Minimum sessions policy

We are committed to providing high-quality, consistent early years education that supports every child's wellbeing, development and sense of security. To ensure that children benefit fully from our curriculum and settle confidently into routines, we operate a minimum session policy. This policy applies to all families accessing our provision.

Minimum Session Requirements (Current)

Children Aged Under 3 (Two-Year-Olds)

- A minimum of 3 sessions per week, taken over 2 separate days.

- This ensures regular attendance, helping younger children develop secure attachments and familiarity with our environment and routines.

Children Aged 3 and 4

- A minimum of 5 sessions per week, taken over 3 separate days.

- Increasing attendance boosts school readiness, supports social development and enables children to fully engage with our curriculum.

Friday Sessions

- Fridays are offered as an additional optional day. (Not within the minimum 5 session requirement) However, if you intend for your child to remain with us for The Fledglings Reception year and beyond, there is an expectation for your child to attend Adventure Fridays in their final year before they finish preschool.

- Friday sessions cannot count towards the minimum session requirement.

- This is due to the unique structure and rhythm of our Friday provision.

The decisions for our minimum session requirements have been made following careful consideration of:

- Best practice guidance in early years education

- The developmental needs of young children

- Children’s need for consistency and secure routines

- Feedback from staff, families and external professionals

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