Welcome to Reception!

A very warm welcome to all our new families—we are so pleased that you and your child will be joining us! We cannot wait to meet you and begin this exciting journey together.

This page is especially for you, and we hope you’ll find it helpful as you prepare for your child to start in Reception. We understand that this can be a time filled with both excitement and nerves, but please rest assured—it is our priority to ensure that both you and your child feel confident, supported, and ready for this new chapter.

At Thames Ditton Infant School, your child’s happiness and development are at the heart of everything we do. We believe children learn best when they feel safe, are having fun, and are encouraged to explore and grow.

Our Early Years Foundation Stage is all about sparking curiosity and inspiring a love of learning. Through hands-on, meaningful experiences, we help children become independent, inquisitive problem-solvers with a strong sense of self and a positive attitude to learning.

We are so excited to welcome you to our school family!