Loreto School Queenswood Reception Phase – Grade R

In the Reception phase, Loreto School Queenswood accepts learners turning 6, anytime from 1 January to 31 December of that year.

Our premises are situated in Queenswood, Pretoria, where we are surrounded by our beautiful Queenswood community, our serene grounds are where your child can learn in a carefree and safe environment. ​

Educators of this age build safe bridges between home and school and lay a strong foundation upon which all further learning will stand.​

It is important to note that, while many schools have fallen into the trap of formalising their reception year with uniforms, pen and paperwork and formal reading instruction, we remain true to the well-documented evidence that the best way for young children to learn is through play.​

Our Play is meticulously planned, well designed and scaffolded. It has definite planned outcomes and is not merely a way to pass the time.​

As an alternative to sitting behind a desk and practising how to write the letter “p” on a worksheet, our learners would dress up in the “pizza corner” and take “orders” from their customers by writing six “p’s” for the order of six pizzas. This would then double up as a maths lesson too when they add up the prices for the customer to pay.​

It is easy to guess which learner enjoyed their learning the most. Enjoying the process of learning, makes the learners want more of it.​

Activities are varied and challenging, and problem-solving skills enjoy high priority. Literacy, Numeracy, and Life Skills are nurtured through creative activities, Bible lessons, music, and developmental play, both indoors and outdoors.

At this phase we introduce them to Lego robotics, learn to swim and Horseworx.

Play will raise a child in ways you can never imagine!

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