Our Approach

At Pitton Pre-School we believe that children learn most effectively when they are having fun and deeply engaged in their play / learning. Hence we have adopted an approach that relies on skilled staff and expert practice to deliver a child centred curriculum. Each child is fully supported in their development as an individual, engaging their own interests and ideas to enhance their progress.

Fundamental to a child's development is their self confidence and self-esteem. Children who are happy, confident and have a high self esteem usually learn in a very positive, productive and enjoyable manner.

The pre-school practitioners encourage and nurture the children in order to promote their self-confidence and esteem. This in turn leads to other, positive ways in which children approach their learning and new experiences. These are known as ‘positive attributes for learning’. In particular we encourage the children to;

Have fun!

and to be;
Creative (Original, spontaneous, unique)
Enthusiastic
Friendly
Generous
Helpful
Industrious
Kind & Considerate
Mindful (conscious, aware)
Optimistic
Persistent (Despite opposition or difficulty)
Risk take (and an ability to evaluate risks!)
Quiet (We need to value solitude)
Resourceful
Thoughtful

Our aim is that the children will enjoy learning – a skill of life long importance.