Our Programmes

At our nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing environment where children are supported to learn through play. Our programmes follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and are tailored to each developmental stage. We promote hands-on, child-led exploration with a strong focus on emotional well-being, communication, and confidence.

Baby Room (Under 2s)

In our Baby Room, the focus is on building secure relationships, establishing routines, and encouraging early communication. Babies explore the world through sensory play, music, and interaction with caring practitioners. We support every baby’s individual routine, including sleep, feeding, and nappy changes, ensuring a calm and loving atmosphere.

 Toddler Room (2–3 years)

Our Toddlers thrive in an environment that promotes independence, social interaction, and active discovery. Children take part in circle time, messy play, outdoor activities, and are introduced to early communication, problem-solving, and role play. We encourage curiosity and creativity while supporting speech and language development.

 Preschool Room (3 years to school age)

In Preschool, we help children become confident learners as they prepare for their transition to school. Activities include early phonics, mark-making, simple maths, and imaginative play. We also explore cultural celebrations and promote self-help skills like dressing, tidying up, and managing emotions. Our goal is to nurture confident, kind, and school-ready children.

Our Daily Routine

Our daily routine is flexible and may vary according to the children’s ages, individual needs, interests and the activities planned for the day.

  • Arrival & Settling In 
    Children are welcomed and supported to settle, with opportunities for free play and exploration.
  • Breakfast / Morning Snack 
    Children enjoy breakfast or a healthy morning snack according to their session and individual routine.
  • Circle Time 
    Songs, stories, rhymes and opportunities for children to talk, listen and participate together.
  • Learning Through Play 
    A range of child-led and adult-supported activities based on children’s interests and stages of development.
  • Outdoor Play & Physical Activities 
    Children have regular opportunities for outdoor play, exploration and physical activity.
  • Story Time, Songs & Rhymes
    Stories, songs and rhymes support communication, language, imagination and a love of books.
  • Lunch Time 
    Children enjoy lunch together in a relaxed and social environment, encouraging healthy eating and independence.
  • Rest & Quiet Time 
    Children who need to sleep or rest are supported to do so. Quiet activities are available for children who do not sleep.
  • Afternoon Activities & Outdoor Play 
    Children continue to enjoy play-based learning, creative activities and outdoor experiences.
  • Afternoon Snack 
    Children enjoy healthy afternoon snack, with opportunities to develop independence and positive eating habits.
  • Home Time 
    Children are supported to prepare for home at the end of their session.
  • For Our Babies 
    Babies follow their own individual routines for feeding, sleeping, nappy changing and rest. We work closely with parents and carers to provide continuity between home and nursery.

Learning Through Play

Everything we do is rooted in play-based learning. Children are given the freedom to explore their interests while developing across the seven EYFS areas of learning, from communication and physical development to understanding the world.

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Mothers Pet Nursery

Mothers Pet Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, The curriculum is play-based, meaning children learn through active exploration and discovery. Our curriculum is also child-centred, which means that it is tailored to each child’s individual needs and interests.

Personal, social and emotional
development
Communication and language
Physical development
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the world
Expressive arts and design
Making choices and taking risks

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Our Teaching Methods

Nursery uses a variety of teaching methods to deliver the curriculum, including:
Circle time
Small group activities
Free play
Outdoor learning
Field trips
Parent workshops

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Outdoor Play

Depending on your family’s schedule, our Outdoor Play might be the right fit for you. No matter what your child needs, each of our programs will provide the support and tools necessary for optimal growth.

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Art program

Our Art Lessons has been perfect for many families. If you have specific questions about day-to-day activities or the program timeline, simply get in touch - one of our team members will be happy to help.

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Imaginative Play

As our newest and most popular option, our Imaginative Play tends to fill up fast - so if you’re interested, get in touch today to reserve a spot for your child. Feel free to give us a call with any questions!