Our Nursery

Our nursery is located opposite the KS1 classrooms in a purpose-built building with a large, secure garden. We provide a warm, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow in confidence.

We have three classrooms, catering for up to 30 children per session:

• Acorn 1 and Acorn 2 for children aged 3–4 years

• Little Acorns for children aged 2–3 years

We welcome children from the term after their 2nd birthday.

Nursery Sessions

Children can attend one of the following sessions:

• Morning session: 8.30am – 11.30am

• Afternoon session: 12.30pm – 3.30pm

• Full day session: 8.30am – 3.30pm

Children attending a full-day session are required to bring a packed lunch, which will be eaten in their classroom with support from our midday assistants.

There is a £2 per day charge for lunchtime cover (voluntary contribution). This contribution is required to help cover staffing cost.

Online Learning Journals – Tapestry

At our nursery, we use an online learning journal called Tapestry to record children’s play, learning, and development. Tapestry is a secure and easy-to-use platform that supports strong communication between the nursery and parents.

Parents are sent an invitation to join Tapestry, after which the app can be easily downloaded onto a phone or tablet. Once set up, you will be able to view your child’s progress throughout their time in nursery.

Each week, staff upload observations to your child’s learning journal, often including photos or videos. Parents receive an email notification whenever a new observation is added. Parents are also encouraged to upload their own observations from home, including photos and videos, which helps us build a full picture of your child’s learning and achievements. This partnership allows us to celebrate progress both at home and at nursery.

At the end of your child’s time with us, their learning journal is printed and shared with you as a keepsake, and it can also be passed on to your child’s next setting.