Sunbeams Atherton

Philosophy: Staff have high aspirations for all children. They provide the support and encouragement children need to help ensure every child gets a good start in their education.

Activities: Children enjoy a rich, well-sequenced curriculum that helps them develop the skills and attitudes they need to be successful in their learning.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children are well supported by staff as they become curious, confident learners who are keen to try new things.

Communication: Parents feel extremely well informed about their child's time and talk enthusiastically about the online system, which provides them with a real insight into their child's time at the nursery.

Community Building: Parents comment very positively on the care and quality of education that their children receive.

Programs and Resources: Staff work with other professionals to implement strategies for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Staff Training: Staff have completed relevant training and fully understand the importance of their role and responsibility regarding child protection.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Children thrive on the positive relationships that they quickly develop with key members of staff.

Safeguarding Training: Staff respond immediately to help protect children from further harm if they have any concerns about a child's welfare.

Play and Learning Integration: Children demonstrate a strong sense of belonging and explore the activities on offer, becoming curious, confident learners.

Child Safety Management: Staff routinely implement effective risk assessments to help ensure that children can move and play safely.

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel safe and are happy, as indicated by their enthusiastic explorations and interactions.

Teaching Personal Safety: Clear explanations help to raise children's awareness of risk and develop their understanding of how to keep themselves and others safe while they play.

Happiness and Settling: Children are happy and enjoy their time here. They thrive on the positive relationships with staff.

Nutritional Menu: Children enjoy a wide range of freshly prepared, healthy meals and snacks.