Smartie Pants Sutton Bridge

Activities: Children have many opportunities to freely explore the resources

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Develop good independence and self-care skills; focus on developing children's independence and confidence

Communication: Work well with parents to make referrals and set targets, provide feedback through conversations and reports

Programs and Resources: Quickly identify potential gaps in child's development and work well with other professionals

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Warm relationships with staff, who give cuddles and talk to children as they welcome them in

Safeguarding Training: Ensure that regular safeguarding training takes place, to keep staff's knowledge up to date

Play and Learning Integration: Children gain confidence in their physical movements and coordination, pre-school children show interest in activities like matching animal footprints

Transition to Primary School: Skills prepare them well for future learning within nursery and eventually starting school

Child Safety Management: Staff are vigilant and carry out regular risk assessments to keep children safe

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel happy and secure in the nursery, taking comfort from staff

Happiness and Settling: Children arrive happy and settle quickly, staff offer constant specific praise and encouragement which supports children's self-esteem

Nutritional Menu: Sit together at lunchtime for social interactions, strong focus on mealtimes