Environment

We pride ourselves on our welcoming home from home atmosphere, where the children can play and learn in a safe and nurturing environment. We work hard to maintain a fun and accessible environment that stimulates the growth of our children through play. We welcome families from all cultural and religious backgrounds, and believe that our children’s families are their first educators, building strong family relationships are firmly embedded in our ethos.

We believe it is important that the children have access to natural materials and “loose parts” to enhance their experiences with us. Encouraging children to use these resources as they choose can provide a wider range of opportunities than one that is purely adult led. Children playing with loose parts are using more creativity and imagination and developing more skill and competence than they would be playing with most modern plastic toys.

Children have regular access to our outdoor space throughout the day in all weathers, with designated times for outdoor play. This approach reflects the needs of our two-floor setting and ensures that all children can enjoy the outdoor environment safely and purposefully.

Our extensive outdoor area continues to provide rich, multi-sensory experiences, supporting children’s exploration, creativity, and physical development. Children are encouraged to make choices within the daily routine, and we carefully plan outdoor sessions to ensure they can fully engage with the resources and opportunities available, supporting continuity in their play and learning.

We are very fortunate to have access to the park on Spring Acres and another in great Easthall and we make regular use of these areas as well as exploring our local community.