3 months to 2 years

For our youngest children we follow their own routine concerning sleeping and feeding. We encourage play which allows the children a chance to explore and discover. Having two interconnecting rooms allows for a wide range of activities, including quiet time.

Staff actively interact and play with the children at this age, regulary changing and adapting activities to maintain interest. Messy play is a firm favourite! We also take the children outside to play in the garden everyday,

2 and 3 year olds

For our toddlers the environment and practices are set up to encourage active, varied play where social interactions come to the fore.

The layout of the room allows for imaginative games and collaborative play between the age groups, as well as small group activities.

Resources and activities are easily accessible to the children in the room and garden, with free flow between the two.

The daily routine is designed to give the children a combination of stimulating activities, free play and quiet time for a rest or sleep.

3 and 4 years old

For our oldest children we have a separate room. They move into this room into the September before they are due to start school in year R, allowing them a whole year of opportunities to build independence and social skills in preparation for school.

Sensitive encouragement from staff with one to one learning and both small and larger group activities provide our Pre-school children the opportunities to develop and master their skills.

Free flow between the inside and outside environment allows lots of time to extend their curiosity.

Within all of our age groups we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Birth to Five Framework, encouraging development without compromising on the fun!