Reception at The Croft, Tranby - where academic excellence begins

We warmly welcome you to Reception at the Croft, Tranby. Whether your child has been with us since Pre-School or is new to the Tranby family, we are eager to embark on this next phase of their educational journey together.

At The Croft Reception, we don't just meet expectations - we exceed them. Our Reception pupils consistently outperform national averages:

over 100% of children achieve or surpass their expected progress by the end of the year. 

Our experienced teachers are dedicated to creating a stimulating and supportive environment where your child will thrive. Our small Reception classes - which never exceed 16 children - provide a dynamic and enriching experience that builds upon the Early Learning Goals and seamlessly transitions your child into the Preparatory School curriculum.

When it comes to early education, it's vital to create the right environment so that children feel happy and secure coming into school each morning.

Striking the perfect balance of challenged yet confident, independent, yet supported is important when it comes to children developing a love of learning and school itself. 

This is where our fully qualified and subject specialist teachers make the world of difference...

Specialist teachers from reception

Children are taught by subject specialists in Sports and Music from Reception. Because they are experts in their fields, these teachers can spot a spark of talent or potential early on and nurture it in ways tailored to that specific discipline.

In addition, pupils begin their first steps in language learning through song, laying the foundation for a seamless progression to language lessons - with Senior School teachers - in Year 1. 

The benefits of having Senior School teachers on the Prep School lesson timetable are boundless. These teachers have valuable experience, not only of their subject, but of tailoring their methods to teaching children of all ages.

They truly know how to bring the best out in every child. 

They know when children can be pushed a little further out of their comfort zone and when they need a gentler approach. This knowledge and experience is invaluable in propelling children forward in the early years of their education.

At Tranby, we know modern family life doesn’t fit the old school model, with many parents working full time and needing flexibility. That’s why we created Extended Day – free until 16:45 for Reception to Year 6. It’s not just childcare, but a seventh lesson of the day, filled with active, creative and academic opportunities led by our brilliant staff.

Beyond that, for a small charge, we offer wraparound care until 18:00, plus Morning Care from 07:30, making family life easier while giving pupils even more chances to thrive.