THE FIRST STEPS
PRE SCHOOL
Our experienced and enthusiastic staff do this in a caring, creative and fun environment in which your child can flourish. Our Pre School is led by a fully qualified teacher with many years of experience. We offer Pre School places to both girls and boys aged 3 to 4, welcoming children from the start of term after their third birthday.
Our Pre School class is known as the Wrens, and they have their own, purpose-built dedicated Infant School building in which to play, learn and grow. There is always an atmosphere of fun in the Wrens, where the children can be found dressing up, role playing, using the outdoor climbing equipment and sand or water play equipment as well as observing caterpillars transforming into butterflies, learning initial phonics and letter formations, modelling clay, painting and a wealth of other artistic pursuits. Visiting parents are always surprised at how articulate our Early Years pupils are – our small class sizes enable us to give each child the individual attention they need at this age.
Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace and to develop confidence in their own abilities right from the age of three. In the Wrens we offer both full and part-time places, with the Early Years Funding Scheme enabling reduced fees.
The quality of the pupils’ personal development is excellent.
ISI INSPECTION, JANUARY 2023
A Tour of our
Early Years at Derby High Primary
Our Early Years provision at Derby High Primary provides the best start on the road to lifelong learning. Through specialist lessons, outstanding facilities and experienced teachers, every child is nurtured in a caring and supportive environment.
LOOKING AFTER
Your Child
There is always an atmosphere of fun in the Wrens, they can usually be found dressing up, role playing, using the outdoor climbing equipment and sand or water play equipment as well as observing caterpillars transforming into butterflies, learning initial phonics and letter formations, modelling clay, painting and a wealth of other artistic pursuits.
Visiting parents are always surprised at how articulate our Early Years pupils are – our small class sizes enable us to give each child the individual attention they need at this age. Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace and to develop confidence in their own abilities right from the age of three.
In the Wrens we offer both full and part-time places. Details of the Early Years Funding Scheme are available by clicking here. Fees can also be paid monthly.
The best way to find out more about Derby High Primary is to come and have a look around, seeing our children in their own environment.
Supporting Your
Child's Development
Parents and children are warmly invited to join the Pre-School staff for a music session with our primary specialist, fun, activity-based learning and a story. All activities are tailored to the Early Years Foundation Stage. Each week we have a different theme, the follow themes are for this Summer term:Â
- Friday 11th September: Welcome Back!Â
- Friday 18th September: Colour Explorers
- Friday 25th September: Little Scientists
- Friday 2nd October: Construction ZoneÂ
- Friday 9th October: Space WeekÂ
- Friday 16th October: Nursery RhymesÂ
- Friday 6th November: Light & DarkÂ
- Friday 13th November: Music MakersÂ
- Friday 20th November: Children in NeedÂ
- Friday 27th November: Castles and Fairy TalesÂ
- Friday 4th December: Polar AdventuresÂ
- Friday 11th December: Christmas Celebration
If you are considering Derby High School for your child this is a great way to experience our early years provision and meet our team of dedicated teaching staff.