Daily Schedule for Each Day

Holistic Daily Schedule:

9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Time Activity

9:00 – 9:45 AM Optional Morning Walk: A peaceful walk over the adjacent downs, fostering mindfulness, connection with nature, and gentle physical activity. Children who wish to miss the walk may arrive later, joining the program at 9:45 AM.

9:45 – 10:15 AM Morning Circle: Songs, verses, and seasonal storytelling to set the tone for the day, followed by movement-based activities that build rhythm, social connections, and teamwork.

10:15 – 11:15 AM Core Learning Session: Personalized academic instruction tailored to each child’s needs, focusing on subjects such as Maths, English, or Science. This session balances individual work.

11:15 – 11:45 AM Snack Preparation and Break: Children help prepare a healthy snack, such as baking bread rolls, assembling fruit platters, or making smoothies, fostering practical life skills and teamwork.

11:45 AM – 12:30 PM Creative and Practical Skills: Hands-on activities like sewing, knitting, weaving, or seasonal crafts. Children alternate between individual projects and team-based creative tasks, such as group art or collaborative crafts.

12:30 – 1:15 PM Physical Activity or Gardening: Outdoor Play: This time allows children to develop gross motor skills, explore nature, and engage in imaginative play or engage gardening activities like planting seeds, watering plants, or harvesting vegetables.

1:15 – 1:30 PM Closing Circle: Reflect on the day’s activities, share highlights, and preview what’s coming next. The session ends with a calming mindfulness practice, fostering a sense of community and closure.

• 2-Hour Slot: Ideal for younger children or focused engagement.

• 3-Hour Slot: Provides more time for learning and activities.

• Full Day (9:00 AM – 1:30 PM): A comprehensive experience covering all aspects of our program.

Note: Children under 8 years old may only attend the 2-hour slot. The program is designed for children aged 7 to 11.

Weekly Curriculum Plan

Day Focus Activities

Monday

Maths and Problem Solving

- Core learning session: Arithmetic, geometry, and real-world applications (e.g., budgeting).
- Group problem-solving challenges and interactive games.
- Hands-on application like measuring and planning in the garden.

Tuesday

English and Communication

- Creative writing, reading comprehension, and grammar exercises.
- Public speaking practice (e.g., presentations or storytelling).
- Collaborative storytelling or scriptwriting for seasonal craft projects.

Wednesday

Business and Entrepreneurship (Design Technology)

- Introduction to basic business concepts (e.g., profits, expenses, and planning).
- Project: Plan and "market".
- Team activity: Create and pitch a business idea.

Thursday

Science

- Hands-on experiments exploring biology, chemistry, or physics principles (e.g., growing plants, testing materials).
- Collaborative group art or science-themed projects.

Friday

Physical Fitness and Practical Life Skills

- Boot camp, running games, or yoga.
- Gardening: Planting, harvesting, or composting.
- Cooking and baking: Preparing a healthy snack or meal.
- Housekeeping tasks to develop practical independence.

1. Whole Day (4.5 Hours)

• Price Range: £45–£55 per day

  • Includes a rich, holistic curriculum, highly personalized attention, and diverse activities (academic, creative, and physical).

  • Comparable Steiner schools charge £54/day.

2. 2-Hour Slot (Under 8s Only)

• Price Range: £20–£25 per session

  • Focused on engaging younger children with creative, physical, or foundational academic activities.

3. 3-Hour Slot

• Price Range: £30–£40 per session

  • Provides a balance of core learning, creative tasks, and physical engagement, comparable to a half-day program in Steiner settings.

4. The Drop ins

• If you prefer a flexible schedule, you can opt for drop-in sessions and pay the full price per session.