Nursery
We are very fortunate to have a high quality F1 (nursery) within the Foundation Stage building at Appleton.
We take children from the term after their third birthday – September, January and Easter and can offer free 15 hour and 30 hour* places. There is also the option to pay for extra sessions if there are spaces available.
We are a teacher led nursery and also have experienced level 3 support staff to ensure a high quality of education and care for all of our children. The well being of our children and their families is a high priority in Appleton Foundation Stage and we work closely with all members of the community to give a broad experience that is accessible to all. We have well established links to the Children’s Centres, Health Visiting, Private Nurseries and Speech and Language Services amongst others to support the children’s development.
We love to take the interests of the children and extend these to ensure the children are motivated as they learn, using both the indoor and outdoor space throughout the day. We do have a focus on Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Communication and Language and Physical Development and embed these as we look at other areas of learning. We celebrate the experiences of the children, encourage exploration and play to lead learning as well as give the opportunity to be guided by the adults. Extending vocabulary, practicing and repeating skills are all key elements of the work within the Foundation Stage and we love to share the children’s successes through the online Tapestry App as well as through regular open sessions and workshops.
The learning environment is bright, open and inviting, with high quality and regularly enhanced equipment. We have access to a large outdoor garden, wild space and planting courtyard within the Foundation area. These spaces alongside the indoor classroom are used to develop imagination, problem solving, exploration and creativity as well as important physical and academic skills to nurture well rounded, happy children.
*Subject to eligibility
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