Learning is carefully structured to ensure skills develop cohesively, building strong foundations across language, social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Outdoor exploration and real-world learning make discovery exciting, helping children develop essential life skills in a well-rounded, connected way.
These are the foundations that support all other learning. They help children develop essential skills for communication, relationships, and physical coordination.
Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Building confidence and independence.
Learning how to share, take turns, and form friendships.
Understanding and managing emotions.
Communication & Language
Listening and responding to others.
Developing speaking skills and vocabulary.
Expressing ideas and thoughts clearly.
Physical Development
Strengthening gross motor skills (running, jumping, climbing).
Improving fine motor skills (holding a pencil, using scissors).
Learning about health and self-care (eating well, personal hygiene).
Once children have developed skills in the Prime Areas, they build on them with more focused learning in these Specific Areas:
Literacy
Encourage a love of books, stories and poetry
Develop phonological awareness
Exploring mark-making and early writing
Mathematics
Learning about numbers, counting, and basic calculations
Recognising shapes, patterns, and measurements
Problem-solving through play
Understanding the World
Exploring nature and different environments
Learning about people, cultures, and communities
Experimenting with technology and simple science concepts
Expressive Arts & Design
Exploring creativity through painting, drawing, and modelling
Engaging in imaginative play and role-play
Experimenting with music, dance, and movement
Every child is unique, and we embrace their individual needs and interests by tailoring learning experiences to match their developmental stage. Our skilled educators observe, listen, and support children’s natural curiosity, ensuring they thrive at their own pace.
Play is at the heart of everything we do. Children learn best through hands-on experiences, whether they’re building, storytelling, painting, or exploring outdoors. We promote problem-solving, collaboration, and emotional resilience through engaging activities that spark joy and discovery.
A child’s learning journey is a partnership. We value strong communication with families, offering guidance, regular updates, and opportunities to collaborate on learning milestones.
