Toad Hall Nursery School

Philosophy: The nursery adopts the Montessori approach to teaching and learning

Activities: Children are highly engaged in topic work because themes are based on their backgrounds and interests

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children learn about the importance of a good diet because extremely healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables from other countries are thoughtfully presented by the staff

Communication: The partnerships with parents are highly developed, secure and strong

Programs and Resources: Staff have strong links with outside agencies, ensuring children with special educational needs are securely supported

Staff Training: The leader provides exceptional support to her staff team, organising relevant, focused training to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge

Welcoming and Professional Staff: All staff are highly qualified and dedicated to the nursery which creates a consistent approach to teaching

Safeguarding Training: The manager and staff have an in-depth understanding of safeguarding

Play and Learning Integration: Children form secure friendships with their peers and they behave exceptionally well for their age

Transition to Primary School: Children are extremely well prepared for future learning and school through the everyday activities they take part in

Diversity Management: Children who speak English as an additional language swiftly become confident communicators in both their home language and English

Child Safety Management: Safeguarding is effective. Staff recognise signs of abuse and know what steps they need to take to ensure children are kept safe at all times

Teaching Personal Safety: Children learn about risks and keeping themselves safe, for example when going up and down the stairs with confidence and when holding the scissors

Happiness and Settling: This helps children to feel happy and safe

Nutritional Menu: Children learn about the importance of a good diet because extremely healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables from other countries are thoughtfully presented by the staff