Starting Reception is a major milestone for every child – and for every parent. At The Webber Independent School, we understand that those early steps into “big school” should be exciting, positive and full of support.
Our Reception experience is carefully designed to build confidence, nurture curiosity and foster a love of learning from day one. Supported by our experienced staff and a strong transition from Little Webber Nursery, our children settle quickly into school life and flourish in a warm, structured and joyful environment. This is more than just a great place to start school – it’s a community where children feel seen, supported and inspired to grow.
According to national data from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), a strong early years education can have a lifelong impact – boosting literacy, numeracy and social skills, especially when the transition from Nursery to Reception is thoughtfully managed. That’s exactly what we provide at Webber: a seamless path from play-based discovery to purposeful early learning.
Our integrated approach gives Reception children:
✅ Small class sizes and individual attention
✅ Strong foundations in phonics, early reading and number work
✅ Access to specialist teaching in PE, music and languages
✅ Outdoor learning through Forest School and nature-based play
✅ A consistent focus on values, wellbeing and emotional growth
We’re proud that our most recent ISI Inspection praised the “exceptional personal development” of our youngest learners, and the “high levels of engagement and independence” seen in the classroom.
But most importantly, our parents feel it too.
💬 “My child settled into Reception so quickly – it felt like a natural next step after Nursery. She is thriving.”
💬 “The small class sizes mean my son gets real attention – academically and emotionally.”
💬 “We couldn’t believe how much progress our child made in just one term – especially in phonics and confidence.”
💬 “(Webber’s Reception) staff are so nurturing, but still maintain strong learning expectations. The balance is perfect.”
(Parent Survey, 2024)
Reception at Webber is about more than just preparing for Year 1. It’s about laying the foundations for a lifelong love of learning, building friendships, developing routines, and gaining the confidence to take on new challenges. As part of our commitment to affordable excellence, we offer a forward-thinking independent education that’s both academically robust and family-conscious — blending high standards with real value. It’s the Webber difference, and it begins right here in Reception If you’re looking for a Reception class where your child can grow, thrive and feel proud of their progress — we’d love to welcome you.
Find out more or book a personal tour today: www.webberindependentschool.com
