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Nursery Care

A Nurturing Place to Learn, Grow and Shine

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Our Approach

Care Built Around Your Child

We believe children flourish when they feel a true sense of belonging. Our experienced team takes the time to build genuine relationships with every child, helping them feel safe, valued and confident as they begin their early learning journey.

Our approach is shaped by research-informed practice, helping us build strong foundations for each child’s learning and development.

Our pedagogy is rooted in secure relationships, purposeful play and the belief that every child is a capable and curious learner. By following children’s interests and responding to their individual needs, we create meaningful experiences that encourage them to explore, communicate and grow in confidence.

Our Rooms

Care for Every Stage

Each of our rooms provides a safe, nurturing environment shaped around your child’s age, interests and development.

A child enjoying an activity in the Baby Room Baby Room A gentle beginning Discover more Baby Room A Gentle Beginning Warm, gentle and responsive care in a calm environment where your baby’s home routines are respected. Through sensory play, movement and close, purposeful interaction, we support secure relationships and those first important discoveries. Select again to return
A child and nursery practitioner enjoying time together Toddler Room Confidence through discovery Discover more Toddler Room Confidence Through Discovery Your toddler will be supported to explore, communicate and become a more confident learner. Through purposeful play and encouraging relationships, children are given the freedom to investigate their surroundings and develop their growing independence. Select again to return
Children celebrating their time in the Pre-School Room Pre-School Room Ready for what comes next Discover more Pre-School Room Ready for What Comes Next Children deepen their thinking through purposeful conversation and play, building a lifelong love of learning—not simply preparing for school. We support their confidence, independence and curiosity as they get ready for their next adventure. Select again to return
Our Curriculum

The Five Planets of Learning

Our Five Planets of Learning help children develop the confidence, curiosity and skills they need to thrive. Each planet represents an important part of their learning journey and guides the meaningful experiences we create every day.

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Planet of Curiosity

Wondering, investigating and discovering.

Children are encouraged to ask questions, test their ideas and follow their interests as they make sense of the world around them.

Planet of Communication character holding a megaphone

Planet of Communication

Finding a voice and connecting with others.

Through conversation, stories, gestures and play, children develop the confidence to express themselves, listen and build relationships.

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Planet of Belonging

Feeling safe, included and valued.

Secure relationships and a genuine sense of belonging help every child feel confident, understood and ready to learn.

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Planet of Independence

Building confidence and doing more for themselves.

Children are supported to make choices, solve problems and take an active role in their routines, learning and self-care.

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Planet of Horizons

Experiencing new people, places and possibilities.

New experiences help children discover their community, appreciate different ways of life and imagine what might be possible.

Our Daily Rhythm

Why Routines Matter

Young children feel most confident when their day has a familiar rhythm. Predictable routines help them understand what comes next, move calmly between moments and take an active role in their day.

Safe & Settled

Familiar routines create security and help children feel that they belong, especially during arrivals, mealtimes, rest and home time.

Confident & Independent

Knowing what happens next allows children to join in, make choices and gradually do more for themselves with confidence.

Ready to Learn

Calm, consistent transitions reduce uncertainty and leave more time and energy for play, connection, exploration and learning.

Predictable, never rigid.

We follow a familiar flow while remaining responsive to each child’s interests, home routines, energy levels and individual needs.

Starting Together

A Gentle Settling-In Process

Starting nursery is a big step for children and their families. We take the time to build trust, understand your child and help them become familiar with nursery at a pace that feels right for them.

Before they start

Getting to Know Your Child

We listen to you and learn about your child’s home routines, interests, communication, comfort objects and the little things that help them feel secure.

Becoming familiar

Gentle Settling Visits

Short visits give your child time to explore their room, meet our team and become comfortable with the sights, sounds and rhythm of their new environment.

A reassuring relationship

A Familiar Key Person

Your child’s key person becomes a familiar presence who understands their individual cues and helps them feel safe, valued and ready to explore.

Working together

Keeping in Close Contact

We keep you updated, listen to how your child is responding and adjust the process whenever needed. Your knowledge of your child remains central throughout.

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Every child settles in their own way
Parent Resources

Useful Information

Helpful information to keep you connected, informed and supported.

The Famly nursery app

Stay in Contact

Stay connected with your child’s day through the Famly app.

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Information about childcare fees and funded hours

Managing Fees & Funding

You could be eligible for 15 or 30 hours of funded childcare.

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