At the heart of our Infant School subsection of our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) program, the Crèche, Playgroup, and Preschool 1 provide a nurturing and engaging environment for our youngest learners. These foundational stages focus on the holistic development of children, offering a balanced mix of play, exploration, and structured learning to ensure that each child’s early years are filled with discovery, growth, and joy.
Crèche
Our Crèche is designed for infants and toddlers, offering a safe, caring space where the needs of the youngest children are met with love and attention. Here, children as young as a few months old are introduced to early sensory experiences that stimulate cognitive and emotional growth. Our trained caregivers ensure that each child receives personalized care, from feeding and rest to early interaction, helping them develop trust, social skills, and a secure attachment to their surroundings. The Crèche provides a warm and nurturing environment, where every child can feel safe, comfortable, and cared for throughout the day.
Playgroup
Moving into the Playgroup stage, children begin to explore the world around them through guided play and interactive learning. This phase emphasizes the importance of social interaction, allowing children to develop friendships, share, and collaborate with their peers. Through a variety of fun activities such as arts and crafts, music, movement, and outdoor play, children are encouraged to express their creativity, improve their motor skills, and build early language and communication abilities. The Playgroup is designed to foster curiosity and a love for learning in a fun, informal setting that sets the foundation for more structured education in the future.
Preschool 1
In Preschool 1, children take their first steps into more formal learning, following the EYFS curriculum, which focuses on early literacy, numeracy, communication, and physical development. Through play-based learning, children are introduced to letters, numbers, shapes, and colors, while also engaging in storytelling, role-play, and problem-solving activities. This stage helps children develop the basic skills they will need for future learning while still maintaining the fun and exploratory nature of early education. Emphasis is placed on fostering independence, self-confidence, and social skills, ensuring that each child is well-prepared for the transition into the next stages of their educational journey.
Together, the Crèche, Playgroup, and Preschool 1 provide a well-rounded, supportive foundation under the EYFS program, ensuring that every child receives the best start to their academic and personal growth.
