Pre School

Welcome to Curry Rivel Playgroup, incorporating Little Rascals and Teeny Weenies (Parent/Carer and Toddlers),

Curry Rivel Playgroup is now located in the School building next door to the Reception class.

Teeny Weenies (Parent/Carer & Toddlers)
Tuesday 1.30pm - 3.00 pm

We have a selection of stimulating toys, colourful books and activities for the very young and pre school age children. Parents/Carers can get together for an informal chat, over a cup of coffee or tea, whilst their children play safely. Children are encouraged to sit together and have a drink of milk or squash and a biscuit. We find Teeny Weenies is a vital link for parents at home with young children who would otherwise have very little contact with other parents.

Little Rascals
Monday & Wednesday 1pm – 3pm

Children can start Little Rascals when they are 2 years old. This is the first step to independence. Children are encouraged to stay without their parents, this helps to prepare them for Playgroup. Children learn to be part of a group and learn to share, listen, and interact with other children. Children are observed and files kept using Birth to Three Matters. During the afternoon we have a social break where the children sit down at a table and have crackers and fruit with milk or water.

Playgroup
Monday - Friday 9am - 12 noon.

We are open in accordance with Curry Rivel Primary School timetable. Copies are available on request.

Children can start Playgroup the ½ term of their 3rd birthday. We operate a first come first served policy. We would prefer them to be dry/potty trained during the day before the children start at Playgroup however we are flexible.

Each morning the children's names are checked against a register. Children are encouraged to sit still, listen and answer to their name. Children learn numbers up to 20, the alphabet and about the weather.

At mid morning break the children have crackers with milk or water and a variety of fruits throughout the week. The children are all asked if they need the toilet, their hands are washed and dried, and then they learn to recognise their name before they have their refreshment.

During the morning the children can join in various activities including, painting, drawing, colouring, sand, water play, playdough, cooking, musical instruments, jigsaws, board games and many other exciting activities. Children learn to hold and use pencils, crayons and scissors, which helps them when they start school.

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