Kindergarten
Ages 3 & 4 years old
Class Teacher: Mrs L Ellis
Teaching Assistant: Mrs Harry
Our Kindergarten welcomes children from the age of 3, providing a nurturing and stimulating springboard into formal education. Whilst following the EYFS framework, we enrich learning with early Phonics and Maths, alongside specialist teaching in areas like Forest and Eco-schooling and Science, making it an inspiring start for any bright young learner.
Early Development of Children
Our early years provision is designed to nurture curiosity, build confidence, and lay strong foundations for lifelong learning. Through play-based, hands-on experiences, children begin to develop across the prime and specific areas of learning as outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Prime Areas of Learning
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Develop confidence and independence
- Build positive relationships with adults and peers
- Learn to share, take turns, and manage emotions
Communication and Language
- Expand vocabulary and use language to express thoughts
- Listen attentively and follow simple instructions
- Engage in conversations and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes
Physical Development
- Improve gross motor skills (e.g., climbing, running, balancing)
- Strengthen fine motor skills (e.g., mark-making, cutting, threading)
- Begin to understand and follow healthy routines
At Charlton House these objectives are taught in a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to explore, ask questions, and develop at their own pace. Our kindergarten children are also able to access age-appropriate phonics and maths lessons, specialist science and forest and eco-schooling lessons, and can learn in spaces such as our gym, library, art studio and music room. Our goal is to build a joyful foundation for learning where every child feels happy, safe, and valued.