Getting ready for Nursery

Guidance for parents on what you should be encouraging your child to do in preparation for starting nursery.

 

Self -care

• I know when to wash my hands 
• I can put on my own coat
• I can wipe my nose 
• I can ask for help 

Speaking and Literacy

• I am interested in listening to stories and looking at picture books
• I beginning to be able to talk about myself, my needs and feelings 
• I am beginning to be able to recognise my name when it is written down

Getting dressed and undressed on my own

• I am trying hard to button and unbutton my clothes
• I can put my own shoes and socks on
• I can put my own coat on and beginning to use the zip

Going to the toilet 

• I can go to the toilet on my own, wipe myself properly and flush the toilet.
• I  can wash and dry my hands 

Sharing and turn taking 

• I can share toys and take turns 
• I can interact with other children 
• I can play games with other children 

Counting Skills 

• I like saying number rhymes and playing counting games
• I am starting to count objects 
• I can recognise some colours

Listening and Understanding 

• I am able to sit and listen for a short while 
• I can follow a simple instruction