Early Years
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The teachers at Villa Grimani International School strive to make the transition to Early Years as smooth as possible. In this new and diverse environment, children need to feel safe, confident, and cared for. As children, they quickly learn that becoming part of this new environment is a fun and joyful experience, and the teachers quickly become like a second "family." To facilitate the transition for your child, who may be experiencing their first time away from home or their first contact with English-speaking people, we offer a gradual transition program for Pre-Nursery, Nursery 1, and for new children enrolled in Nursery 2. You will be informed of the exact day your child will begin their transition DURING THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS.
General advice
Starting school may seem difficult, but it's a normal phase and WILL pass. Changes in sleep, mood, or eating habits are common at the beginning, especially after the summer holidays. Your child may say they don't want to go to school; it takes time to adjust, sometimes even weeks or months.
We advise you to remain calm and accompany your child to school regularly, without giving in to requests to stay home. Don't lie, be calm but firm: bid your child farewell affectionately and leave calmly. If you're upset, your child will sense it and will have a harder time separating.
Remember: children often calm down shortly afterward and begin playing happily. Parents, however, are left with your worries! Lighten up: it's a normal phase that everyone goes through. Work with the teachers: we're here to support you and your children.
Materials to be provided to the school
Please make sure ALL your children's personal material is clearly labeled with their name.
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1 set of cot/crib sheets and blanket
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2 plasticized bibs
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2 towels
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2 complete changes of clothes in a drawstring bag/tote + plastic bags for wet clothes
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1 pack of diapers to be supplied as needed
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1 pack of wet wipes to be supplied as needed
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1 pair of slippers/Crocs or non-slip socks
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A pair of wellies (optional)
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A pair of plastic pants (optional)
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1 PLASTIC apron for creative activities
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1 plastic cup/glass
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8 passport-sized photographs
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1 price list - 60 pages
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1 A4 plastic folder with resealable flap
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a diary or book for communication
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2 complete changes of clothes to keep at school (they don't have to be school uniform items, just similar colors) in a drawstring bag/tote + plastic bags for wet clothes.
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A set of sheets, 1 blanket, (a small pillow with its pillowcase) bed dimensions 134cmx58cm).
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1 pair of slippers/Crocs
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Non-slip socks for psychomotor activity.
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A pair of rubber boots
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A pair of plastic pants (optional)
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1 PLASTIC apron for creative activities
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1 plastic cup/glass
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8 passport-sized photographs
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A photograph portraying the child's family
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1 'portalistini' - 60 pages
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A diary ONLY if your child uses the school bus service at home
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An A4 plastic folder with a fold-over flap
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2 complete changes of clothes to keep at school (they don't have to be school uniform items, just similar colors) in a drawstring bag/tote + a plastic bag for wet clothes.
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A pair of slippers/crocs
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1 pair of sheets, 1 blanket and 1 small pillow with its pillowcase (bed size 134cmx58cm) (IF you want your child to take a nap at school)
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Non-slip socks for psychomotor activities
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A pair of rubber boots
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A pair of plastic pants (optional)
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1 PLASTIC apron for creative activities
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1 plastic cup/glass
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8 passport-sized photographs
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A photograph portraying the child's family
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2 whiteboard markers – any color
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1 A4 size plastic folder, resealable with snap button
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1 A4 binder + plastic pages
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The Early Years at Villa Grimani International School is located in a building exclusively dedicated to our young students, adjacent to the main school building, with which it shares the magnificent centuries-old park. It is composed of three departments:
Pre-Nursery – children from 1 to 3 years old
Nursery 1 – children aged 3 to 4 years
Nursery 2 – children aged 4 to 5 years