READY TO TAKE THEIR FIRST STEPS
Our wonderful Nursery, offers a welcoming environment where your child will develop, flourish and become a happy, confident and independent learner.
Pupils join our Caterpillars class from 2 years old. They proceed into our Pre-Reception class in the September one year prior to Reception. It is anticipated that all children who join our Nursery will transition into Reception and then continue upwards into Year 1 and beyond.
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OUR APPROACH
OUR NURSERY IS AN INTRINSIC PART OF THE SCHOOL
Our Nursery children regularly participate in whole school assemblies, productions, speech day, sports day, as well as enjoying mixed playtimes with Reception.
This integration with the rest of the school is important as it helps to develop social skills and independence and enables a smooth transition into Reception.
FEES
CHILDREN CAN ATTEND EITHER MORNING OR FULL DAY SESSIONS
To ensure your child is able to take full advantage of our approach to teaching and learning in Nursery, we recommend they attend for a minimum of six sessions per week during the core term time for our Caterpillars, increasing to full time in the year prior to their joining Reception (Butterflies). There is no minimum requirement during the holidays.
It is anticipated that all children who join Nursery will complete the Early Years curriculum with us in Reception and then continue upwards into Year 1 and beyond.
A full day is considered as 2 sessions. Afternoon only sessions are not available.
| SESSION | TIMES |
|---|---|
| Morning session | 8.30am – 11.30am |
| Lunch | 11.30am – 12pm |
| Afternoon Session | 12pm - 3pm |
JOIN US FOR AN OPEN DAY
At Colchester Prep & High School we believe it is important for children to want to be here. That is why we regularly invite parents and children to visit our school.
WRAPAROUND CARE
WRAPAROUND CARE DESIGNED FOR WORKING PARENTS
In addition to our Term Time Nursery day we offer additional care at the beginning and end of the day. Both part and full sessions includes a tea of toast or muffins, freshly baked cookies or flapjack, fresh fruit and a drink. A range of indoor and outdoor activities are available.
If your child is aged 3 or 4, you may be entitled to up to 15 hours government Free Early Years’ Entitlement. This funding is available for pupils in Nursery and Reception, if they are aged 4 on the date set by Essex County Council at the start of the relevant term.
For further information on discounts, registration and acceptance fees, personal and accident insurance and methods of payment, please refer to the main School Fees page.
| BREAKFAST CLUB | FEES |
|---|---|
| 7.15am – 8.25am (full session) | £10 including breakfast and a drink |
| After 8am (drop off only) | £5 (no breakfast) |
| WRAPAROUND | FEES |
|---|---|
| 3.00pm – 4.00pm | £10 (no tea) |
| 3.00pm – 5.00pm | £15 (with tea) |
| 3.00pm – 6.00pm | £25 (with tea) |
HOLIDAY PROVISION
HOLIDAY CARE FOR NURSERY AND RECEPTION CHILDREN
During the school holidays, our Early Years department continues to offer the highest standards of care to our Nursery and Reception children.
Please provide your children with a packed lunch and a snack if attending during the afternoon.
| SESSION | FEES |
|---|---|
| 8.00am – 4pm | £50 per day |
| 8.00am – 12.30pm | £25 per day |
BEGIN AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE
2 - 4 years old
4 - 7 years old
7 - 11 years old
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