Ferndene Nursery

Activities: Children are highly motivated learners who eagerly join in with activities

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Staff have started to provide more resources that encourage babies to explore and investigate

Communication: Staff share information with parents about children's learning and offer guidance to extend this at home

Programs and Resources: Staff develop effective partnerships with others to ease children's transition into Reception class

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Relationships between staff and children are warm and nurturing

Safeguarding Training: Managers and staff are committed to keeping their knowledge up to date with regular training

Play and Learning Integration: Older children become absorbed at story time, helping them develop skills in literacy

Transition to Primary School: Good relationships with schools help to ease children's transition into Reception class

Diversity Management: Children have plentiful opportunities to explore the similarities and differences between themselves and others

Child Safety Management: Toddlers know not to use the climbing frame when a cone is placed on it

Children's Safety and Security: Children demonstrate a strong sense of security

Happiness and Settling: Parents are very happy with the care and children are extremely happy in nursery

Nutritional Menu: Children benefit from nutritious meals and snacks and have plenty of fresh air