Stay and play

What is the stay and play programme?

 Our Stay and Play sessions are designed to prepare our new Reception children for starting school in September. The sessions run for four weeks and provide the ideal environment to support the children through their transition from home or other childcare settings, into the school environment which is far more structured than any other form of prior childcare.  By attending these sessions, the children will have an increased chance of settling well into school life, equipped with the social and emotional skills necessary to be ‘school ready.’

What happens durinG THE SESSIONS?

Parents and the children who will be our new starters are given the opportunity to attend fun and exciting workshops at Carlton which enables them to familiarise themselves with their new school environment and begin to build relationships with the staff at Carlton. The children and parents have the opportunity to meet each other at these sessions. 

When do the sessions start?

This year, our sessions will start in June 2025. Future parents and children will be notified by email and letters will be sent out inviting them to come and attend these fun and exciting sessions.

When do Home visits take place?

This year, our home visits will take place in the September 2025. The home visits will last roughly 10 minutes and are a great way to strengthen our parent partnership. Parents will receive their dedicated time slot in July. If you are not sure about anything, you can email the class teacher.