Curriculum Planning
Our planning is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) model:
Our planning is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) model:
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The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) plays a crucial role in a child's development, laying the groundwork for future learning and achievements. Every child must receive the best possible start in life, enabling them to reach their full potential.
At Ivy League Nursery, we prioritize providing a secure foundation for our children's future development. We strive to nurture independent, curious, creative, and resilient learners who demonstrate respect for each other, their communities, and the environment.
We adhere to the statutory framework and guidance outlined in the EYFS, utilizing our extensive knowledge and experience to observe, plan, and teach children during their early years. Our curriculum is broad and balanced, focusing on:
- First-hand experiences and children's interests
- Effective adult interactions
- A thoughtful mix of adult-led, adult-initiated, and child-directed activities
Our goals include making a child's initial experience at our nursery enjoyable and positive, fostering a passion for learning, promoting emotional well-being, and instilling the Characteristics of Effective learning such as playing & exploring, active learning, and creative & critical thinking. We also emphasize the importance of building strong relationships and collaborating with families, recognizing parents as their children's primary educators.
Children progress and demonstrate their understanding through seven areas of learning and development defined in the EYFS framework. We believe that children learn most effectively through play, physical activity, first-hand experiences, and engaging with peers and adults. We acknowledge and value their interests, facilitating their growth.
The three prime areas of development emphasized at Ivy League Nursery are:
- Communication and language
- Physical development
- Personal, social, and emotional development
These areas are foundational to your child's overall development and future learning. As children mature, the prime areas facilitate the development of skills in four specific areas:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the world
- Expressive arts and design
Together, these seven areas inform the planning of your child’s learning and activities. Our Early Years Practitioners tailor these activities to the unique needs and interests of each child. Learning at our nursery takes place through play, exploration, creativity, and critical thinking, both indoors and outdoors.
In our curriculum planning, we utilize the Birth to Five Matters non-statutory guidance for the EYFS. For additional information for parents, please refer to the following link: B25M Parent Leaflet A5 4pp art.indd
How can you support your child's learning at home?
Engaging in fun activities with your child at home significantly contributes to their learning and development, creating long-lasting positive effects as they transition from nursery to school. Regular conversations help them learn and understand new words and concepts, further enhancing their growth.
At Ivy League Nursery, we prioritize providing a secure foundation for our children's future development. We strive to nurture independent, curious, creative, and resilient learners who demonstrate respect for each other, their communities, and the environment.
We adhere to the statutory framework and guidance outlined in the EYFS, utilizing our extensive knowledge and experience to observe, plan, and teach children during their early years. Our curriculum is broad and balanced, focusing on:
- First-hand experiences and children's interests
- Effective adult interactions
- A thoughtful mix of adult-led, adult-initiated, and child-directed activities
Our goals include making a child's initial experience at our nursery enjoyable and positive, fostering a passion for learning, promoting emotional well-being, and instilling the Characteristics of Effective learning such as playing & exploring, active learning, and creative & critical thinking. We also emphasize the importance of building strong relationships and collaborating with families, recognizing parents as their children's primary educators.
Children progress and demonstrate their understanding through seven areas of learning and development defined in the EYFS framework. We believe that children learn most effectively through play, physical activity, first-hand experiences, and engaging with peers and adults. We acknowledge and value their interests, facilitating their growth.
The three prime areas of development emphasized at Ivy League Nursery are:
- Communication and language
- Physical development
- Personal, social, and emotional development
These areas are foundational to your child's overall development and future learning. As children mature, the prime areas facilitate the development of skills in four specific areas:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the world
- Expressive arts and design
Together, these seven areas inform the planning of your child’s learning and activities. Our Early Years Practitioners tailor these activities to the unique needs and interests of each child. Learning at our nursery takes place through play, exploration, creativity, and critical thinking, both indoors and outdoors.
In our curriculum planning, we utilize the Birth to Five Matters non-statutory guidance for the EYFS. For additional information for parents, please refer to the following link: B25M Parent Leaflet A5 4pp art.indd
How can you support your child's learning at home?
Engaging in fun activities with your child at home significantly contributes to their learning and development, creating long-lasting positive effects as they transition from nursery to school. Regular conversations help them learn and understand new words and concepts, further enhancing their growth.