Welcome to Walton Under Fives Pre-School

Creative Development Stepping Stones
Begin to explore colour, textures, and shape, make models, and construct using a variety of equipment, materials and tools Show an interest in what they see, hear, touch, taste and feel Join in with favourite songs; explore musical instruments, rhythm and sound Use their imagination and express through art, design, music, dance, role-play and stories

Exploring colour and texture ...squeeze!	Sense of pride in own achievements... wow wicked picture!
Making sound shakers with lentils or pasta...this sure is sticky!

Exploring the sounds of musical instruments ...mmm I like the look of yours!	Sound shakers the children are taking in turns to identify different sounds in the tubes...it’s this one go on have a peek!
Role-play (pretend play) provides opportunities for children to reflect on their own experiences. The Bakers Shop was very popular...those doughnuts look yummy!	Exploring the medical box often helps children prepare for visits to the doctor or nurse. Reflecting and sharing through play their own experiences...oh dear she’s got a poorly cough she’ll need some medicine!
Music and movement helps develop concentration and good listening skills, co-ordination and balance, sharing experiences together and much more ...here we go round the building site on a cold and frosty morning!