Our nursery topics are planned, led and recorded by the children.  We hope to have a parental event to tell you more about this soon!

The nursery staff observe what the children say, make and do in their play.  They identify key areas of interest for groups of children.  This could be an interest in dinosaurs, making ‘food’ in the house corner, exploring ice, animals, etc.

Groups of children who are particularly eager about a certain topic would be given the opportunity to plan this topic using a ‘Talking Tub’.  The ‘Talking Tub’ is full of objects related to the topic which will stimulate conversation.  This can help the children share what they already know and what they want to know.  It also allows staff to identify any misconceptions the children may have.  This discussion will form the basis of the plan for the topic.

The children who were involved in using the ‘Talking Tub’ will record their learning using a ‘Big Book’.  These are also available for parents/carers to look at.  Please read them next time you are dropping off/collecting.  You will find them opposite the nursery sign-in boards.