Trimdon's Little Tykes Ltd

Philosophy: There is an emphasis on learning outdoors and exploring with tactile resources and natural materials.

Activities: Staff plan activities for children that they know will excite and interest them. For example, children learn about oral health and try new tastes and foods through activities, such as topping pizzas and making fruit kebabs.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children are curious and willing to try as they explore with soil in the mud kitchen and search for insects in the nursery garden.

Communication: Parents praise the rich opportunities for outdoor play and the robust systems in place for communication.

Programs and Resources: There is strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff provide music to calm children. They encourage them to take part in breathing exercises and mindfulness in the quiet area.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff are responsive, caring and kind. They form close bonds and enjoy each other's company.

Safeguarding Training: Staff complete safeguarding training. They know what might give them a concern about a child and the procedure to take to help keep them safe.

Play and Learning Integration: Children stretch and use their full bodies as they find different ways to paint in the creative area. Outside, there are opportunities for climbing, balancing and jumping. Children learn to share, take turns and play well together as they tackle obstacle courses, using crates and planks.

Transition to Primary School: There is a strong emphasis on self-care and social skills, to help prepare children for school or the next stage in their learning.

Child Safety Management: Staff show a good awareness of how to teach children about safety. For example, they teach them to carefully use items, such as cutlery and gardening tools.

Children's Safety and Security: Children are happy, settled and secure at this friendly and welcoming setting.

Happiness and Settling: Children are happy, settled and secure at this friendly and welcoming setting. They immerse themselves in their play and the wide range of exciting and challenging activities staff provide.

Nutritional Menu: At mealtimes, children serve themselves and pour their own drinks.