Welcome to Reception 2026
Welcome to Reception at Prae Wood! We are very much looking forward to welcoming you and your child, joining us in Oak or Sycamore Class in September 2026
We hope that this page will provide a reference point for the information that you need ahead of September
We include a link to the powerpoint presentation, which Mrs Sheppard and Mrs Lesnik use as a basis for their Welcome Meetings with you
Please click on the image below to access/download the presentation again
In addition to this you have been sent an email with all the details of dates and times specific to your child for their transition, settling and start with us in Reception at Prae Wood.
Please make a note of the details.
USEFUL LINKS, AHEAD OF THE START OF TERM
BREAKFAST CLUB (Little Breakfast Club) and
AFTERSCHOOL CLUB (Little RASCals)
Breakfast and Afterschool clubs are available for Reception children from Wednesday 9th September
If your child already attends our Nursery, you are welcome to make your own bookings when the system goes live on School Gateway.
If your child is new to the school the office will make your required bookings for you for the month of September, after which time we ask you do so via School Gateway. Please submit your required dates using the links below.
We ask that you read the Terms and Conditions before registering your child
Please ensure your read the Terms and Conditions for Little Breakfast Club and Little RASCals prior to making your booking
- Changes to bookings/cancellations can be made up to 7 nights in advance of the booked session. In the event of absence (eg sickness, play dates) refunds will not be given
- Parents must advise of any dietary or medical requirements
- Parents must advise of specific additional needs for their child(ren)
- Parents must collect children promptly
- Children are expected to follow the school’s behavioural rules
UNIFORM
CLICK HERE to visit our UNIFORM website page. Alongside school uniform, pupils will need a 'team colour' t shirt for PE days.
We ask that children wear closed-toe shoes that are comfortable for them to wear when running, jumping and climbing. Please also send a pair of named wellies to keep in school.
All other items can be sent according to weather (eg sun hat, rain coat). Please make sure everything is named.
COOL MILK
Don't forget that you need to register directly with our provider Cool Milk if you would like your child to have milk each day. Visit www.coolmilk.com/parents to register. Milk is free for all children under the age of 5. You can opt to pay for the service to continue once your child is older than 5, if you wish to do so.
MEDICAL FORMS
If your child needs specific medical support during their day at school, or medicine to be given, we ask that you complete the following forms and return to the School Office. Medicines should be brought to school in a clearly labelled container
SPECIAL DIETS
If your child has any dietary requirements you should note these on your Admission Form and also submit a form for our catering company, Aspens
If you wish to notify us of a medically prescribed dietary requirement, please click here then complete and return the form. We will require notice and details from a medical practitioner prior to starting any amended meal provision. It may take up to 10 days to confirm the menu and dietary choices.
