EYFS

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) at Merlin is fully integrated into the wider school; Reception (4-5 year olds), is part of the Lower School. Reception children have full access to the wider Merlin curriculum including specialist taught subjects. They learn indoors and outdoors and are given plenty of opportunity to explore the skills and knowledge learnt in the classroom independently, so as to develop and embed their learning while getting on with others, in a supportive, exciting and happy environment.

Through our carefully designed EYFS curriculum, children can develop their creativity, imagination, problem solving, motor skills, language, confidence and independence, social skills and self-regulation, wellbeing, and the ability to have a go! We are proud of the delicate balance struck between child initiated and adult led learning, allowing for a seamless transition into Year One.

Merlin School EYFS
Merlin School EYFS
Merlin School EYFS

“Merlin is the most wonderful, nurturing and loving school where every child is made to feel special and reach their full potential.”

Parent of a child in Reception

“The teachers and staff at Merlin exude oodles of positivity and encouragement and both of my children bounce into school every day.”

Parent of children in Reception and Year 2

“A Merlin child is happy, polite and kind.”

Parent

“The Merlin School has been outstanding for both of my boys. It has cared for them both in a nourishing fashion, taught them to be confident and kind and really opened their minds to the world around them.”

Parent

“Merlin School encourages children of all abilities to be the best they can be in a kind and nurturing environment. The teachers really inspire the children to love learning, our son is so happy there.”

Parent, Year 1

“Merlin is a truly special place and I can only hope that my boys will continue to carry the Merlin Spirit with them for the years to come. “Having a go” and embracing new challenges becomes second nature, fostering a love of learning. I just wish they had an upper school!”

Parent

“Merlin is truly magical because the kind and supportive staff understand children and make learning fun. Our boys have loved their time at Merlin.”

Parent

“We first saw Merlin school after we had visited a couple of schools looking for a school where our daughter would be happy. After visiting Merlin we had no doubts - our daughter spent three very happy years here. When time came our son went to Merlin school as well. It is so important that in the very beginning of their school years kids are introduced to the magic of learning with love and care. It is exactly what Merlin school does. We are very grateful to all the teachers and staff for their amazing work!”

Parent

“Induction into reception is managed exceptionally well. Our daughter has had a really happy experience starting school.”

Parent

“The Merlin School has been outstanding for both of my boys. It has cared for them both in a nourishing fashion, taught them to be confident and kind and really opened their minds to the world around them.”

Parent

"My daughter joined Merlin in Reception and has not looked back since. She came out of the school on Day 1 with a huge smile on her face and she has always been excited to go in and learn every single day. Over the years, I have watched her gain confidence, speak her mind, be kind and apply the Merlin principles at every opportunity."  
 
Parent, Year 3 
"Staying on for Year 3 was the best decision I have made.  Not only has my daughter learnt so much academically, passed her assessment for the school she wanted with the support of her teachers but most importantly she has developed into a young lady I am so proud of; kind, energetic, positive, inquisitive and excited to learn and achieve more. I greatly attribute these characteristics to the nurturing, personalised, gentle, encouraging and kind approach that this school takes towards its pupils."
 
Parent, Year 3 

"I would like to thank every single teacher and staff member for making all this look so effortless ..... such a bright team of educators, placing Merlin at the top of schools I would recommend to any family."

Parent, Year 3