Hickory House Day Nursery Limited

Activities: Children independently explore and have a wide variety of activities to choose from.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Staff are skilful at developing their teaching to meet the children's needs and encourage children to keep going, which boosts their self-esteem and confidence.

Communication: Management and staff gather information from parents about their children's interests and abilities when they first start to attend the nursery.

Programs and Resources: The SENCo uses her experience and knowledge to act quickly and puts appropriate support in place.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Children are happy as they arrive at the nursery and are greeted by the friendly management team.

Safeguarding Training: There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

Play and Learning Integration: Children's imaginations flourish as they become deeply engaged in play.

Transition to Primary School: Older children go to the toilet and manage their own care needs independently.

Diversity Management: Staff value the diversity of cultures and languages in the setting and reflect these in the activities and events that they provide.

Child Safety Management: Children behave well. Staff teach children effectively about the importance of listening and following instructions to stay safe.

Children's Safety and Security: Children are happy as they arrive at the nursery and are greeted by the friendly management team.

Happiness and Settling: Children are happy as they arrive at the nursery and are greeted by the friendly management team.

Nutritional Menu: Staff promote children's health through teaching handwashing and offering healthy meal options.