We believe that mealtimes are a social occasion in which children learn to sit in small groups with an adult and share their food and together.
Our tasty meals are freshly prepared on the premises by our experienced cook to provide a healthy well balanced diet. We operate a 4 week seasonal rotating menu which is displayed on the nursery notice board. Introducing children to a variety of textures and flavours along with foods from different cultures widening their experiences of the world around them whilst enhancing their taste buds! We are happy to cater for specific allergy or dietary requirements that your child may have. For babies purees and formula milk is prepared on site, meals are adapted to suit baby’s individual stages of development, introducing a variety of tastes and textures.
Breakfast is served between 8am – 8.45am and consists of cereal, milk or fruit juice and toast. Lunch is served between 11.30am and 11.45am (depending on the age group) and consists of a hot two-course meal. Light afternoon high tea is served between 3.30pm –4.00pm (depending on the age group) and is either hot or cold.
The children are given water to drink with their meals and fruit is provided every day with one of the two meals. Milk is provided during the morning and afternoon for all children during snack time. Children play a large part in mealtimes. Children are encouraged to set the table for lunch. Children self- serve their own meals and socialise around the table together, manners are a big part of meal times and these are encouraged and role modelled by staff and are important skills required for life.
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We are regularly inspected by environmental health ensuring that we comply with all food hygiene rules and regulations. You can rest assured that a five-star food hygiene certificate backs every meal.
Meals
Outdoor Play
Our outside area is an extension of the nursery providing a stimulating environment, which reflects all seven areas of learning. In addition to sensory zone, sand, water and paints, we offer ride on toys to push and pedal, areas to dig, plant and explore as well as quiet areas to sit and chat or read.
All children have access to the garden each day, whatever the weather we provide waterproof suit for the children to wear when it rains. Children in ‘Great Oaks’ are able to free-flow into the garden throughout the nursery day, whilst babies have their own time to explore each day.
We also explore the local environment with trips to the garden centre, play park, supermarket, library to name but a few.
Great Oaks (2 years to 4 years)
Shortly after your child’s second birthday they make their transition to Great Oaks. We offer support, as each child becomes an independent learner our free-flow system supports children to make choice about what they do. We believe that children learn through play and gain the most value from activities, which relate to their current learning interests. By offering a child centred approach we ensure we offer the children activities, which are engaging, and this therefore provides the best opportunities to learn and develop.
Learning resources are utilised to ensure that all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage are explored. Children are encouraged to learn through developmentally appropriate planned, purposeful play with a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Activities are carefully planned to take into account the age, ability and aptitude of each individual child. Our named key person system enables us to ensure a planned curriculum tailored to meet the needs of each individual child. Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace providing firm foundations in preparation for the more formal environment of school.
The nursery comprises three main areas a quiet area, messy area and free play area for small and large group play. Our daily activities and free play cover all aspects of learning.
The children have free access all day to ICT facilities, construction, messy play and make believe to name but a few. All children have access to outdoor play on a daily basis whatever the weather (we provide waterproof suits if raining).
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Useful links
Useful links
Tapestry is our user friendly way to access your child’s learning and development. Accessed via the tapestry app that can be downloaded to your ipad/iphone/android device. Parents receive a notification when a new observation of their child is ready to view.
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Useful links
Tapestry is our user friendly way to access your child’s learning and development. Accessed via the tapestry app that can be downloaded to your ipad/iphone/android device. Parents receive a notification when a new observation of their child is ready to view.
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Useful links
Tapestry is our user friendly way to access your child’s learning and development. Accessed via the tapestry app that can be downloaded to your ipad/iphone/android device. Parents receive a notification when a new observation of their child is ready to view.
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Childcare Funding options
The UK government has expanded its funded childcare offer for working families in England. Following a phased rollout beginning in April 2024, eligible working parents can now access up to 30 hours of free childcare per week for children aged nine months up to school age. To check your eligibility and how to apply, visit the GOV.UK free childcare page here.
15 Hours Childcare
For ALL families in England, children aged 3-4 years.
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Children aged 3 to 4 in England are entitled to 15 hours of free childcare or early education each week (570 hours a year). This starts from the term after their third birthday, beginning on 1 January, 1 April or 1 September.
15 Hours Childcare
For families in England, receiving some additional forms of government support. For children aged 2 years.
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Families in England who receive certain government support may be eligible for 15 hours of free early education per week for children aged 2. This starts from 1 January, 1 April or 1 September after your child’s second birthday. Eligibility criteria apply, so check GOV.UK under 'learn more' for full details.
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Tax-free Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare for working families
Tax-Free Childcare is available to working families in the UK, including those who are self-employed. To qualify, each parent must earn under £100,000 per year and at least £167 per week on average (equivalent to 16 hours at minimum wage), and not be receiving Tax Credits, Universal Credit, or childcare vouchers. It applies to children aged 0-11 (or up to 16 if disabled). For every £8 you pay into your childcare account, the government adds £2, up to £2,000 per child each year.
Universal Credit for Childcare
Universal Credit childcare support
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Working families across the UK who claim Universal Credit can get help with childcare costs for children under 17. Up to 85% of eligible childcare costs can be covered, with a maximum of £951 per month for one child or £1,630 for two or more. You cannot claim this support at the same time as Tax-Free Childcare or tax credits. The childcare element is paid until the end of August after your child turns 16.
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