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Official Opening of our new EYFS outdoor area

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02/04/2025 Featured News

Temple Grove Academy Celebrates the Grand Opening of Enhanced EYFS Outdoor Area

We are thrilled to announce the official opening of its newly improved Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) outdoor area, which took place on April 2, 2025. The celebration featured a delightful Teddy Bear's Picnic attended by our current Reception class, their parents, members of the Skinners' Trust, and representatives from the donor schools.

The enhancements to the outdoor area, which include a new shelter and appropriate surfacing for safe play, were made possible through the generous support of several secondary schools within the Skinners' Trust: Skinners' Kent Academy, The Skinners' School, Skinners' Academy in Hackney, and The Marsh Academy in Rye.

These improvements come after a challenging year for the school, as classrooms and the outdoor area were significantly impacted by flooding during Storm Ciarán. The new facilities will provide our pupils with a safe and engaging environment to thrive in their early years, aligning with our commitment to ensuring every child flourishes in every way.

Mr. Johnny Aisher, Chair of the Skinners' Academy Trust Board, had the honour of officially opening the new outdoor area. He expressed his excitement about the project, stating, “It’s wonderful to see how the support from our Trust has transformed this space into a vibrant learning environment for the children at Temple Grove Academy.”

The Teddy Bear's Picnic was a joyful occasion, filled with laughter and community spirit, as families enjoyed the new facilities and celebrated the positive changes at the school.

Temple Grove Academy remains dedicated to providing high-quality education and care, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and inspiring environment.

We look forward to welcoming next year's new Reception children to visit it soon!