Welcome to

Reception!

What is Transition? It is the period that

covers the end of nursery and the beginning of school.

During this time we provide opportunities for the children to experience their new learning environment.

Reasons for Transition Opportunity for children to

get to know their teachers and peers.

Opportunity for children to get familiarised with the classroom and where things are.

Helps children to make a happy and confident start to school.

Transition Dates for Your Diary

Wednesday 4th July 9.30- 12pm

Friday 13th July 9.30 -12pm

Wednesday 18th July 9.30- 12pm

The first week...

To support children in this very big move into school there is a phased introduction into full time school.

Monday 3rd September will be your child’s first day at school.

The first week your child will attend mornings only (8.50am – 12.00pm).

The next few weeks...

For the week commencing 10th

September your child will stay for lunch and will need to be collected at 1.30pm.

From the 17th September – your child will attend FULL TIME.

The School DayWhen you arrive, come into the main playground.

Morning Club – Early Birds (7.45am every morning).

Gates open at 8:40am and the bell is goes at 8.50am, please wait with your child at the wooden gate by the reception playground.

You are welcome to come in with your child but please leave as soon as they are settled.

I always try and come into the playground before the bell so that is usually a good time to catch me with messages. Alternatively, please email or call the school

The end of the day...The school day finishes at 3.20pm.

When your child starts full time you can come into the main playground from 3.15pm.

At 3.20pm, please wait at the wooden gate. We will open the doors and I will call your child to come and meet you.

If the usual person is NOT collecting your child please confirm in writing.

If it is last minute, please call the office.

Parrots Club after school club is also available.

Snacks and drinks

Children will be provided with a piece of fruit to eat each morning.

Please complete the milk form in your pack. Milk is free until your child is 5.

Please provide a named sports-type bottle for children to keep in class. We can refill it if needed. Please put this in the drinks tray in the classroom.

Lunch

School dinners are free to children in Reception. Menus are available each half term

Packed lunch: Please make sure the lunchbox and drinks bottle is named. Please also ensure that it is completely free from nuts.

The School Day... Day starts at 8.50am

10.30am -10.50am –playtime –playground buddy system

10.50am – 12.15pm – second session

12.15pm - 1.15pm – lunch and playtime.

1.15pm – 3.20pm – afternoon session

2.50pm – 3.10pm – collective worship

3.20pm – home time

Getting ready for school

In the booklet ‘Getting Ready for School’ there are ideas to help you support your child prepare for school.

UniformGirls – summer: Dresses in any style in royal blue and white gingham check

material.

Grey skirt or trousers

White shirt & tie

White socks

Girls – winter: Royal blue jumper or cardigan

White blouse

Grey skirt, pinafore dress or trousers (not fashion trousers)

School tie

Royal blue or grey tights (optional)

Please make sure that everything is all named throughout the year

Uniform Boys - summer Grey shorts or trousers

White shirt and school tie

Grey socks

Boys – winter Grey trousers

White shirt

School tie

Royal blue jumper

Grey socks

Please make sure that everything is all named throughout the year.

Shoes should be of leather or a leather-type material. Sandals, trainers and fashion boots are not considered appropriate school wear. Socks or tights must be worn with shoes.

UniformP.E. Kit

Royal blue polo shirt with logo

New winter rugby shirt

Black shorts

Black plimsolls or trainers

P.E. kit is best kept in a drawstring bag which can be left at school.

As we encourage outside activity, it is advisable for your child to keep a pair of wellington boots in school.

Uniform Schoolwear and More,

Schoolwear HouseWine Street,YeovilBA20 1PW

Tel: 01935 478178

These items may be purchased from our uniform supplier or via online ordering:

www.schoolwearandmore.co.uk

PLEASE NAME EVERYTHING!

What should you

bring to school?Bookbag

P.E. kit – stays at school

Wellingtons – stay at school

Lunch

Spare underwear in P.E. bag

Children will not need a pencil case and do not need toys from home.

http://www.motcombe.dorset.sch.uk/

We welcome you and your children to our school.

Our School Website...

Again, we welcome you to Motcombe Primary School and look forward to working with you and your children.

Any questions please come and ask us!