Our Early Years Class
Our Nursery currently offer 5 daily sessions per week. These sessions run from 9am until 3pm. (38 weeks a year term time).
Early Years Class Staffing
Mrs McLaughlan Senior Early Years Practitioner (First Aider)
Miss Montgomery Lead Practitioner (Fire Warden) (First Aider)
Miss Dewar Early Years Assistant (First Aider)
Miss Blackley Early Years Assistant (First Aider)
Mrs Gibson Dining Supervisor
We welcome students from universities and colleges for training placements. On occasions secondary pupils may gain a work experience placement in our Early Years Class.
Our Vision
Together we will create positive, safe and nurturing learning environment where children and families feel valued and supported. Inspiring a love of learning and providing opportunities for children to experience the best start in life.
Our Values
- A nurturing ethos which scaffold enquiry, curiosity and creativity
- Child centered approach where each child is treated as an individual
- Positive relationships and partnership working
- Trust and respect in accordance with the UNCRC
Our Aims
- To equip our children with knowledge and skills to achieve their full potential
- To enable our children to become confident and successful learner, through effective questioning and interactions
- To continually seek to develop the knowledge, skills and qualifications of our staff team to provide high quality learning experiences
- To nurture learning and empower children to become ambitious, independent learners
- To work collaboratively within our school community to encourage responsibility, trust and respect
Please find the link for our handbook below:
St. John’s EY SIP Plan 2024- 2025
2025
Duty of Candour
| Child turns 3 years old between | Eligible from |
|---|---|
| 1 March to 31 August inclusive | August – Term 1 (Autumn Term) |
| 1 September to 31 December inclusive | January – Term 2 (Spring Term) |
| 1 January to 29 February inclusive | April – Term 3 (Summer Term) |
