đ± Our Learning Philosophy
At Toddlersâ University, we embrace a play-based learning approach, recognising that young children learn best through exploration and hands-on experiences. Our curriculum is designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning, ensuring each child develops holistically in a nurturing environment.
đ Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which sets the standards for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to five years old. The EYFS is structured around seven key areas of learning and development, each contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
đ§ Areas of Learning
1. Personal, Social, and Emotional Development
Building Self-Confidence: Encouraging children to develop a positive sense of themselves and others.
Forming Relationships: Supporting the development of respectful relationships and social skills.
Emotional Understanding: Helping children manage their feelings and understand appropriate behaviour in groups.
2. Communication and Language
Language Skills: Providing opportunities for children to experience a rich language environment.
Expressive Abilities: Developing confidence and skills in expressing themselves.
Listening and Understanding: Encouraging speaking and listening in a range of situations.
3. Physical Development
Active Play: Offering opportunities for children to be active and interactive.
Coordination and Control: Developing physical coordination, control, and movement.
Healthy Choices: Teaching the importance of physical activity and making healthy food choices.
4. Literacy
Reading and Writing: Encouraging children to link sounds and letters and to begin to read and write.
Access to Books: Providing a wide range of reading materials to ignite interest in literature.
5. Mathematics
Numeracy Skills: Developing counting skills and understanding numbers.
Numeracy Skills: Developing counting skills and understanding numbers.
Shape and Space: Describing shapes, spaces, and measures.
6. Understanding the World
Exploration: Guiding children to make sense of their physical world and community.
Observation: Providing opportunities to explore, observe, and find out about people, places, technology, and the environment.
7. Expressive Arts and Design
Creative Expression: Enabling children to explore and play with a wide range of media and materials.
Imagination: Encouraging sharing of thoughts, ideas, and feelings through art, music, movement, dance, role-play, and design.
đ Tracking Progress and Involving Parents
Within a few weeks of starting at nursery, we assess your childâs current levels through observations and information provided by you during enrolment. This helps us plan the next steps for your childâs development effectively.
We maintain comprehensive records and regularly monitor your childâs progress. Parents are kept informed through:
Regular Updates: Including parentsâ meetings and termly assessments.
Developmental Reports: Providing insights into your childâs achievements and areas for growth.
We encourage parents to take an active role in extending their childâs learning at home. Your childâs key worker will share the next steps and suggest ways to reinforce learning outside the nursery setting.
đ€ Building Positive Relationships
Our staff are friendly, approachable, and dedicated to building positive relationships with each child. This approach helps develop self-esteem and social skills, enabling children to interact confidently within the wider community.
We respect each childâs individuality and provide opportunities for them to express their ideas, feelings, and understanding of right and wrong. Our staff set consistent boundaries, considering each child’s developmental stage, and encourage respect for others and their feelings.
đ Why Choose Toddlersâ University?
Tailored Learning: We value each childâs knowledge, experience, and skills, using these as a foundation to build upon.
Inclusive Environment: Our curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of all children.
Engaging Activities: We offer a variety of activities that stimulate curiosity and promote learning through play.
Partnership with parents: Information booklets providing detailed information for each room and parent notice boards.
For more information on the Early Years Foundation Stage, visit Foundation Years. To learn how our curriculum is delivered in each room, please speak to our staff or refer to the information booklet on each roomâs notice board.