āļøDo you have a child starting school in September?
āļøWould you love them to start school feeling confident, independent and ready?
āļøDoes the idea of forming a small, supportive community sound ideal?
If so, our School Starters Programme is just for you.
Here's a brief overview of what you can expect from the School Starters Programme 2026:
š Our School Starters Programme is designed to help your child settle into school confidently, while offering you resources, ideas and a supportive community along the way.
š I'll share insights into what your child's teacher would love them to be able to do before they start in September and help you achieve this with your child.
Each week, weāll build confidence through:
⨠following simple routines
⨠snack time and independence
⨠joining in and listening
⨠feeling comfortable in a group
All in a calm, familiar environment, with parents there for reassurance and support.
Whatās included:
š 3 in-person sessions
š small group (max 10 children)
š weekly take-home ideas and activities
š WhatsApp support throughout
š school readiness guide
By the end of the programme, many children will:
⨠feel more confident in a group
⨠be familiar with simple routines
⨠enjoy joining in and taking part
⨠feel more comfortable with what school might be like
Youāll also come away with:
š simple, realistic ideas to use at home
š a clearer sense of what to expect in September
š reassurance that your child is feeling more school-ready
Details
š
3-week block (Thursdays - other days are listed on our booking page)
ā° 11am - 12pm (maybe just after)
š The Little Play Village, Collingwood Road, Goring
š¶ parents stay
If this sounds like something your child would enjoy, Iād love to have you join us š
Spaces are limited to keep the group small and supportive.
š secure your spaces on this booking page.
You will stay in the room throughout the session.
Each week, I'll invite you to bring a fruit/veg snack as well as a water bottle. Your child will sit down to enjoy this with others in our group.
Please bring socks for you both: we're a shoe-free, sock-on venue.
A 3.4% + £0.20 booking fee applies to bookings with a cost.
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š EARLY BIRD OFFER: 1 child and their adult š
To say 'thank you' for booking on before others, I'm offering a £4 discount!There are only 2 Early Bird courses available.
Course ticket - for all 3 dates.
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Ā£38.00
Group ticket for 2 people |
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1 child & their adult
Whatās included:š 3 in-person sessions š small group (max 10 children) š weekly take-home ideas and activities š WhatsApp support throughout š school readiness guideBy the end of the programme, many children will: ⨠feel more confident in a group ⨠be familiar with simple routines ⨠enjoy joining in and taking part ⨠feel more comfortable with what school might be likeInvestment: Ā£42 for the full 3-week programme (less than Ā£14 per session)Please see the event information for a more detailed programme description.
Course ticket - for all 3 dates.
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Ā£42.00
Group ticket for 2 people |
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Younger sibling
If you are also bringing a younger sibling with you, book them in using this ticket.It gives them access to The Little Play Village only and does not include the adult-led activities.
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Ā£4.95 |
The Little Play Village
St Richard's Church, Collingwood Road
Goring-by-Sea
Worthing
BN12 6HZ
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