Radmoor Day Nursery & Annexe

Radmoor Nursery puts the well-being of our children at the forefront of everything we do.
We understand that providing a stimulating environment in which children have the space and time to explore their own interests is essential to producing happy and engaged learners.
The best way for children to do this is through playing they play to learn!
In line with the EYFS, in regards to observations, assessment and planning Radmoor Nursery follow a continuous provision curriculum.
Continuous Provision is the term we use to describe the opportunities within the room for play.
A well managed and implemented Continuous Provision provides children the opportunity to lead their own learning, based upon their own interests.
What to Expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage (formerly What to Expect When) guides parents through what to expect with their childs development.
It aligns with the new Development Matters to help practitioners engage with parents about their childs development.
Children participate in daily Heuristic Play sessions.
Heuristic play (use of everyday objects) provides the opportunity for children to be curious and explore and involves sensory exploration of everyday items.
Having open ended objects for play stimulates innovation, creativity and imagination.
Play to Learn Cross Curricular- all 7 Areas of learning.
Activities focus on childs interests and learning needs both Indoors and outside.
Key to this is the continuous provision- literacy / mathematics / role play / construction / sensory / physical play / expressive art and design / gardening areas.
Children also develop their understanding through science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Meal and snack times are family like / social occasions.
These activities support childrens self-regulation, independence and self-esteem as they take responsibility for their environment.
Early Literacy & Mathematics Lit, C&L, PSED, UTW, Ma, PD, EAD.
Children develop their speaking, listening and understanding throughout the day.
Practitioners take opportunities to reinforce phonic knowledge through activities e.g. going on a sound hunt / listening walk, letter hunts, give children lots of opportunities to practice their writing / mark making indoors and outside.
Opportunities provided to support mark making in all areas of play are provided.
Tools and vocabulary throughout the day provides for mathematics learning and development.
Yoga practice encourages a curiosity around the body and awareness of feelings.
Children access inviting cosy book / reading areas with cushions, rugs, throws, where they can engage in conversations and quiet reflections.
Songs and rhymes are a cornerstone of language development, positive interaction and early learning in childhood.
STEM Activities - Cross Curricular- all 7 areas of learning C&L, PSED, PD, Lit, Ma, UTW, EAD. Children take part in experiments, explorations and investigations including baking and cooking activities each week great for literacy and maths.
Loose parts play and tinkering tables provide opportunities for curiosity and exploration.
Everyday children access activities promoting upper body strength and physical exertion, they use climbing ropes, obstacle courses and balancing challenges.
Children plant, nurture and care for a wide range of plants, herbs and vegetables in the outdoor garden.
The children access the forest area developing risk taking skills.
C&L communication and language.