Early Years Unit Information

Our class is one big happy family, where everyone simply enjoys the learning adventures we make each day. There is simply too much to tell you about, so we decided to give you a few key facts, plus lots of pictures that best show what we get up too at St Mary’s.”

School Councillors (plus little help from Mrs Oliver)


Seedlings @ St Mary's

Key Facts

  • 12 children
  • 3 staff
  • Children can start the week after their 2nd birthday, no need to wait to the start of next term.
  • Access to 15 hour free child care for qualifying parents from April 2024 and 30 hours feee child care for qualifying parents from September 2024.
  • Child centered learning, where the curriculum is led by the needs and strengths of the children.
  • Specialist dedicated 2 year old provision, with access to bespoke, play, sensory and craft areas.
  • Access to a bespoke outdoor learning environment,designed to support play and social skil development.
  • Visits available at anytime to experience what we have to offer in our Nursery setting.

Nursery

Key Facts

  • 15-30 children
  • 3 staff
  • Children can start the week after their 3rd birthday, no need to wait to the start of next term.
  • Access to 30 hour full-time provision, for all  families who qualify for Government’s 30 hour entitlement.
  • Child centered learning, where the curriculum is led by the needs and strengths of the children.
  • Outdoor play experiences at the heart of the Nursery offer.
  • Visits available at anytime to experience what we have to offer in our Nursery setting.

Reception

Key Facts

  • 15 children
  • 3 staff
  • Access to extensive outdoor area to encourage learning through exploration.
  • Dedicated literacy, numeracy, science and creative learning areas.
  • Depth of learning opportunities through diamond challenge learning.
  • Extended school provision available for all children free of charge.