Daily Routines

Childrens's Activities

Children really appreciate the security of daily routines.

Child Crawling

0-2s
Daily routines are planned in advance to provide a balanced and stimulating day, whilst also allowing time for sleep and relaxation.

Each child will be encouraged to follow his or her interests without interruption at different points throughout the day.

Meal times and nappy changing times are ideal opportunities for interaction and for picking up the meaning of words and gestures. Outdoor play and outings occur daily, providing a whole range of sensations and experiences.

Children in Playground

Over 2s
For this age group it's important that they begin to understand the sequence of events. For instance, after tidy up time they sit on a mat for an Action Time song or after tea they also wash their hands and go out to play.

Children in Reading Room

The SOUND Keyworker

For babies and young children to be cared for and be special to a particular person (or persons) within the nursery is important for their physical, social and emotional health and well being. It underpins and determines their behaviour within the nursery setting.

Child with Pan

The Role of the Keyworker

  • The keyworker works on building a good relationship and encourages the flow of information between home and nursery. A keyworker will be available to discuss the child's day with parents and give or receive any information that either party feels is of interest or relevance.

  • The keyworker will organise activities with their group of children and try where possible to enjoy meal and sleep times together.

  • Any religious beliefs, special dietary requirements and general family information is acknowledged, respected and logged on the relevant forms.

  • Greetings and goodbyes are calmly given to reassure the parent and child, acknowledging the feelings of separation and reunion.

  • The keyworker will ensure each child's development folder is kept updated and readily available to the parents.

  • The keyworker is present at every parents evening to discuss and show the child's development folder.

  • A keyworker is visible and has the names and pictures of each member of staff and a list of their keyworker children.

  • When the child's keyworker is not present, at holiday times for instance, their role is assigned to a secondary key person who will provide continuity, support and an understanding of the child's individual needs.