Stewart House starts pupils on their exciting learning journey with all its adventures, discoveries, challenges, achievements and advantages for life. Set in the heart of Felsted and the local community, pupils and their families quickly get to know each other and establish friendships that will last a lifetime.

We meet most of our children in pre-school visits as part of the process of getting to know each of our families. In this way Felsted works with every family to start making the most of each child’s talents and potential.

We believe that building children’s confidence enables them to flourish and enjoy learning. We recognise and celebrate success and build upon the achievements of every child.

Our modern, purpose-built building is specifically designed for this age group and our personalised approach to learning. With its own library, multi-purpose hall and play spaces, our Young Felstedians really have a flying start to school life.

Sixth

A flying start

FACT FILEStewart House StatsMax class size: 18

Average class size: 15

Girl/Boy ratio: 41:59

No. of classes: 9

Total: 135 pupils

Jacqueline Atkins, Head of Stewart House Team

Stewart House Ages 4-6Reception, Year 1, Year 2

In our latest inspection, Ofsted deemed the Early Years experience to be outstanding for its rich, child-centred learning and personalised approach, appreciating the small classes, the range of activities, the positive and happy atmosphere, parental involvement and the focus on the whole child, as well as academic success.

Laying the foundation for learningIn our small classes our enthusiastic and highly qualified staff ensure every child is happily absorbed and gaining an appetite for knowledge. Academic focus at this stage is on numeracy, literacy and science. Topic work allows for exciting exploration of the Humanities and Science.

On the stage

Queen Elizabeth II by Jack

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In our small classes our enthusiastic and highly qualified staff ensure every child is happily absorbed and gaining an appetite for knowledge. Academic focus at this stage is on numeracy, literacy and science. Topic work allows for exciting exploration of the Humanities and Science.

FACT FILEA typical school day 8.45am - 3.30pm8.10-8.45: Children are welcomed to school

8.45: Registration and assembly

Mornings: Numeracy and literacy (A healthy snack and outdoor play break

mid-morning)Lunchtime: 12.00: Healthy lunch and outdoor play

Afternoons: Creative topic work, Spanish, Music, Drama,

Art, Computing, DT, PE or Swimming

(A healthy snack and outdoor play break

mid-afternoon)3.00: Story or circle time

3.30: End of school day

3.30-5.45: Woodlanders After School Club

or an optional after-school activity

“Our girls have had simply the best start to school life any parent could wish for!” Parents of Tilly, 4 and Grace, 6

Self-expression and creativity are fostered through music, drama and assemblies, while physical skills are developed through ball play, balance, movement and dance. Our broad curriculum is enhanced through digital learning and technology (Computing), Spanish, Music and Physical Education. Spiritual awareness, promotion of British values and an experience of other cultures are part of our Christian foundation. Teaching outside the classroom is enjoyed by all and includes trips to our forest school, Hatfield Forest, local museums and places of interest. Weekly swimming lessons taught in small groups allow our children to become confident in this essential life skill.

Effort is rewarded as much as attainment and every achievement is recognised. Pupils are very proud to receive praise or a Gold Book Award for outstanding effort or achievement. Learning certificates are awarded to children who focus on the School’s Language of Learning.

“Children’s behaviour is exemplary”Ofsted

Modern and traditional learning

In our forest classroom

Exploring natural habitats

in the School garden

Healthy eating“We drink to think!”

Stewart House pupils have their own dedicated library resource on site with a suite of computers for research and enjoyment. Pupils may visit the Oak Trees library on specific mornings before registration to choose books to read at home. Younger siblings and parents can borrow books too!

We have consistent expectations for good behaviour and hard work; we call these our Golden Rules.

★ We are kind and helpful; we don’t hurt anyone’s feelings★ We look after property; we do not waste or damage things★ We are gentle; we do not hurt others★ We listen; we do not interrupt★ We work hard; we do not waste time★ We are honest; we do not try to cover up the truth

Healthy eating

Fun and friendship

The Gruffalo by Lucy

Musical opportunities

Our Golden Rules

Oak Trees library

Pupils are introduced to healthy eating options during their school day and are required to bring a water bottle to school to use in class. Milk, water and a healthy snack are enjoyed at mid morning break and squash, water and a wholemeal sandwich in the afternoon. On cold days hot chocolate warms everyone up!

With Silver ‘Healthy Schools Award’ status, Felsted prides itself on providing healthy and nutritious food which appeals to children of this age group. Specific dietary requirements are catered for. Pupils are taught the importance of eating their ‘five a day’ and are encouraged to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables. Teachers supervise the children at lunch, encouraging them to eat well and to try new foods. Good table manners are also reinforced.

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FACT FILETop lunches, according

to Mouse Class

★ Roast lunch followed by

apple crumble and custard

● Home-made pizza followed

by a variety of fruit*

■ Sausages and mash

followed by fruit jelly

*Fresh fruit is available every day

and is always demolished!

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Favourite things about

school, according to

Hedgehog Class

★ Yummy school lunch

● My teacher

■ My friends

▲ Role play & dressing up

◆ Swimming

✚ Going for muddy walks in our wellies

Physical challenge

FACT FILEMost popular booksThe Gruffalo by Julia DonaldsonCharlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

FACT FILEBest things about Felsted, according

to Stewart House parents*◆ Approachable and nurturing staff

◆ Broad and interesting curriculum

◆ Focus on the individual child

◆ Regular feedback

◆ Wrap-around care for working parents

◆ Healthy snacks and a hot lunch!

◆ Weekly swimming lessons

◆ Range of extra-curricular

activities on site◆ Forest school!

Felsted, Essex, CM6 3JL 01371 822610 info@felsted.org www.felsted.org

Parent involvement

“We are delighted with the standards and care that our children receive.” Mum of Flora age 6

“I have been nothing but impressed with the School.” Father of Ben age 4 and Olivia age 6

“My child runs to school and always has a story to tell when she gets home. She is really happy and confident.” Mum of Emily age 4

Sports day challenge!

Wrap around careStewart House works with parents to ease the day to day pressures of starting school life. This includes an extended day, with after school clubs and early drop off to help working parents or to smooth pick up times with siblings.

After school activitiesChildren have the option at the end of the school day of either joining Woodlanders After School Club or taking part in an organised activity. These include ballet, football, cricket, judo, tennis, gymnastics, French and recorders.

FACT FILE

Popular after

school activities

★ Jazz Dance /Ballet

● Judo / Karate

■ Tennis

▲ Football

◆ French

*Taken from survey of parents

We believe that building a relationship of mutual understanding and support between you and your child’s teacher will benefit your child. Staff are always available for a chat, but most parents find that a quick email will solve any problems.

A thriving Parents’ Association organises many activities and social events during the year such as summer parties, charity quiz nights and class Christmas meals. Each class has a nominated Parent Representative whose role it is to update and involve parents about school information and events. The most popular school events with parents are the swimming gala, sports day, music concerts, and, of course, the Christmas nativity, where often a tear or two is shed. We even have a Grandparents in School Day!

Creative learningWork education!

Creative learningCreative learning

Grandparents in School day

In-schoolmusic lessons