Our Curriculum
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At Ladybirds, we are dedicated to providing a rich and diverse educational experience that nurtures young minds and fosters a life long love for learning. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to cater to the developmental needs of children throughout their early years
Our approach
We embrace a holistic approach to early childhood education, focusing on the cognitive emotional social and physical development of each child. Our play based curriculum encourages exploration, creativity and critical thinking, allowing children to learn at their own pace in a supportive engaging environment.
Communication and Language
We encouraging communication skills through language rich environments, promoting effective communication by encouraging children to express their thoughts and ideas, listening to others and engaging in conversations with peers and teachers
Physical Development
We understand that physical development is fundamental to a child's overall growth and well-being. Through playful movement, children develop essential skills such as coordination, control, and balance, helping them gain confidence in their abilities and thrive in their early years.
PSED (Personal Social and Emotional Development)
At Ladybirds Nursery, we nurture our little ladybirds to develop a strong and positive sense of them-selves and those around them, through warm supportive interactions and engaging activities, we encourage children to build meaningful relationships, respect others and celebrate the diverisity within our nursery community.
Mathematical Development
We create exciting opportunities for our little learners to develop strong foundations in early maths. Through fun, hands on activities we support children in building confidence in counting and understanding numbers, Whether its discovering patterns, building towers or exploring shape space and measure we make learning maths an enjoyable adventure.
Literacy Development
At Ladybirds Nursery, we nurture a love for language by supporting our little learners as they begin to connect sounds with letters and take their first steps into reading and writing. Through engaging, playful activities, we encourage children to explore letters, words and storytelling in a way that sparks their curiosity and builds their confidence
Understanding The World
At Ladybirds Nursery we encourage our little explorers to make sense of the world around them by providing exciting opportunities to discover observe and learn. Through hands on activities, we inspire curiosity about people places technology and the environment, helping children build deeper understanding of their community and the wider world.
Expressive Art and Design
At Ladybirds Nursery, Expressive art and design plays a vital role in nurturing creativity, curiosity and self expression. Through a carefully planned and engaging environment children are encouraged to explore a wide range of materials textures, colours and techniques, helping children to develop confidence in their creative and artistic abilities.
Outdoor Play
At Ladybirds nursery we integrate outdoor play into our curriculum by providing specially designed gardens that cater to different age groups, The outdoor spaces are fully equipped and secure allowing children to engage in activities that support their physical development, confidence and coordination, Our all-weather spaces ensure that outdoor learning continues year round,.
Supporting SEND
Ladybirds nursery is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Through personalised learning plans dedicated SEND coordinators and adapted resources the nursery ensures that every child can fully engage with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum (EYFS)