OUR CURRICULUM
Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support every child as they grow, learn and develop. Across our Acorns, Seedlings and Oaks rooms, we follow the three I’s - Intent, Implementation and Impact - to ensure learning is purposeful, engaging and tailored to each child’s individual needs and interests. From building secure relationships and developing communication, to fostering independence, confidence, curiosity and resilience, we provide a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and feel ready for their next steps.
ACORNS - under 1's
Intent:
For our youngest Tots to thrive, settle and learn in their new environment.
Implementation:
Ensuring a strong key person system is in place to allow children to make strong bonds ensuring they have the confidence they need to play, learn and grow. Ensure that staff know and understand the needs of all children. Provide appropriate challenge to encourage the children to develop at their own pace.
Impact:
Children are comfortable and prepared to transition to the next room.
ACORNS - over 1
Intent:
To develop children’s communication, listening and understanding.
Implementation:
Provide lots of opportunity for children to hear and see words through stories, songs and displays. Encourage children to mirror spoken words and ensure practitioners are engaging and interacting with children throughout the day.
Impact:
Children begin to have the confidence to express their wants and needs. This gives them a better sense of self and helps to grow their confidence.
SEEDLINGS - 2-3 years
Intent:
Promote social and personal independence and help children to understand and express their feelings and emotions.
Implementation:
Encourage turn taking through group games and give children the opportunity towork as a team to achieve a goal. Help children to understand their feelings and emotions by validating them, labelling them and including stories based on feelings and emotions in their everyday learning. Create an environment where children feel safe to express themselves and share how they feel.
Impact:
Children are kind and respectful of others and begin to have empathy for their peers. They understand that their feelings are valid and accepted and they can be themselves within the setting.
OAKS - 4 years +
Intent:
Children will become curious learners who explore their surroundings and have a passion for learning. Children enjoy challenge and taking risks in their play.
Implementation:
Ensure there is a welcoming environment which is suited to the interests and needs of the children. Provide ample opportunity for children to take risks and build resilience. Ensure practitioners have the skill to extend learning and provide appropriate challenge which is appropriate for the age and stage of the children.
Build on children’s interests and skills so that they are excited to take part in learning experiences.
Impact:
Children are ready to take the next steps in their learning. Children take ownership of their development and can take and manage risks appropriately.