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As of September 2016 North Tawton Pre-school closed as a parent committee run pre-school and became part of North Tawton primary school as a maintained nursery. In January 2018 we joined the Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust.
Here in the nursery the children (known as Acorns) play and learn alongside the reception children (known as Oaks) and together we form the Foundation Stage Unit. We are open term time and accept children from the age of 2 with or without funding. Some 2 year olds are eligible for funding for up to 15 hours per week/570 hours per year, starting the term after the child's 2nd birthday. All 3 year olds are eligible for 15 funded hours per week/570 per year, starting the term after the child's 3rd birthday. We also offer places for children eligible for the extended entitlement, known as 30 hours funding, for more information on this please visit the 'Childcare choices' website. Session times 8.45am - 11.45am 11.45am - 12.45pm lunch club (added on to a morning or afternoon session) 12.45pm - 3.15pm 8.45am - 3.15pm If you have a child under 2 years please download a 'note of interest' form below and hand it in to school, if your child is already 2 and you would like them to start in September, please download the 'application to join' form below. This form allows you to select your preferred sessions subject to availability. Being nursery ready We will always be on hand to help, care and support your children in nursery. For them to be ready for their learning journey at school, children should be able to feed themselves and drink from a cup. We are unable to offer a sleeping space for children who sleep throughout the day but will always try and find a quiet corner if needed. Extra hours may be bought subject to availability, please ask for further details. We have a fantastic Foundation Unit staff team, who will happily chat with you and answer any questions you may have, either about your child or their learning. If you are considering applying for a place we would be more than happy to show you around, please contact the school on 01837 82284 or email us direct on [email protected] to arrange a visit. THE EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE CURRICULUM We work closely within the Primary school as a Foundation Stage Unit which means that for the majority of the day Nursery and Reception children play and learn together. Staff plan and work together to provide a fully differentiated curriculum with access for all of the children from 2-5 years. Each area of learning and development is implemented through planned, purposeful play and through a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activity. Play is essential for children’s learning and development, building their confidence as they learn to explore, to think about problems, and relate to others. We respond to each child’s emerging needs and interests, guiding their development through warm, positive interaction. When planning and guiding the children’s activities, we continually reflect on the different ways we can support your child to remain an effective and motivated learner. For more information about the curriculum, please see the Curriculum tab under 'Key Information'. |
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