Curriculum Overview
A gentle, play-filled start to learning
Warm, homely rooms and outdoor play help little ones grow in confidence and curiosity. Arrange a visit.
Play-Based Early Learning
We nurture curiosity and confidence through play, strong relationships, and language-rich activities that prepare children for their next steps. Please get in touch to arrange a friendly tour and see our setting in person.
Learning through play
Learning through play is a child-centred approach where children discover, explore and make sense of the world around them through fun, hands-on activities that build confidence, creativity and key early skills.
Child-led discovery
Children follow their own interests, exploring and learning at their own pace with gentle guidance from our practitioners.
Nurturing the whole child
We support every aspect of a child’s development - emotional, social, physical and cognitive - in a caring, secure environment.
Outdoor learning
Our outdoor spaces are used daily for safe, supervised exploration that strengthens physical skills, resilience and curiosity. Outdoor play is woven into the day to make learning active and memorable.
A calm, predictable rhythm
What a curriculum day looks like
Our days follow a calm, predictable rhythm of playful learning—cosy book corners, hands-on sensory play, and unhurried routines that let children explore at their own pace. Please come visit to see how our warm, responsive approach helps every child thrive.
- A gentle welcome and free play as children arrive.
- Small-group carpet time with songs, stories or simple games.
- Indoor and outdoor continuous provision with child-led activities.
- Unhurried mealtimes that encourage conversation and independence.
- Quiet rest or sleep, with cosy spaces for children who do not nap.
- End-of-day stories and calm activities to support a smooth transition home.
Curriculum questions parents often ask
Can I visit before deciding?
Yes - we warmly welcome visits. Call or email to arrange a short tour so you can meet staff, see the setting and ask any questions.
How do I check availability and enrol?
Contact us with your child’s age and preferred start date. We’ll confirm availability, explain fees, and reserve a place once paperwork and deposit are completed.
How do you keep children safe?
We follow safeguarding policies, maintain appropriate staff ratios, perform regular risk checks and ensure all staff are DBS-checked and first-aid trained.
Have other questions?
If we haven’t covered everything, please get in touch - we’d be delighted to arrange a visit or answer your questions.
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