Got a newsletter sent home from pre-school today entitled; 'Getting Ready for Big School'. It makes my heart sink. I can't believe my little boy is going to be all grown up soon!
The newsletter tells us that, in order 'to start their new school with confidence....we have a variety of activities, games, outings and events to support their move.' They have organised a number of visits from people in the community (Fire, Police, Vet) that there will be PE from half term onwards (and the need for a PE kit!).
They will also be talking about Road Safety, Stranger Danger and the Dangers of Fire.
Prior to starting big school the children have to start to dress and undress on their own and this they will practise during the PE sessions. We are also advised to encourage them to do this at home.
We are also asked to encourage their listening and talking skills, and also waiting their turn, as this is something that will be encouraged during circle, key group and story time! The newsletter also mentions encouraging the children to re-tell stories by looking at pictures in books. We continue to read with Jamie a few nights a week (at least) and Jamie is already a little story teller!
Towards the end of term Jamie will spend more time with the children who he will be going to big school with, and the newsletter concludes by telling us all about their graduation where the children will be presented with their graduation certificates!!
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