Nature Trail Nursery Park Road

Philosophy: The curriculum is informed by understanding the needs of the community and children.

Activities: Pre-school children engage in a variety of opportunities based on their interests and next steps in learning.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children make good progress and develop independence, such as feeding themselves and helping to tidy toys away.

Communication: Staff greet families in a friendly manner, taking time to listen and share information. Parents are kept informed about their children's progress.

Community Building: Staff bring children and families together for events like nursery weekend walk and supply pre-school children with uniforms.

Programs and Resources: The manager works closely with other professionals to ensure all families receive the support they need for special educational needs children.

Staff Training: Staff are knowledgeable about early years education and deliver a curriculum that supports children with special educational needs.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff greet families in a friendly manner and treat children with kindness and respect.

Safeguarding Training: Staff are trained in safeguarding, including the 'Prevent' duty, ensuring children's welfare.

Play and Learning Integration: Children access a curriculum that builds on their prior knowledge and interests, such as nature walks to the local park.

Transition to Primary School: The setting has good links with local primary schools, helping children feel secure when they move to school.

Child Safety Management: Staff ensure children play in a safe and secure environment and follow safe recruitment procedures.

Children's Safety and Security: Children enter the nursery happy, settled, and are ready for their day.

Happiness and Settling: Positive relationships contribute to children's good emotional security, resilience, and self-esteem.

Nutritional Menu: Children learn about the importance of having a healthy diet and can help themselves to a drink of water.