Reception

Starting School - September 2026

Do you have a little one starting in Reception in September?

Starting school is a big and exciting step for children and families. Helping your child develop some simple everyday skills over the coming months can really boost their confidence, independence and happiness when they begin school in September.

Things like putting on their coat, using the toilet independently, listening to instructions and talking about their feelings all make a huge difference in those early weeks.

We highly recommend this really useful website for parents and carers, full of practical tips and ideas you can easily practise at home:
👉 https://startingreception.co.uk/#the-basic-skills-to-practice

Little steps now can make a big difference later! 💙

“The work of education is divided between the teacher and the environment.” Maria Montessori

Learning through play is a very important part of a child’s development. We plan our environment to ensure that children have the opportunity to experience a wide range of learning opportunities across the curriculum. We ensure that we provide stimulating resources which allow children to initiate their own learning, whilst adults play and teach alongside them. All children are encouraged to use our outdoor and indoor learning environment. The environment & resources are reviewed on an on-going basis and enhanced in response to children's needs, interests & fascinations.

We are very proud of our indoor and outdoor learning environments.

Indoor

Outdoor

Our entire Reception curriculum has been carefully planned so that whilst our children can play and follow their own interests, they also have an abundance of opportunities to learn vital knowledge & skills appropriate to their age & stage of development, but also that lay the foundations for all future learning in the National Curriculum & beyond.

The intended impact of our curriculum is that all children can be supported to make outstanding progress from their starting points, in order to achieve the Early Learning Goals and a Good Level of Development, whilst also preparing them for the future curriculum requirements in Key Stage One & beyond.

Our Reception Key Information handbook should help to answer your questions, however if you have any queries or would like to arrange a visit please email newstarter@mossgate.lancs.sch.uk

Updated April 2026

Bryony Booth