Starting Reception

Here at Roseacres we understand that starting reception is a big step for children and understanding the key skills and behaviours children need to thrive when they begin Reception is key to a happy, confident and successful transition to school.

 

Take a look at the starting reception simple guide for families below to see how you can support your child at home.

 

Starting Reception - a simple guide for families*

 

Learning to use the toilet independently is just one of the life skills we know children need to have when they start Reception. Take a look at the potty training guide below.

 

The Potty Training Guide*

 

* provided by startingreception.co.uk

Useful Links


Growing Independence

Growing independence 

Taking care of themselves 

Toilet training

Playing, creativity and curiosity 


Building relationships and communicating

Being with others

Communication and language

Listening and engaging

 
Physical development
 
Healthy routines

Understand what 'healthy' levels of screen time are, by age

Get insights on internet safety, how screen use impacts young children and recommended screen time

And for those with younger children, the NCT covers advice for babies and toddlers too:

Help children build a strong relationship with food and make the right choices from the start

Brushing teeth

Sleep guidance