Nursery 2024 - 2025

Nursery at All Saints Primary School is formed of two classes, Nursery A and Nursery S for children aged 3 and 4. Our children learn through play in a nurturing and loving environment. We have two extensive outdoor areas full of learning resources for your children to play and explore.  

Nursery Times

Children are entitled to 15 hours per week which we provide over 2 ½ days. They will attend one of the two Nursery classes, Nursery A or Nursery S.

The times for the two classes are the following:

Nursery A

Mondays 8:40am – 2:55pm

Tuesdays 8:40am – 2:55pm

Wednesdays 8:40am – 11:10am
 

Nursery S

Wednesdays 12.25pm – 2.55pm

Thursday 8:40am – 2:55pm

Friday 8:40am – 2:55pm

  Nursery uniform

- Plain black jogging bottoms

- White polo shirt

- Plain red sweatshirt

- Black trainers with black soles and velcro on

(no white soles, no laces, no logos and no flashing lights)

Summer Uniform

- Black shorts

 - White polo shirt

- Plain red sweatshirt

- Black trainers with black soles and velcro

(no white soles, no laces, no logos, no flashing lights and no sandals please)

Our Curriculum

Children in the EYFS learn skills, acquire new knowledge and demonstrate their understanding through 7 areas of learning and development. These areas are organised into two areas: prime and specific.

The 3 prime areas are:

• Communication and language; developing children’s listening and attention, understanding and speaking skills.
• Physical development; developing gross and fine motor skills and helping children become confident early writers.
• Personal, social and emotional development: fostering children’s confidence, independence and social skills with peers and adults.

As children grow and move through the EYFS, the prime areas will help them to develop skills in 4 specific areas. These are:

• Literacy: reading and writing. Phonics is taught daily in the EYFS, following the Read Write Inc Programme and children have regular opportunities to listen to stories and read one: one with an adult. Parents are encouraged to share a story from our Lending Library at home.
• Mathematics; number and shape, space and measure. Children enjoy taking part in hands-on, practical activities which prepare them for the next stage in their learning.
• Understanding the world; people and communities, the world and technology. Children learn tolerance and respect for others and start to develop their understanding of the differences and similarities between themselves and others. Children acquire simple skills in using technology.
• Expressive arts and design; exploring and using media and materials and being imaginative. Children take part in a range of art activities and enjoy making models and representing their experiences through a variety of different media. Children enjoy role play and music and movement opportunities.

These 7 areas are used to plan children’s teaching and learning and activities. The EYFS staff make careful observations of children’s learning which are recorded on an interactive learning diary called Tapestry. Parents are also encouraged to contribute to this to build a picture of what children know and can do. We use this information to support your child to make sure that the activities are suited to your child’s unique needs.

Our EYFS vision

The Early Years Foundation Stage is a very exciting time for both parents and children. All Saints our children are given the very best start to their education by being provided with rich opportunities and experiences.  Our curriculum follows the framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. We deliver this through a mixture of structured, unstructured activities, both adult led, and child initiated. We adopt a play-based approach; ensuring play is planned for and purposeful to the children’s development.  The curriculum is organised in a way, which meets each child's individual needs, interests and fascinations, often resulting in staff planning 'in the moment' rather than through a 'one size fits all' plan.

Throughout the year, the children will have fun, make friends, learn and develop at a pace matched to each child's stage of development. We work hard to foster positive relationships with parents and value just how important these partnerships are.  Right from the start, we endeavour to ensure that caring, nurturing and warm relationships are developed between all members of staff and the children in our care.  We promote calm, positive interactions with all children in order to enable them to grow in confidence and independence.

We encourage children to take risks, be curious and explore.  We want them to become resilient individuals who are able to problem solve and persevere with tasks even when they find them a challenge.  By doing this, we can be assured that each child will be equipped with the skills to be a life-long, independent and effective learner.

What can you do to support your child’s development?

Children learn a great deal from their parents and teachers. Home and school are the two most powerful influences on your child and they should be seen to be always working together.

• Support your child’s independence by encouraging them to toilet and feed by themselves

• Share stories at home daily

• Attend parental workshops and school events throughout the year

• Tapestry is updated regularly with learning resources, photos and messages so please check in regularly

• Please ensure if your contact details change, you let the school office know as soon as possible