What is this course about?
Getting your child ready for Reception in September 2026 is about building a foundation of independence, social confidence and curiosity. These sessions are designed to align with the Early Years Framework ensuring your child transations from home or nursery to the classroom. This preparation program focuses on the "whole child" prioritising the practical and emotional skills that teachers value the most for a successful start.

Who is the course for?
Parents/carers and grandparents of children living in Essex who have a child starting Reception in September 2026.

What can I expect to learn?
You will have an understanding of how you can help your child to prepare for their transition to Reception.

How will I learn?
The sessions will be facilitated by a tutor online.

How will I know how well I am doing?
You will be given tutor feedback at the end of each task. The tutor will work with you to support you with any individual issues that you may be experiencing.

Will I have to do any work at home ?
You will be given exercises to try out at home.

What will I need to provide?
A device suitable for accessing Microsoft Teams for online courses.

Are there any other costs?
There are no extra costs associated with this course

What can I do next?
When you finish this course we will provide you with details about what programmes you can move on to next.

Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact ACLfamilylearning@essex.gov.uk