Supporting Effective Transitions and Starting Reception

This information is brought to you by Slough Borough Council, for the attention of all Early Years settings. 

Supporting effective transitions and starting reception

In Slough we want to ensure all our children, families and staff engage in successful transitions; a commitment that together:

  • All children have successful transitions which will enhance their well-being and learning

  • All children and their families will ‘feel known’ and develop a sense of belonging

  • All children have positive opportunities to contribute to their transition

  • Every child’s transition is personalised and tailored to meet their individual needs

  • Consistent support and advice is given to all staff in early years settings and schools regarding transition planning

The DfE has urged schools to work closely with private, voluntary and independent nurseries to support children’s transition into Reception

Early education and equalities minister Olivia Bailey says, ‘Achieving this requires a strong focus on the early years, with reception acting as a vital bridge between early education and primary school.’ 

Useful information for supporting your parents talking about starting reception

Document downloads
Books-about-starting-school (1).pdf
ERFS_digital.pdf
Starting-Reception.pdf