The Itchen Valley Montessori

Philosophy: Montessori philosophy of teaching.

Activities: Staff provide children with a variety of activities which they are eager to join in with.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children's early literacy skills are well supported throughout the nursery.

Communication: Parents say that even though they have been unable to enter the premises, due to the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic, their children cannot wait to enter the setting each day.

Community Building: Parents are eager to share their compliments and positive experiences about the setting.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff are kind and welcoming to children and treat them with care and respect.

Safeguarding Training: All staff are knowledgeable about child protection matters and understand how to keep children safe.

Play and Learning Integration: Children play happily together and develop good friendships with their peers.

Diversity Management: Children receive an abundance of encouragement and praise for their achievements.

Child Safety Management: Staff check the premises daily to ensure resources and equipment are safe for children to use.

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel safe and confident to explore their surroundings and enjoy their learning.

Happiness and Settling: Children are happy and settled at the nursery.

Nutritional Menu: Children enjoy nutritious food at snack times and talk to staff about their favourite fruits and vegetables.