PARENTS & INFORMATIONS
A guide to our policies, daily routines, and how we work together with families.
PARENTS AND THE SCHOOL
A healthy relationship between the school and home is of great importance for every child in our care. We actively encourage parents to come and observe the children working with the teachers and also to contribute to a special lesson themselves, if they so wish, by prior arrangement with the Manager. In the past, parents have demonstrated different musical instruments, taught cooking skills and given the children a valuable insight into different professions.
We are also keen for a home/nursery partnership through our mini library where parents can borrow books from or from our small activity sacks that the children can take home to complete with the parents.
Parents may make an appointment to see the Manager at any time during a term.
EGMOSRegular Events
Regular parents' meetings are organized to show the children's work and discuss their progress. Parents will be invited into the class on terms of special interest. The school also organizes social term events for children and parents to meet socially.
EGMOSProgress Record
A detailed record is kept of each child's progress through the Nursery Dept. A record of this learning journey, which the parents will have access to view photos, videos and observations. Communication between the teachers and parents helps build a shared understanding of how your child can reach their full potential and be fully supported. This record is always available to parents and a full report is individualized and provided when the child leaves the care of the school. Every parent is invited by the Manager for a private review twice a year to discuss their child's progress, where we can maximize their free time and ask any questions they may have.
Term Dates
2025-2026
Friday 26th October
Autumn Term 2025 (14 weeks)
Half Term:
27th October - 31st October
Monday 3rd November – Friday 19th December
Spring Term 2026 (11 weeks)
Half Term:
16th February – 20th February
Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th March
Summer Term 2026 (12 weeks)
Half Term:
25th May - 29th May
Monday 1st June - Wednesday 22nd July
GENERAL INFORMATION
Information
School Hours
Please note: Parents are required to enrol their children for a minimum of 3 sessions per week, e.g. 3 afternoons, 3 mornings, or a combination of am and pm sessions. Although every effort is made to allocate the days required, the days and sessions offered may vary depending on the vacancies available.
Lunch Time
All children are asked to bring a break time snack such as a piece of fruit. Children attending full day classes should be provided with a nutritious packed lunch. Milk and water are provided by the school.
Absences/Illness
Please contact the school as soon as is possible if your child is unable to attend.
Children should NOT ATTEND school if they have a cold or infection which may be transmitted to other children.
Clothing and Articles Required
- Soft soled shoes for indoor activities (no laces please.)
- Wellington boots. These are kept at school during term time.
- A set of spare clothes appropriate for the current term's weather.
- A school t-shirt and sweatshirt (which can be purchased at school).
- A bag suitable for the children's work.
Special Information
IMPORTANT - Notice of Withdrawal - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
It is necessary to give ONE FULL TERM'S notice of withdrawal in writing or else ONE FULL TERM'S FEES WILL BE CHARGED in lieu of notice. Please note that the school is VERY strict about this and there are NO EXCEPTIONS, so please ensure that you give the required notice.
Read more↘OFSTED INSPECTION
The school is inspected by OFSTED to ensure the school meets the National Standards for childcare - these include assessments of fire risk, classroom safety etc. There is also a Nursery Education inspection conducted by OFSTED to determine the quality of education and assess the appropriate nursery curriculum.
Read Report↘Absenteeism & Policies
Any parent wishing to review any of the updated school policies may request a hard copy at the school or by submitting an email request to egmos@outlook.com. You can also download an electronic section from our webpage from the 'NEWS' tab.
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