Early Years Unit

Welcome to the Early Years Unit

Mr Nicholls, Miss Mansell, Miss Williams and Miss Everard

Welcome to Our Wonderful Early Years Unit 

Welcome to the exciting world of Early Years, where every day is filled with opportunities to play, learn, discover, and grow. Through a carefully balanced combination of child-initiated and adult-led learning experiences, your child will flourish throughout the year, developing the skills, confidence and independence needed to be fully prepared for the exciting challenges of Year One. 

We are incredibly proud of our wonderful new Early Years Unit, where Nursery and Reception children have the opportunity to learn and play alongside one another within our shared provision. This unique environment creates a rich and nurturing space where children can build relationships, learn from each other, and develop important social skills through collaborative play. While the children enjoy shared access to our exciting continuous provision, Nursery and Reception each have their own dedicated classrooms where age-appropriate teaching and focused learning take place. 

Throughout the Early Years Unit, children will develop fantastic social skills, grow in confidence, and become increasingly independent as they learn alongside their peers. They will strengthen their communication and language skills, learn to express themselves clearly, listen carefully to others, and engage in meaningful conversations and play. 

Children will learn how to stay safe, healthy and happy, developing an understanding of how their choices can positively impact their wellbeing. They will be encouraged to take increasing responsibility for themselves and become confident, capable learners. 

Reading, writing, and mathematics play a central role in our curriculum. We foster a genuine love of books and storytelling, helping children become enthusiastic and confident readers. Through engaging and practical learning opportunities, children develop strong foundations in literacy and numeracy that will support them throughout their education. 

Our children are given countless opportunities to explore and make sense of the amazing world around them. They learn about people, communities, plants, animals, and how things change over time. Their natural curiosity is nurtured through investigation, exploration, and hands-on experiences that inspire a love of learning. 

Creativity is celebrated every day. Whether through art, music, role play, construction, storytelling, or imaginative play, children are encouraged to express themselves, share their ideas, and let their imaginations soar. 

The Early Years Unit is filled with a happy, enthusiastic buzz from the moment the children arrive. It is a place where laughter, curiosity, and excitement can be seen in every corner. Children love taking part in engaging, stimulating activities and are supported to become confident, resilient, and enthusiastic learners. 

Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. Children learn and grow together; staff and children work in partnership, and we place enormous value on the support we receive from parents and carers. You are your child's first and most important educator, and by working together we can provide the very best start to their school journey. 

Together, we can encourage every child to aim high, believe in themselves and reach for the stars.