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​​ A Typical day at St Paul's Pre-School

​ AtColours at  St Paul’s Pre-school, we believe that the early years are a magical time of discovery. Our pre-school is a warm, inclusive community where every child is celebrated for their unique personality and potential. By blending structured Montessori-inspired activities with the joy of creative play, we provide a nurturing "home away from home" where children feel confident to explore, learn, and grow. We aren’t just a pre-school; we are a place where curiosity is sparked and lifelong friendships begin.

 We offer a fantastic selection of activities available to all children for both indoor and outdoor play. We believe every child is unique; therefore, we tailor each activity to suit the individual, encouraging children to make their own choices about the resources they engage with.

Healthy Snacks
We believe snack time is a vital moment to rest and refuel.
Nutritious Choices: We provide healthy snacks daily, following government Healthy Eating advice and tailoring options to each child's dietary needs.
Skill Building: We encourage children to develop fine motor skills by practicing cutting and spreading their own snacks.

Cooking
At least once a week, we cook something yummy and healthy! We provide all the ingredients, and the children have a lot of fun learning about food and trying new flavors. Best of all, each child takes their creation home to share with their family at the end of the day.

Role Play
Role playing is crucial for early years development. By acting out scenarios like family life, shops, or different occupations, children foster:
Social Skills & Empathy: Learning to negotiate and understand others.
Communication: Improving language and emotional intelligence.
Imagination: Processing their feelings and understanding the world around them.

Messy Play
We love messy play! It provides an exciting tactile and sensory experience that inspires curiosity. By exploring different materials, children enhance their learning, language, and creativity in a fun, hands-on way.

Construction
When children manipulate their environment to create, they are engaged in constructive play. Whether building towers with blocks, using "loose parts," playing in the sand, or drawing murals with sidewalk chalk, we encourage children to experiment, share, and work together.

Puzzles & Games
Puzzles are a fantastic way to create fun learning opportunities. Simple jigsaws help children develop:
Physical Skills: Finger strength and hand-eye coordination through picking up and twisting pieces.
Cognitive Skills: Perseverance and problem-solving.

Montessori Activities
Our Montessori equipment is made from wood and natural materials. We guide the children on how to use these tools, encouraging them to discover activities at their own pace as they begin to learn counting and letters.

Our Digital Learning Journey: Tapestry

We believe that parents should be part of their child’s day, even when they aren't in the room. That’s why we use Tapestry, a secure online learning journal that helps us record, track, and celebrate your child’s progress in real-time.

What is Tapestry?

Tapestry is a system that allows our educators to capture your child's experiences through photos, videos, and written observations. Instead of a paper scrapbook that stays at the pre-school, Tapestry is a "living" record of your child’s development.

Instant Updates: See what your child is learning and achieving throughout the day.
Two-Way Communication: You can comment on our posts or upload your own photos from home so we can see what your child enjoys outside of our care.
Progress Tracking: We use these observations to ensure your child is meeting their developmental milestones.

Is it safe?

Safety and privacy are our top priorities. Tapestry is a highly secure, GDPR-compliant platform used by thousands of schools and nurseries globally.

Feature: Secure Access

How it protects you: Your account is password-protected, and only you can see your child’s journal.

Data Encryption:All data is stored on secure, encrypted servers.
 

Controlled Sharing: Photos containing other children (like group activities) are only shared if specific parental consent is given.

Note to Parents: You will receive an email invitation to set up your secure login once your child starts their journey with us. You can access Tapestry via any web browser or by downloading the app on your smartphone.

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