Pre-school Room
Welcome to pre-school
Pre-school is all about your little one getting ready for school. Using the Read Write Inc programme alongside school we build the children’s foundations before introducing letter sounds. Learning through play continues to be at the heart of what we do whilst also fostering interest in those more complex tasks such as beginning to write their own name, early maths and literacy skills.
Children in pre-school also take part in the supervised toothbrushing scheme. Children brush their own teeth once during the session. A Betterstart initiative, this has been proved to significantly improve oral health in children under 5. We have also found it improves co-operation with toothbrushing at home too!!
Off to school….
Being part of school, the children already have a familiarity and confidence when being around the school site. Taking part in assemblies with Reception class, accessing the school library and taking part in whole site events really embeds the children’s place within our setting. The children are buzzing with excitement when they come to move through to school, having already begun to form relationships with the teachers and support staff, it really is the natural next step.
Louise Martin
Pre-school Room Leader
Hi, my name is Louise and I have worked at Thames for approx 17 years. I have worked within all rooms in nursery and also supported the breakfast & after school clubs. I am married and have a 12 year old son. We are a football family and proudly support Man United!
Amanda Keen
Early Years Practitioner
Hi, I’m Amanda and I joined Thames in 2017. I have been working with children and their families for over 10 years and have five children of my own. In my spare time I love spending time with my family, baking, crocheting and helping out with my local scout group.
Laura Kellett
Early Years Practitioner
Hi, I’m Laura. I joined Team Thames in 2018 and have loved building relationships with the children and families. I spent 4 years living in Liverpool during my studies at university and I enjoy going back there to visit.
Kirsty Flinders
Early Years Practitioner
Hello, my name is Kirsty. I have worked in the childcare sector for over 12 years in various roles. I am a mum of 2 and enjoy spending time with friends and swimming.
