EYFS-  Nursery & Reception Class

Welcome to our joint Nursery and Reception Early Years class, where our 3–5‑year‑olds learn, play, and grow together in a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment. Our Early Years team provides a seamless and supportive start to school life, ensuring every child feels happy, safe, and ready to learn.

A Play‑Rich, Child‑Centred Environment

Our classroom is carefully designed to meet the developmental needs of both Nursery and Reception children. Through high‑quality play and hands‑on experiences, children explore, investigate, and follow their own interests while developing early skills in communication, language, maths, reading, creativity, and physical development.

We provide:

• A calm and well‑organised learning environment
• Open‑ended resources that spark curiosity
• Indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage exploration
• Continuous provision that supports independent learning
• Daily opportunities for storytelling, singing, mark‑making, and early maths

Learning Together

Having Nursery and Reception children in one class creates a unique, family‑style atmosphere. Younger children benefit from positive role models, while older children develop confidence, leadership skills, and empathy.

Our experienced Early Years staff tailor learning to each child’s stage—not their age—ensuring that:

• Nursery children are gently introduced to routines and early social skills
• Reception children receive the challenge and support needed for school readiness
• Every child makes progress at their own pace

We follow the EYFS Framework, planning exciting themes, provocations, and activities that ignite curiosity and build strong foundations for learning.

Strong Relationships & Individual Support

We believe that young children learn best when they feel secure and understood.

Our team of teachers and teaching assistants at Ladycross spend time building warm, trusting relationships with each child, helping them settle quickly and develop confidence.

We support children with:

• Personal, social, and emotional development
• Early literacy and communication
• Early number sense and problem solving
• Physical development and independence
• Creativity, imagination, and outdoor learning

Regular observations and assessments help us tailor activities to each child’s needs and next steps.

A Smooth Transition Into School

Our joint Nursery and Reception class offers a natural and gentle transition into full‑time school. Children become familiar with staff, routines, and expectations, meaning their move into Reception or Year 1 feels calm and secure.

Parents are kept fully involved through:

• Regular updates and communication via Dojo
• Opportunities to visit and share learning through our Parental Engagement

A Welcoming Start to Your Child’s Learning Journey at Ladycross

We are proud to provide a caring, inclusive, and joyful Early Years environment where children develop independence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.

If you would like to arrange a visit or learn more about our Early Years provision, please contact the school office at Ladycross—we would love to welcome you.