Raynham
Primary School

About us

• We use the same ethos and approach throughout the whole of our early years, from our two year olds in nursery to our reception children.

• This allows our children to progress confidently to the next year group as they are familiar with this way of learning.

• It means our children settle confidently and are ready to build on their learning with enthusiasm.

• Outdoor learning is important at Raynham. It helps with developing our children’s confidence, resilience and skills, and also has clear benefits in terms of physical development and wellbeing.

Why should I send my child to nursery?

• Attending nursery is seen by education professionals as an important way of developing their confidence, communication and social skills.

• Children get the opportunity to be independent and form new relationships, skills that are important for their long-term mental and emotional wellbeing.

• The routine and structure of time spent at nursery eases a child’s transition to school, especially when the nursery and the primary school are the same.

Who can attend?

Two-year-olds

• We accept children at the start of the term after they turn two.

• This service is for children whose families receive income support or benefits.

• Places are funded by Enfield Borough Council, so parents do not pay.

• Families that qualify get 15 hours of nursery a week — three hours a day in either morning or afternoon sessions.

Three and four-year-olds

• All children get 15 hours of nursery a week for free when they are three or four.

• They start nursery in the September after they turn three.

• Families get 15 hours of nursery a week which is made up of three hours a day either in the morning or afternoon session.

What do I do now?

• You can check if your two-year-old is eligible for the Terrific Twos funding for 15 hours HERE. You will get a code if your two-year-old is eligible.

• All applications (two-year-olds, plus three and four-year-olds) are made to the borough council. This is done HERE. You will be asked for a code if you are seeking a place for a two-year-old.

• We can support you through this process. Please email us HERE, call us on 0208 807 4726 or come into the school office to find out more.