At Nursery, children take part in a range of engaging and exciting learning experiences that support them to develop the knowledge, skills, independence and resilience they need to thrive. Through our ambitious curriculum, children explore, investigate, create and problem-solve both indoors and outdoors. They develop their communication, language, early reading, writing and mathematical understanding through play, adult-led learning and meaningful interactions. Throughout the day, children are encouraged to be respectful and confident learners, make choices, take responsibility and develop increasing independence. We provide a nurturing environment where every child is supported to achieve their potential, build positive relationships and develop a lifelong love of learning.

All learning in Nursery is carefully planned around our topic and book of the week, helping children make meaningful connections across different areas of the curriculum. At the start of each half term, children take part in an exciting 'wow' experience designed to spark curiosity, capture their imagination, and ignite a love of learning. These memorable experiences provide a purposeful starting point for future learning, helping children develop new knowledge, skills, language, and understanding through engaging and meaningful activities across all areas of the Early Years Foundation curriculum.

Communication and Language

Children develop their speaking, listening and understanding skills through stories, discussions, songs, rhymes and meaningful conversations with adults and their peers.

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Children learn to build positive relationships, manage their feelings, develop resilience, show respect for others and grow in confidence and independence.

Physical Development

Children strengthen their gross and fine motor skills through outdoor play, climbing, balancing, mark-making, construction activities and daily physical challenges.

Literacy

Children develop a love of reading through stories, rhymes and book-sharing, while beginning to build the foundations for reading and writing through meaningful and engaging experiences.

Mathematics

Children explore number, pattern, shape, measure and problem-solving through practical learning, games and everyday experiences.

Understanding the World

Children investigate the world around them, learning about people, places, nature, cultures and communities through exploration and first-hand experiences.

Expressive Arts and Design

Children use their imagination and creativity through art, music, dance, role play and construction, expressing their ideas in a variety of ways.

Please see the Peach Tree Class curriculum overview for further details of learning in each area for this half termly clicking here.