Call 0115 915 0195 to book a visit or for more information.
فتح باب التقديم للمدارس! الأطفال المولودون بين 01/09/2021 و31/08/2022 — قدّموا اليوم
اسکول داخلے کے لیے کھلے ہیں! وہ بچے جو 01/09/2021 – 31/08/2022 کے درمیان پیدا ہوئے ہیں، آج ہی اپنی درخواست دیں
“Every child deserves the best possible start in life and the support that enables them to fulfil their potential. Children develop quickly in the early years and a child’s experiences between birth and age five have a major impact on their future life chances. A secure, safe and happy childhood is important in its own right. Good parenting and high quality early learning together provide the foundation children need to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow up.” (DfE, 2021)
Within our Early Years Foundation Stage, we have places for children in our Nursery, also known as Foundation 1, and within our two Reception classes, also known as Foundation 2.
If you would like a place in our Early Years Foundation 1 class (Nursery) , you can apply direct to the school by ringing 0115 915 0195 or speak to a member of staff in the school office.
We admit children the day after their 3rd birthday, so if we have a place your child will be able to start straight away.
Take a virtual tour of our early years and nursery learning environment by clicking on the link below or call us on 0115 915 0195 to book a visit.
Starting nursery is a big step, for both children and parents. We are here to make the journey as easy and enjoyable as possible. From the moment you visit us, we aim to help your child feel happy, confident and ready to thrive.
Come and explore our nursery, meet our friendly, experienced team and see children learning and playing together. Your child can enjoy a range of activities in our vibrant, stimulating environment while you stay close by for reassurance. This gives you the chance to ask questions to ensure you have all the information needed to make your decision.
After your initial visit, we will arrange a one hour session to help your child settle confidently into nursery. As they grow more comfortable, we can gradually increase this to a full session, ensuring a calm transition into nursery.
Our Early Years Approach
Across both Nursery and Reception, we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework (September 2021), ensuring every child receives the highest quality early education and care. Our practice is guided by four key principles.
We believe wholeheartedly in the EYFS principles which underpin all aspects of our teaching, whether during focused adult-led learning or during child-led, free-flow play.
Our goal is to nurture confident, curious learners who feel secure, valued and excited to explore their world.
In both our direct teaching sessions and our child-led sessions, there are three areas that are “particularly important for building a foundation for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, forming relationships and thriving.” (DfE,2021)
The prime areas:
“Play underpins the EYFS. It also underpins learning and all aspects of children’s development. Through play, children develop language skills, their emotions and creativity, social and intellectual skills.” (Early Years Matters, 2022)
We must also support children in the four specific areas, through which the three prime areas are strengthened and applied.
The specific areas:
Daily teaching of Phonics, following the ‘Read, Write, Inc’ scheme is used, to ensure children reach the end of year Early Learning Goals as well as to foster and ignite the love of reading and writing. Daily maths sessions are also taught through our scheme of Number Sense.
We create inviting indoor and outdoor spaces that are fully resourced and planned to the highest standard. Each curriculum area is represented, from building, exploring nature, mark-making, problem solving or engaging in imaginative play.
Children are encouraged to choose the resources they need and follow their own interests. This empowers them to become confident, independent learners who take ownership of their play.
Our staff observe, support and often play alongside children, using gentle, thought-provoking questions and shared experiences to help children deepen their understanding and explore new ideas.
As children play and choose activities that interest them, they naturally apply and consolidate what they’ve learned in their direct teaching sessions. These early experiences create a strong foundation that continues to grow year after year.
To find out more about our curriculum, please click on the link below.
For any further information please contact Holly Elliott, the Foundation Stage Leader on 0115 915 0195.
