At Enchanted Wood Preschool, we recognise that getting support right for children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) is essential to their overall development. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued, confident, and able to thrive. By celebrating bilingualism and embracing each child’s home language and culture, we help foster a strong sense of belonging, wellbeing, and identity.

We understand that children learn best when they feel emotionally secure. That is why we actively promote and celebrate the diverse languages and cultures within our settings. By doing so, children feel safe, respected, and included, which provides the foundation they need to develop their language skills and fully engage in their learning.

Supporting children with EAL is also key to their educational progress. Strong English language development plays an important role in future achievement, and early support ensures children are well prepared for school. At the same time, we recognise that language development takes time, and we are committed to providing the right support to help children build confidence and close any potential gaps.

At Enchanted Wood Preschool, we value and encourage the use of home languages. We understand that maintaining and developing a child’s first language supports their ability to learn English, as skills transfer across languages. By celebrating bilingualism, we enable children to benefit from the cognitive and social advantages of being multilingual.

We also place great importance on building strong partnerships with families. By providing clear communication, including translated information where needed, we ensure that all families feel welcomed, supported, and involved in their child’s learning journey. This partnership helps us work together to achieve the best outcomes for every child.

Please click below to see our Parent Information Guides translated into many of our families home languages.