Reception

Head of the Prep School, Mr Nick Tiley-Nunn, shares 10 reasons why Reception at Ashford Prep School is the perfect start to School life.

Our school prides itself on exceptional pastoral care and we believe that a child’s happiness is a key part of their future success and growth. Our fantastic adult to child ratios coupled with a support network of form tutors and specialist Reception based teaching assistants, Heads of Year, Head of Pre-Prep, Head of EYFS and a Deputy Head (Pastoral) ensure that the well-being of every child is a focus every day.

We are also able to offer specialist support through our dedicated Wellbeing Team, who are on hand to help children and their families when life throws something challenging their way.

4. Specialist teaching that sparks a lifelong love of learning

5. Early academic rigour that builds solid foundations for future learning

We value the importance of building solid academic foundations in Reception and the vast majority of our children leave Reception working above age related expectations in a range of areas.

Whilst we do not believe in putting unnecessary pressure on young children, we do believe in valuing early academic rigour that fosters a skilful learner and an inquisitive mind.

6. Breadth of opportunity where every child has the opportunity to discover their passion

Our Reception very much mirrors the way the rest of the Prep School operates in terms of striving to provide the most fulsome educational experience possible. Learning doesn’t stop when the lessons finish and our Reception children have daily access to a broad range of co-curricular clubs and activities both within the school day and after school. From ballet to Lego Club, Yoga to Story Club, swimming to Dance Club, there is something for everyone and most children take full advantage of our exciting co-curricular programme.

7. Celebrating individuality and fostering a sense of belonging to a community

A vital ingredient to school life at Ashford Prep School is that children feel confident to be themselves from the moment that they join us.

Through exceptional pastoral care, sharing of achievements through Evidence Me, ‘Let’s Talk’ sessions, termly prizegivings, Pre-Prep celebration assemblies, open classroom events and the pride that comes from being part of our School House systems, all of our Reception pupils get to experience what is means to be celebrated and move on up through the school full of confidence.

8. Space and time to grow

Our vast site provides an idyllic setting in which to learn, play and grow. We want children to develop a real love of being outdoors, no matter what the weather, and muddy boots are very much a fixture at Ashford Prep Nursery. Whether in their own adventurous learning area or accessing our dedicated Forest Schools zone, Reception children fill their lungs with fresh air and their minds with thoughts of exploration and adventure.

Our all-through school also ensures that children who join us in the early stages of their educational journey have time to grow into the best possible versions of themselves, whilst at the same time cherishing their childhood.

9. Cutting edge use of technology that ensures that we can make the most of learning, both in the classroom and away from it

We want to ensure that our learners are equipped with the right tools to be successful in their learning. Technology, when utilised effectively, can play a huge role in supporting children to become skilful and independent learners. Through our 1:1 iPad offer, every child from Reception upwards is not only provided with their own iPad for learning, but more importantly, the skills and knowledge to use that iPad as a tool for transformational learning. This has been invaluable in recent times both at School and in delivering an exceptional home learning offer.

10. Wrap-around care that supports busy families

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Ashford Prep School
Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3DJ
+44 (0)1233 620493
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Ashford Senior School
East Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8PB
+44 (0)1233 625171
Bridge Nursery: +44 (0)1233 636450