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Under the Willow Nursery
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Under the Willow Nursery
- Nursery
- Southwark SE21 8NW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Diverse Books and Toys: Children enjoy interactive singing and reading sessions
Indoor and Outdoor Facilities: Well-resourced play areas, inside and outdoors
Philosophy: The nursery follows the Montessori ethos
Forest School Sessions: Children attend forest school sessions to learn about the natural world and personal safety
Activities: Activities are based on development needs and interests, like creating models of planets
Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children are eager to learn new skills, understand diversity, and show respect
Communication: Strong partnerships with parents help children
Community Building: Parents praise how children's home experiences become learning opportunities at the nursery
Programs and Resources: All children benefit from staff's attentive approach to their personal needs
Staff Training: Staff hold skilful conversations to help children keep themselves and others safe
Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff are caring and attentive towards children
Safeguarding Training: Staff attend regular safeguarding training and are aware of the signs of abuse
Play and Learning Integration: Children explore textures and learn during activities with colours and toys
Transition to Primary School: Children make secure progress in preparation for their next stages of learning and for school
Diversity Management: Children learn about people in their community and feel valued for who they are
Child Safety Management: Thorough recruitment procedures and risk assessments ensure child safety
Children's Safety and Security: Children are happy and settled
Teaching Personal Safety: Children attend forest school sessions to learn about personal safety
Happiness and Settling: Children are happy, settled, and show secure attachments with staff and peers
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Under the Willow opened in 2012 in a superb leafy setting, in the heart of a family neighbourhood in the Dulwich Herne Hill area.
In 2018 we made the exciting decision to become a Montessori nursery.
In 2018 we re-equipped the nursery with a wide range of Montessori materials to bring the very best educational experience to every child.
At Under the Willow, we have a happy team of qualified and experienced teachers and practitioners who focus on providing the best possible care and education, in a happy fun and nurturing environment.
We aim to make every day a joy for each child and when the time comes we help you to prepare your child for an easy and confident move to big school.
Our facilities and activities at Under the Willow are structured around the different needs of young children, toddlers and babies who will make lots of new friends and learn more about socialising through play and activities.
If you're a working parent with children under 12 (or under 17 for disabled children), you could be eligible for Tax Free Childcare - call us today for more information.
We have some places available for children receiving the two year old grant.
In 2018 we became a Montessori nursery, and our practice is now inspired by the educational philosophy of Dr Maria Montessori.
Through exciting project work and covering the Montessori Curriculum and the EYFS we allow every child to make exciting discoveries for themselves.
As Practitioners and Teachers we get to see childrens hearts and minds unfurling, awakening to the amazing world around us.
We know our role is a privileged one.
Public transport is close and easy to use, it is just a 10 minute walk to Herne Hill railway station for the City and the West End.
Brixton tube station is a short bus ride.
So no need to use a car and we can store your buggy for you to pick up later when you collect your child.
There is also a place for scooters and cycles.
Policies.
All our policies are available to our parents: hard copies are in our reception and our nursery office.
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In 2018 we made the exciting decision to become a Montessori nursery.
In 2018 we re-equipped the nursery with a wide range of Montessori materials to bring the very best educational experience to every child.
At Under the Willow, we have a happy team of qualified and experienced teachers and practitioners who focus on providing the best possible care and education, in a happy fun and nurturing environment.
We aim to make every day a joy for each child and when the time comes we help you to prepare your child for an easy and confident move to big school.
Our facilities and activities at Under the Willow are structured around the different needs of young children, toddlers and babies who will make lots of new friends and learn more about socialising through play and activities.
If you're a working parent with children under 12 (or under 17 for disabled children), you could be eligible for Tax Free Childcare - call us today for more information.
We have some places available for children receiving the two year old grant.
In 2018 we became a Montessori nursery, and our practice is now inspired by the educational philosophy of Dr Maria Montessori.
Through exciting project work and covering the Montessori Curriculum and the EYFS we allow every child to make exciting discoveries for themselves.
As Practitioners and Teachers we get to see childrens hearts and minds unfurling, awakening to the amazing world around us.
We know our role is a privileged one.
Public transport is close and easy to use, it is just a 10 minute walk to Herne Hill railway station for the City and the West End.
Brixton tube station is a short bus ride.
So no need to use a car and we can store your buggy for you to pick up later when you collect your child.
There is also a place for scooters and cycles.
Policies.
All our policies are available to our parents: hard copies are in our reception and our nursery office.
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 26th Jul 2024 - |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 25th Jul 2024 |
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