Staffing 

We have a dedicated team of staff ensuring each child receives a high quality of care in a safe and secure environment.  Our recruitment procedure ensures all our staff are vetted, using a CRB checks, and references are taken up.  Staff also receive regular training, including Child Protection, First Aid and Health & Safety.  A large proportion of staff hold the NNEB or NVQ 2/3 whilst other staff are working towards these qualifications. 

Parent Involvement 

At Nurture we are very aware that we look after your child.  Therefore the nursery operates an open door policy.  You are always welcome to pop in and see us, whether you are interested to see what your child does when is with us, or whether have a few minutes to spare and want to say hello.  We welcome feedback from parents, and will always endeavour to react to your suggestions.  We produce a regular newsletter to keep you up to date with what is going on.  Notice boards are displayed around the nursery and are there for your information.  Please ask the staff if there is anything you need to know that is not evident.

Food 

Wherever possible we use local produce.  Fresh fruit and locally produced vegetables are used daily.  If your child has special dietary requirements, particularly any food allergies or intolerance, please let use know so we can accommodate them.

We start the day with Breakfast; a range of cereals are offered with toast for children who are at the nursery before 8.30am.

Snacks are provided mid-morning and mid-afternoon, and are usually fresh fruit.

A home cooked 2-course lunch is provided for all children who attend a full day or a morning session.  Also if requested a high-tea will be served for full day of afternoon children at approx 4.30pm. A 4-week example menu is included within our brochure.   

Children under 1 years old 

Children under 6 months will be offered a weaning diet, dependent on the parents/carers wishes.  At 6 months, we will introduce the babies to our delicious nursery menu.  Staff, taking into account the input or parents/carers, decides what is suitable for the individual babies.  We offer a variety of baby breakfast cereals for those babies who are early birds!

Drinks 

Children over 1 year old

Milk is provided with afternoon snack, water or fresh juice is provided at breakfast, morning snack and lunch unless parents/carers instruct otherwise.  Children over 2 years will have their own water bottle in the room so that if they do become thirsty whilst playing they are able to help themselves to a drink. 

Children under 1 year old
We request that you provide formula milk of your choice whilst at the nursery, brought in daily in labelled and dated bottles.  Tape will be provided if needed at the reception.  We have a separate milk fridge in for baby room where the milk will be stored.  We provide cool boiled water with lunch.  When your child has turned 1, with the parents/carer’s consent we will introduce cows milk.

Sign language

At Nurture we believe it is important for all children to be able to communicate with other children and adults a like.  Our staff here are dedicated to promoting the use of signing and we regularly attend local sign classes to be able to pass on our knowledge to the children and parents alike.

Special Needs

Any child with special needs will be given the support, resources and equipment require, with the same opportunities as all the nursery children.  Staff will receive training in this area, and there will be at least one member of staff with special interest and experience who monitors our awareness and training needs.

Outings

Outings form a regular part of nursery activities.  Whether it is a trip to the park, the local gardens, library, or other arranged trips for special events.

Child induction

Introducing you child to the nursery is vital before enrolment in the nursery.  We will work closely with you to arrange convenient times for your child to come for settling in visits.  You and your child are welcome to take as long as you like to settle in.  Please ask if you have any concerns and remember that we are here to support both parent and child.

OFSTED Registered

We are registered with OFSTED for up to 24 children aged 0-5 years. 

Prices

We have various sessions available through out the day, please call to discuss options and prices available. 

Nursery Education Funding

This is available for your child in the term following their 3^rd birthday, please call for details.