Before September...

Wehope you have found the information contained in this guide useful and it has made your daughter (and you!) even more excited to begin her Glendower journey in September. We have put together a simple checklist on how to prepare prior to September.

If you have queries, concerns of questions prior to your daughter’s first day of school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We are always more than happy to help and provide you with any information you may need. You can find the various ways to contact the school on the opposite page.

Ensure all forms are completed and returned to school. If there have been any changes to your details, please do inform the school office as soon as possible.

We ask that you check your junk folder at the startof term to make sure that emails from us as not diverted to enter your junk folder.

Please ensure all school uniform is clearly named. Everything from tunics and coats, to socks and shoes should be labelled with your daughter’s full name.

There are many fun ways to help prepare your daughter for her transition into Reception, many of which can take the form of engaging and exciting games and activities. Some areas to focus on could be:

• Fine motor skills such cutting, sticking, threading, catching, using tongs and tweezers as well as colouring and drawing.

• Focus on practical elements of school life, such as using a knife and fork and being able to pack her bookbag independently.

• Practise getting dressed into the school uniform so your daughter is prepared for changing clothes at school before and after her PE lessons.

• Establish a morning routine that will be in place when your daughter starts school so she knows what to expect in September. If you are able to, you can even practise the school-run!

• Familiarise your daughter with her teachers and her classroom by reading this guide and watching the included videos as many times as you wish.

Most importantly, have a wonderful, fun Summer! Ensure your daughter is well rested for when we welcome her to school on Thursday 8th September at 10 am.

There are many ways you can contact Glendower if you have any questions. You can also follow us on social media to stay up to date with day-to-day events at the school and be the first to see the exciting activities the students take part in.