Nursery Schools near Me

Nursery schools near (me) you help children grow into mindful, confident, independent individuals with an enduring love for learning.

Nursery schools near (me) you Philosophy

Nursery schools near (me) you are committed to supporting children’s development, health, and well-being through caring and responsive educators. Children are valued as competent, capable, curious, and rich in potential, making them active participants in our program.  They are encouraged to problem solve, think critically, communicate and collaborate, use their imagination and creativity, and take initiative. These skills are vital for success throughout school and beyond.

The nursery schools near (me) you provides a high standard of affordable childcare for children from 3 months up to 5 years of age.

The nursery schools near (me) you, nurseries are purposely designed day care nurseries providing high quality childcare in a large, safe and stimulating environment. The nurseries also offer spacious, well equipped outdoor play areas providing further opportunities to promote your child’s development and give them the chance for fresh air throughout the day.

The nursery schools near (me) you, primary goal is to ensure that they provide the highest quality childcare that is both accessible and affordable. The nursery schools near (me) you, nurseries will differentiate itself by a passionate attention to detail in everything we do underpinned by their quality programme. Your children will be safe, loved and stimulated in an efficient, well maintained and above all, homely environment. The nursery schools near (me) you will promote a healthy understanding and respect for natural values in all aspects of the nurseries.

​​Parents are actively involved in their children’s school experience by:

• Participating in the classroom by assisting staff during duty days
• Attending general meetings throughout the year
• Contributing as a member of our executive team or one of our various committees

Your Commitment: 

• Ensures an excellent child-adult ratio in the classroom
• Enables nursery schools near (me) you to meet Ministry of Education guidelines
• Keeps fees low
• Allows you to interact with your child and his/her friends in the classroom.

​Enrichment

Children at nursery schools near (me) you enjoy a fun and educational enrichment program. In addition to paid professional instructors, nursery schools near (me) you program also brings community members such as parents, grandparents, friends and neighbours into our classroom to share their talents, jobs and customs with their children. A parent from each class oversees organizing their volunteer enrichment program and all costs are covered in the Program Fees.

 Dance

A dance instructor visits and runs a 30-minute music and movement program once a month. The children learn basic dance fundamentals through songs and games. Learners enhance their co-ordination, locomotive, and cognitive development.
Yoga

Learners will experience a unique children’s yoga session. The use of creative storytelling, props and music will guide children in this engaging activity.

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Field Trips

Nursery schools near (me) you organizes class outings including nature walks, park, museums, animal farm, zoo etc

Enrichment visits may include: 

• a dentist
• a doctor
• a vet
• a musician
• a storyteller
• a fire fighter

Early Years Education

Nursery schools near (me) you approach to learning and child development is guided by the Ministry of Education’s How Does Learning Happen? Goals for children and expectations for programs are based on the foundations of: belonging, well-being, engagement and expression.

​Early Years Pedagogy

Nursery schools near (me) you approach to learning and child development is guided by the Ministry of Education’s How Does Learning Happen? Goals for children and expectations for programs are based on the foundations of: belonging, well-being, engagement and expression.

Early childhood programs cultivate authentic, caring relationships and connections to create a sense of belonging among and between children, adults, and the world around them.

Early childhood programs nurture children’s healthy development and support their growing sense of self.

Engagement

Early childhood programs provide environments and experiences to engage children in active, creative, and meaningful exploration, play and inquiry.

Expression

Early childhood programs foster communication and expression in all forms.

Nursery schools near (me) you abides by all health and safety practices and guidelines. Nursery schools near (me) you are trained and ready to provide excellent care for your child. At Nursery schools near (me) you, the child development specialists understand each child has individual needs. Nursery schools near (me) you provides individual attention to all children and make sure to give accurate reports to parents when they arrive to pick up their child.

Activities/Themed Learning

Activities at a nursery schools near (me) you are inquiry based. Child ideas and interests are incorporated into all areas (circle discussion, songs, creative, manipulative play, puzzles, books etc). At Nursery schools near (me) you children learn through activity, inquiry & discovery.

Children participate in multicultural programming, learning to appreciate each other’s similarities and differences. Nursery schools near (me) you celebrate holidays and birthdays, as well as special days such as Pyjama Day, Beach Day, Hat Day, etc. nursery schools near (me) you encourage community awareness & involvement by recruiting class visits by Policemen, a Vet (along with some furry friends) Firemen, Doctors and Dentists.

Toddler Program

The toddler program at a nursery schools near (me) you offers a warm, supportive atmosphere in which children can develop social, emotional and self-help skills, gaining independence, having fun and expanding their experience. Focus is placed on language development, fine & gross motor skills as well as social interactions/impulse control. Children are also exposed to colours, shapes number, and name recognition

In the Creative Room:

• Daily creative activity (using a variety of mediums: glue, paint, recycled materials, nature, chalk etc).
• Painting & Drawing
• Play dough & modelling clay
• Sensory tables (water, rice, nature, noodles, cornmeal etc)
• Cooking & Baking (Multicultural & Holiday)
• Wooden blocks, “Duplo”, shape sorters which help develop
• Children’s fine motor skills and imagination.

In the Cognitive/Dramatic Room:

• Interactive Circle, Story & Discussion time (inc. show and share,
• Songs, calendar discussion)
• Light Table with “loose parts” activities
• Puzzles & Magnets, pegboards etc.
• Pretend/dramatic play props (costumes, career props, dolls etc.)
• Puppet theatre & puppets
• Family Living Centre (play food & kitchen items, dolls)
• Books according to the weekly thematic unit and reading corner
• Transportation toys
• Cognitive: Shapes, Colours, Letter and Number, and own name
• recognition, serration, matching, classification
• Manipulative & stacking/nesting toys
• Felt board
• Fine Motor Activities-shape sorting, zippers, velcro
• Wide variety of toys such as farms, animals, dollhouse

Preschool Program

Pre-schoolers are full of questions, and excitement to learn about the world they live in. In a supportive and caring environment, they are free to pretend, imagine, experiment, make friends and gain independence. Carefully selected developmentally appropriate activities are selected each day to encourage learning and creativity. Children progress in number and letter concepts, are introduced to phonics and sight words, progressing unhurried at their own comfortable pace. Socially acceptable interaction is modelled, and conflict resolution skills are taught.

In the Creative Room:

• Daily creative activity (variety of mediums: glue, paint, recycled materials, nature, chalk etc.)
• Painting & Drawing
• Play dough & modelling clay
• Science Activities (children will be encouraged to consider “how, when, why?” e.g. Sink & float)
• Games, colour mixing, milk, food, colouring and dish soap experiment)
• Sensory tables (water, rice, nature, noodles, goop, ice, cornmeal etc)
• Cooking & Baking (Multicultural & Holiday)
• Wooden blocks, Lego