Reception New Joiners
Starting in Reception at Twickenham Prep School is a really exciting time for both children and their parents.
But we understand that the first day of school is a day full of emotions for everyone – so we aim to hold both your and your child’s hand through this big step!
Above all, we’re committed to ensuring a warm welcome and a smooth transition for all children regardless of their prior experience; whether they’re joining us from nursery, home or a childminder setting.
We enable Reception new joiners to start a little later on their first few days, so that they’re not overwhelmed by their new situation. Parents may accompany their child to their classroom where our friendly teaching staff will help them settle in nicely. In our experience, all Reception children are happily bouncing into school every morning within the first two weeks!
Our main focus in the first half of term is to have happy children who are keen to participate in a range of activities and new experiences in the classroom and beyond. We passionately believe that children feel secure and thrive in their learning when they are happy and settled.
Occasional Place New Joiners
If your child joins the school at a later occasional place entry point, we offer a taster day as part of the assessment process. Any child joining in September will also be invited to the summer ‘Move Up Morning’ to meet their new classmates and teachers.
Upon joining the school, new pupils are allocated a ‘buddy’ to be there for them at breaktimes or any time they need help or advice.
