| Our Ethos At Little starlings, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, discovery and plenty of opportunities to play. We provide a warm, nurturing home-from-home where every child is valued as an individual and supported to grow in confidence at their own pace. |
| π‘ A Home from Home β A warm, nurturing and welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure and comfortable being themselves. π³ Nature at the Heart of Childhood β Children have regular opportunities to explore the outdoors, investigate, take appropriate risks and build confidence through our Forest School approach. π Freedom to Explore β Children are given the freedom to choose where and how they play and learn, with environments that respond to their interests, needs and development. π± Every Child, Every Journey β No two children are the same. We recognise and celebrate every childβs individual personality, background, interests, abilities and experiences. β€οΈ Working Together with Families β We value genuine partnerships with parents and carers, keeping communication open and working together to support every childβs unique journey. |
| Our Curriculum Our curriculum supports the whole child, with a strong focus on communication and language, personal, social and emotional development, healthy lifestyles and the skills children need for their future. Our practitioners get to know every child really well, building on their interests, strengths and individual journey to create meaningful learning experiences both indoors and outdoors. |
| πΏ Unique Child β We get to know every child really well, celebrating their interests, strengths and individual learning journey. βοΈ Enabling Environments β Our indoor and outdoor environments are carefully planned to be calm, welcoming and free-flowing, encouraging curiosity, independence and discovery. π³ Outdoor Learning β Nature is at the heart of our curriculum. Children have regular opportunities to explore, investigate, take appropriate risks and develop a lifelong love of the outdoors. π Learning Through Play β Children learn best when they are happy, engaged and having fun. Through play, they develop key skills, build on their interests and make sense of the world around them. π¬ Communication & Language β We create a language-rich environment through everyday conversations, stories, songs and real-life experiences. π Personal, Social & Emotional Development β We support children to build confidence, develop friendships, manage their feelings and become independent and resilient learners. π± Healthy Lifestyles β We promote healthy eating, regular outdoor play, active lifestyles and good hygiene routines, supporting children to make positive choices. β Preparing for the Future β We help children develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need for their next stage in learning and for life beyond nursery. |
| Part of the S&D Childcare Family - Cuddles and Care Little Starlings is proudly part of S&D Childcare Ltd, a family of six nurseries across Somerset. Being part of the wider S&D Childcare family gives Little Starlings access to shared knowledge, experience and support across our nurseries, while still retaining its own individual character, nurturing home-from-home environment and strong community feel. Across all six of our nurseries, we share one important aim: to provide children with a safe, happy and inspiring place where they can learn, play, explore and flourish. |
| Our Ethos At Little starlings, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, discovery and plenty of opportunities to play. We provide a warm, nurturing home-from-home where every child is valued as an individual and supported to grow in confidence at their own pace. |
| π‘ A Home from Home β A warm, nurturing and welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure and comfortable being themselves. π³ Nature at the Heart of Childhood β Children have regular opportunities to explore the outdoors, investigate, take appropriate risks and build confidence through our Forest School approach. π Freedom to Explore β Children are given the freedom to choose where and how they play and learn, with environments that respond to their interests, needs and development. π± Every Child, Every Journey β No two children are the same. We recognise and celebrate every childβs individual personality, background, interests, abilities and experiences. β€οΈ Working Together with Families β We value genuine partnerships with parents and carers, keeping communication open and working together to support every childβs unique journey. |
| Our Curriculum Our curriculum supports the whole child, with a strong focus on communication and language, personal, social and emotional development, healthy lifestyles and the skills children need for their future. Our practitioners get to know every child really well, building on their interests, strengths and individual journey to create meaningful learning experiences both indoors and outdoors. |
| πΏ Unique Child β We get to know every child really well, celebrating their interests, strengths and individual learning journey. βοΈ Enabling Environments β Our indoor and outdoor environments are carefully planned to be calm, welcoming and free-flowing, encouraging curiosity, independence and discovery. π³ Outdoor Learning β Nature is at the heart of our curriculum. Children have regular opportunities to explore, investigate, take appropriate risks and develop a lifelong love of the outdoors. π Learning Through Play β Children learn best when they are happy, engaged and having fun. Through play, they develop key skills, build on their interests and make sense of the world around them. π¬ Communication & Language β We create a language-rich environment through everyday conversations, stories, songs and real-life experiences. π Personal, Social & Emotional Development β We support children to build confidence, develop friendships, manage their feelings and become independent and resilient learners. π± Healthy Lifestyles β We promote healthy eating, regular outdoor play, active lifestyles and good hygiene routines, supporting children to make positive choices. β Preparing for the Future β We help children develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need for their next stage in learning and for life beyond nursery. |
| Part of the S&D Childcare Family - Cuddles and Care Little Starlings is proudly part of S&D Childcare Ltd, a family of six nurseries across Somerset. Being part of the wider S&D Childcare family gives Little Starlings access to shared knowledge, experience and support across our nurseries, while still retaining its own individual character, nurturing home-from-home environment and strong community feel. Across all six of our nurseries, we share one important aim: to provide children with a safe, happy and inspiring place where they can learn, play, explore and flourish. |