Nursery

At Pelham we have a one-form entry Nursery which runs two three-hour sessions per day. In addition, we offer 30 hour places (all day). 

Nursery children enjoy a rich, stimulating and practical curriculum which is predominantly led by the children and based around topics which interest them. We believe that play is educationally powerful, so the staff plan on the basic principles of play, using their knowledge of the curriculum and of the children's developmental stages. We combine adult directed and child initiated activities. 

Nursery children are able to learn in a stimulating, indoor and outdoor environment and regularly mix with children from our Reception classes.

Click here for how to apply for a Nursery place.

Click here for further information about 30 hour places at Nursery.

We aim to provide for the intellectual, emotional, social and physical needs of the child. 

• To welcome all children into a fun, stimulating, caring environment.
• We treat each child as an individual.
• Offer children the opportunity to participate in a variety of experiences that will enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Encourage children to be independent in their thinking and learning.
• To learn through play and through first hand experiences.
• To have access to an enjoyable curriculum.
• Encourage children to develop a sense of kindness, pride and respect.
• To develop confidence and enthusiasm to learn.
• To access different themes and topics throughout their nursery life.
• To give all children an equal opportunity to learn.

The Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum is made up of seventeen learning areas in total, split into the Prime and Specific Areas.

Prime Areas

Communication and Language

1. Listening, Attention and Understanding
2. Speaking

Physical Development

4. Gross Motor Skills 
5. Fine Motor Skills

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

6. Self-Regulation
7. Managing Self
8. Building Relationships

Specific Areas

Literacy

9. Comprehension
10. Word Reading
11. Writing

Mathematics

11. Number
12. Numerical Patterns

Understanding The World

13. Past and Present
14. People, Culture and Communities
15. The Natural World

Expressive Arts and Design

16. Creating with Materials
17. Being Imaginative and Expressive

Curriculum Overview

Click on the links below for an overview of the topics taught over the year.

Nursery Curriculum Overview