Learning and development through fun, play and exploration

At Toad Hall Nurseries, we recognise that children are unique individuals who learn and develop differently. By spending time with and getting to know your child as an individual, we are able to encourage a holistic development and focus on helping them to reach their full potential. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that lays emphasis on physical growth, mental development and social awareness. Our staff work with our EYFS curriculum advisor, to develop quality practice at our nurseries.

EYFS curriculum and programmes

As part of the Early Years’ Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, we organise fun and learning activities to make sure that your child has a well-rounded nursery school experience. 

Let’s get physical
Our activities promote a healthy lifestyle, helping your child to become confident and learn through lively and fun physical games. We have worked with Jo Blank to develop a programme that falls into four distinct areas namely, movement play, movement skills, movement and dance, and movement and learning.

Early language programme
The main purpose of our early language programme is to develop high quality speakers, attentive listeners and children who understand and enjoy what they are learning. We have developed and implemented a language programme that encourages children to learn at their own pace and become proficient in reading, writing and speaking. 

Stork to walk (2 years)
Our stork to walk is a learning programme for 0 to 2-year olds focuses on key relationships and the need for nurturing and routines, the importance of communication with babies and their families, specific safeguarding issues for the under 2’s and the developmental milestones of children in this age group. Our staff are regularly trained in the care of babies.

Cook and grow
At Toad Hall Nurseries, we are dedicated to looking after and caring for your child. We organise activities like vegetable planting, gardening and more to inculcate the importance of eating healthy foods and making healthy choices. We teach children the importance of food and good nutrition. Each of our nurseries has a garden area where children learn to grow and care for plants and vegetables. We work closely with Judy More, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, to carefully prepare our day care meals.  

Magical maths
Mathematics can be a difficult subject for many children and parents/carers. To make maths fun and to take away the stigma attached, Judith Stevens has developed educative programmes that explain fundamental maths concepts in a fun way. Each nursery has a Magical of Mathematics Champion who receives regular training and updates to ensure that all staff have the knowledge competency to deliver the programme.

Well-rounded nursery education for your child

Each of our nurseries provides a welcoming space for children, parents and carers to feel at home. Our nursery programmes allow your child to play, learn and adapt while encouraging them to explore new things and develop their unique personality. We have different rooms like apple blossom, butterflies, dragonflies, cherry blossom, rainbows, little blossoms, little rainbows, little toads and little stars that are designed to be appropriate for each learning age. 

If you would like detailed information on the childcare facilities that we offer, please don’t hesitate to visit any of our nurseries. See our map for a location closest to you.
What our parents say
Catrin Smith - parent from Winnersh
"My daughter has attended the nursery for the last year and has really enjoyed it. It has made my transition back to work very easy. We are all very happy."

Let us make sure that your child has quality nursery education. Visit a Toad Hall Nursery near you or give us a call today.

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