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How to Prepare for Reception

The journey from Pre-School to Reception is an exciting time for children and their parents alike. There are many ways…

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Creative Subjects Are Vital for Children’s Wellbeing

Remote learning has reaffirmed and cemented the place of creative subjects in the curriculum, in particular the role they play…

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The Elms Goes Wild With New Biodiversity Project

As work restarts on the biodiverse garden set within the school’s 45-acre grounds, The Elms embarks on an ambitious new…

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The Benefits of Learning a Second Language as a Child

Learning to communicate with others is one of the first and most important lessons we learn in life. The Elms’…

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How to Ensure a Good Night’s Sleep for Your Child

At Trent College and The Elms, we are proud to prioritise wellbeing alongside academic achievement through the provision of exceptional…

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Top Tips for Developing Early Reading

There are many skills that your child needs to develop in order to become a successful reader, but the most…

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Pre-School – An Essential Time to Learn and Develop

Pre-School is about so much more than fulfilling childcare needs. Research shows that it can give your child a valuable…

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Maths Games in the Early Years 

Although many younger children are now returning to school, which has been wonderful to see at The Elms, there are…

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How to prepare young children for the return to school

June 2020 will see the first wave of children across the country beginning to embark on the return to school…

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