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ABOUT OUR NURSERY

In Moneymore Nursery Unit, we wish to provide a STARTING NURSERY
safe, caring and happy environment, in which chil-
dren can flourish and develop to the best of their This is a special time for you and your child. You
ability. Each child is valued and special and the know your child best and our phased settling in
team will support your child in his / her learning period will ensure that your child settles into
journey with enthusiasm and sensitivity. nursery life at their own pace.
The nursery offers learning for children aged
between three and four years and has full time THE NURSERY DAY
provision for 26 children in their pre-school year.
The team consists of a qualified nursery teacher 8.45 - 9.00am Flexible Drop-off
and a nursery assistant. Additional assistance may be
provided for children with special educational needs. 9.00 - 9.20am Together Time
9.20 - 10.30am Indoor Play and Social Snack
The team is committed to self-evaluation and seek 10.30 - 10.50am Group Activity / Story Time
to promote high standards of learning, keeping
abreast of educational developments and DENI 10.50 - 11.50am Outdoor Play
curriculum guidance. 11.50 - 12.00 noon Toilet Time
12.00 - 12.40pm Dinnertime
12.40 - 1.00pm Music and Movement
ETHOS AND VISION 1.00 - 1.10pm Goodbyes
FOR OUR CHILDREN 1.10pm Hometime

To develop creative and enquiring minds with a
love for learning.
To encourage independence and promote skills
and attitudes that will enable the child to work
and play in a fast-changing world.

To promote a sense of community and sensitivity
towards others.
To create a sense of wonder, imagination and
understanding about our world.
To develop confidence when approaching new
experiences.
To know that adults can be trusted and will
respond to their needs.
To know that parents and teachers will work
together in the learning process.
STAFF INVOLVEMENT
To encourage physical activity and a healthy
lifestyle. Supporting and extending play.
Encourage active learning.
Engaging in language rich interactions.
Nurturing and supporting individual needs
and strengths.
Responding to questions, comments and ideas.
Observing and making suggestions.
Enhancing provision based on the children’s
interests, needs and abilities.
Careful observation and documenting of learning.
Promote planned and child-led play experiences.