About the Vale Nursery
Our nursery is an integral part of The Vale Academy, providing children from the age of two with a strong start to their educational journey. As part of our wider school community, our youngest children benefit from the same high expectations, nurturing relationships and rich learning experiences that are central to life at The Vale.
Arrival
Children are welcomed into the nursery by our team of friendly and familiar nursery practitioners. With a designated entrance, you and your child will arrive through a secure and monitored entrance.
Mornings
Your child will join others in our main nursery area which is a place full of stimulating activities and comforting play areas. The main nursery area is sectioned off to include smaller play areas, craft and music areas. Through a carefully planned curriculum, children will take part in exciting and challenging learning experiences, supporting their development.
Lunch
Your child will be able to have the option of bringing in their own packed lunch or enjoy a freshly-prepared and balanced meal from our own Vale kitchen. For £1.50, we offer a varied and healthy menu, encouraging children to explore and discover different tastes and textures. Lunch is an excellent opportunity for children to enjoy the experience of sharing a sociable meal with others.
Afternoons
Each afternoon, children will enjoy a variety of experiences in an environment designed to encourage curiosity and exploration. Children will have opportunities to take part in creative activities, sensory play, stories and outdoor learning, as well as spending time developing their interests through child-led play.
Outdoor Play
We are lucky to offer our children a wonderful variety of outdoor play options. From Forest School to our large playing fields, our outdoor spaces offer children to explore and develop their gross motor skills whilst benefiting from a healthy dose of fresh air.
Indoor Play
We've designed our nursery to ensure that our indoor areas are full of excitement and wonder. With plenty of engaging toys designed to encourage curiosity and imagination, children will have plenty of opportunity to play and learn.
Home Time
At the end of each day, our nursery team will tell you all about your child's exciting day. From what they have eaten to what activites they have taken part in, it is important to us that you feel part of their day and hear about their amazing achievements and developmental milestones.
Our Forest School provision gives children regular opportunities to learn, explore and develop in a natural environment. It complements our wider curriculum by providing hands-on experiences that support children’s physical, social and emotional development.
Children are encouraged to investigate, solve problems, work collaboratively and take appropriate risks, with adults carefully supporting and extending their learning. These experiences help children to develop confidence, independence, resilience and a growing understanding of the natural world.
Forest School is an important part of our commitment to providing children with rich, purposeful experiences that support the development of the whole child.
If you would like to find out more about our Forest School provision, please get in touch.