Our values of integrity, equality, respect and happiness is reflected in our vision.
We offer an experience through which children can realise their individual potential in a safe, caring, stimulating environment which meets their individual need.
Our Day
Welcome Time
Doors open at 9:00am. After children sign in, children will start Welcome Time at 9:30am. They will join their key worker’s group for our welcome song and registration. The Golden Rules are talked about and they discuss the day ahead. Welcome Time takes a similar theme for our afternoon children with the session beginning at 12:00pm.
Active play in Hall 1
This forms the main part of the children’s nursery day. There are a variety of well planned and balanced activities on offer to provide a stimulating experience and promote learning across the curriculum. Staff interact with individuals and small groups to support and enhance the children’s learning experiences.
Snack Time
This is a free flow snack which children can access between 10am and 11am. As part of our healthy eating plans and following nutritional guidance, snack time comprises of either milk or water and a selection of fruit followed by toast, crackers or oatcakes. Special dietary requirements are accommodated. Water is always available for all children.
Active play in Hall 2
There will often be an adult led activity in the smaller hall, especially on days where the Scottish weather makes garden play just impossible. This type of activity will involve the nursery staff planning, organising and leading and activity that will allow children to use their gross motor skills – moving around and using up energy. Adult lead activities allow children to develop their language through adult interaction and learn new skills and concepts .
Lunch Time
A rolling lunch is served in the playroom each day at 12.30pm. This is a convivial time with children sitting and talking with their peers and staff as they enjoy their choice of lunch.
We follow the nutritional guidelines set out by the Scottish Government in Food Matters and Setting the Table. Menus are sent out in advance to parents and children choose what they want to eat when they arrive in nursery each morning.
We’re always looking for new ideas, so send us your family favourites and we’ll see if we can incorporate them into our menu.
Tooth Brushing Time
We participate in a tooth brushing programme. The nursery will provide each child with toothpaste and a toothbrush labelled with their name.
Group and Song Time
There are lots of opportunities throughout the day for children to sing, dance or listen to a story.
Garden & Outdoors Activity
Children have access to the garden every day. Unless the weather is just too awful!
We also run an Outward Bound initiative to the local park which all children will have the chance to take part in. It’s essential that when it’s your child’s turn that they arrive in the nursery dressed for the weather. It can be muddy at the park, so wellies are essential! We go out in all weather except for high winds or lightning.