Starting school is an exciting milestone, and we know how important it is to make this first step feel calm, positive, and carefully supported. Our transition package is designed to give every child the strongest possible start, beginning with Reception teachers visiting Nursery settings, childminders, or carrying out home visits in the summer term so children can meet their new teacher in a familiar environment — and we repeat these visits if needed to help build confidence and connection. Families are invited to a Welcome Meeting in the summer term, where parents receive key information and have the chance to explore the classroom. We also hold individual parent meetings to ensure we understand each child fully before September. Over the summer, children create their All About Me boxes to keep school in mind, and they receive a postcard from us inviting them to write back. In September, we use a staggered start, welcoming small groups for short sessions that gradually build to full‑time attendance across the first week, helping children settle gently and securely. Over the years, we have refined this process to ensure consistently successful transitions, and for children with SEND we work closely with professionals and offer additional visits to ensure a smooth, well‑supported handover into school. Below are the faces of the staff who you will become familiar with! Please click on the 'Welcome Video' tab to find out more about our staff.