Starting school is a big step for both children and their families. It’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and nerves as this new chapter begins. At our school, we understand how important this transition is, and we’re here to make it as positive and smooth as possible.

From the very first day, we aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn. Our team works closely with parents and carers to help each child settle in happily and confidently, building strong foundations for their learning journey ahead.

Our learning environment

Our early years learning environment has been designed to inspire, delight and create intrigue, both inside and outside.

The environment is carefully crafted around the children to provide them the opportunity to follow their own interests, rehearse taught skills and deepen existing knowledge through challenge.

The classrooms are positive and nurturing. They are where your child will feel confident to tackle challenges and will not be afraid of making mistakes.

Your child will have the opportunity to flow between the classroom and outdoor area, allowing them to access multiple areas. These include a reading area, writing station, maths area, roleplay, construction, small world area, creative, investigation and physical stations.

The outdoor area has a natural feel and will encourage your child to explore their learning focuses in a practical and tactile way. For many children, these are the environments to stimulate their learning growth and development.

We place a huge importance on the benefits of physical activity within young children and how the outdoor environment can support physical and also emotional wellbeing for many.

Ready, steady, school!

Parents and carers have an important part to play in preparing their children for school. If parents and carers feel positive about their child starting school, this will quickly translate to their child.

There are a few things that can make your child’s transition into school a little easier. Below you will find key transition dates that will help them build relationships with staff and become more familiar with the school environment.

You will also find some guidance about ways to prepare and support your child in the build up to September.

If you have queries or worries about your child starting school, do not hesitate to contact us. A member of our early years team will be happy to support you and your child. We want to ensure that the move to Pondhu Primary School is an exciting and positive experience for every child.