Starting Reception

Starting Reception at East Bierley Small school. Big start.

Starting school is a big adventure, for children and their families. At East Bierley, we take time to get to know every child, celebrate their individuality and help them feel happy, confident and ready to learn.

Learning through play and discovery

Our Reception children learn through a carefully planned balance of purposeful play, practical experiences and direct teaching. Our indoor and outdoor environments encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration.

Strong foundations for learning

 Communication, language and early reading are at the heart of our curriculum. We nurture a love of stories, teach phonics through Essential Letters and Sounds and develop a deep understanding of number through practical mathematics.

Growing in confidence and independence

We help children become increasingly independent, encouraging them to make choices, solve problems, develop friendships and take pride in their achievements.

A nurturing start for every child

 We recognise that every child arrives with different experiences, interests and needs. Our close relationships with families and early years settings help us make the transition into school as positive as possible.

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