The Little Ripley Day Nursery

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: In preparation for the move on to school, children learn to recognise the letters in their name. For example, staff hide children's names in soil for them to find. When children find their names, staff then ask them to use their finger in the soil to write their names independently.

Communication: Parents and staff work together to ensure children settle into the setting. Staff gain as much information as possible when children first start.

Programs and Resources: Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. Staff work closely with parents to understand their children's needs.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Children arrive at this warm and inviting setting happy and eager to engage in learning. Children's development is supported by a well-thought-out curriculum that uses children's interests to develop their skills.

Safeguarding Training: Leaders, managers, and staff know what policies and procedures they would follow if they had concerns about children or staff.

Transition to Primary School: Children transition smoothly between the rooms with support from the staff. The transition process is then put into practice to support children in preparing for the move on to school.

Child Safety Management: Staff ensure the setting is safe and secure for children to access. This is done through regular risk assessments taking place throughout the day.

Children's Safety and Security: Leaders and managers ensure that everyone working with the children is safe and suitable to do so.