Starting Reception 2021

A warm welcome to our existing and new families joining Oak and Beech classes.

It is sad that we cannot invite you into school during this time but hope that the videos and information here will help you and your child with the transition into school.

Parent Presentation: Click here to access the Parent Presentation 

Welcome Videos: 

Welcome video for parents: https://youtu.be/tg8qPTxI8J0

Welcome video for children: https://youtu.be/ePWsEPDgC9Q 

Supporting Language in the Early Years Video: https://youtu.be/Eww03Xsr1GQ

Other Booklets:

Welcome to Reception Booklet

Getting Ready for School Booklet

Email address for any parent questions: startingreception@st-john.oxon.sch.uk . 

Transition Events:

The arrangements for your child’s induction to Reception are as follows:

• Friday 25^th June 2021 - Parent welcome video, PowerPoint and child friendly video available on the website.
• Friday 25^th June – All documentation in enrolment pack to be returned to the School Office.
• Wednesday 30^th June and Friday 2^nd July – Doorstep or Virtual Home Visits for families new to the school.
• Thursday 1^st July 11.45am – Children who attend Cherry Nursery (with one parent) will be welcomed to the Reception garden and classrooms after the morning nursery session. Face coverings should be worn by the accompanying adult and social distancing maintained.
• Wednesday 7^th July 3.15pm to 4.00pm – Parent and Child Drop-in Visit for children who are new to the school and starting Oak Class
• Thursday 8^th July 3.15pm – 4.00pm – Parent and Child Drop-in Visit for children who are new to the school and starting Beech Class

One parent to accompany each child please. Face coverings should be worn by the accompanying adult and social distancing maintained.

• From Thursday 2^nd September onwards - Children will attend all day from 8.45am to 3.00pm which will be the normal school day.