Starting School in September 2021

Welcome to Writtle Infant School! We're so glad that you and your children will soon be part of our school. You might have already watched this video but if you haven't, it's a great introduction to the school and gives you some tips on how to get ready for your child's first year!

Things continue to be different this year, so please keep an eye on our Covid-19 page to find out the latest information regarding our safety procedures.

We have sent all new parents a registration link to ParentMail and will shortly do the same for Tapestry. We use both platforms to keep in touch with you over the next few months. Please login as soon as possible! We have also informed you of your child's class allocation and personalised induction timetable for your child. Below is the presentation from the Induction Meeting for new parents which was held on Tuesday 15th June.

Please use the following tips to get ready for school.

• Please look through the web pages listed on the right. Any changes to our usual practice are highlighted at the top of the page.
• Read our online welcome book.
• Fill in the All About Me sheets from our Welcome Pack 2021.
• Watch our Virtual Open Day videos if you haven't already done so.
• Take a look at PACEY's Steps to Starting School.
• Have a go at TLC Essex's list of 50 things to do before you're 5!
• The Road to School poster is a great resource to improve your child's readiness for school. We would recommend this in conjunction with the Am I ready for school? poster.
• A Parent’s Guide to Promoting Early Learning and Development at Home (0 - 5 years) is a useful document to help you support your child's learning at home, particularly during the pandemic.
• Ask your child's nursery/pre-school for their reports. These can be e-mailed to us.

Remember, the single most important thing you can do to get your child ready for school is to read stories with them and talk to them about anything and everything!

Finally, please contact us if there is anything else you are unsure about.

We look forward to meeting you!