Pre-Prep
Reception
From Four Years
Pupils in our Reception class are supported by a caring and experienced team in a warm and nurturing environment.
Reception pupils make full use of the beautiful Pre-Prep grounds through Outdoor Learning and follow a wide and varied curriculum, with opportunities to explore all areas of learning while enjoying themselves and having fun. Alongside their class teacher, pupils take part in specialist teaching in French, Music, Drama, Well-Being and Sport.
Learning is engaging and purposeful, supporting children as they develop secure foundations in early literacy and numeracy through well-planned activities.
Years 1 & 2
From Five Years
As children move into Years 1 and 2, learning becomes more structured while remaining creative and inspiring. Teaching is built around a topic-led curriculum, with a clear focus on English, Maths and Science, alongside Art, Drama, Geography and History. Pupils continue to benefit from specialist teaching in French, Music, Drama, Well-Being and Sport and take part in regular Outdoor Learning and play within the Pre-Prep grounds.
Throughout the year, children enjoy termly drama performances and other opportunities to perform. In Year 2, pupils also begin representing the school in sports fixtures, taught by professional coaches and hosted on the school’s excellent facilities. These experiences help to build teamwork, confidence and pride.
Our Food
Food is one of the best parts of the day at Cheltenham Pre-Prep.
At mealtimes, pupils sit together with their friends at the little tables. The school’s chef prepares a variety of fantastic hot lunches and healthy snacks.
Children begin to learn about different types of food and where they come from. They practice table manners and enjoy eating together, while also developing a healthy relationship with food and mealtimes.
An example menu from the chef can be viewed here.
Care, Communication and Community
Your child’s day will always be filled with exciting stories to share. We know that entrusting your child to others can feel daunting, so we work closely with families, keeping you regularly updated and building a strong, supportive partnership together.
- Our team are available to speak with you every morning and after school during our flexible drop off and pick up.
- All of this daily and weekly information is supported by regular development reports and more formal parents’ evenings too.
- Our online Tapestry Journal provides our Nursery School and Reception parents with photos and updates each week about their child’s activities.
- Our whole school receives Prep Connected, our weekly newsletter sharing news and highlights from across the school.
- Our Instagram account is updated regularly, sharing all the fantastic events that are happening around The Prep. Click here to follow us!