In our care your toddler will:

• have lots of hugs and attention
• have an individual care plan that follows his or her toileting routine at home as closely as possible
• have a minimum of one carer for every four toddlers
• be looked after by the same carers every day and, in particular, one keyworker will record their developmental milestones and progress – mapped according to ‘From Birth to Three Matters’ curriculum
• have a sleep mat and cushions to provide a cosy environment for sleeping
• be looked after in safe and calm surroundings with soft padded walls for safety but are also bright and stimulating with activities in order to develop a sense of discovery
• have a range of activities to encourage ‘learning through play’ such as reading stories and poems, drawing, listening to music, singing, dressing up and a home corner
• have a separate nappy changing area and a choice of toileting facilities
• have toys which are developmentally appropriate – pullalong/pushalong toys, soft toys, balls, brio train sets, duplo, sticklebricks, wooden sorting and learning toys, art and craft materials, puzzles and books
• have creative play activities such as sand and water, play dough, painting, growing and cooking
• be given a gentle introduction to letters, numbers, colours and shapes
• participate in regular exercise outdoors, in our soft play gym and do ‘Toddlerobics’.
• go on regular outings and trips

Please refer to individual room Operational Plan for more detail