Typical day at Oak Cottage

Example of a nursery session at Oak Cottage. Morning and afternoon sessions follow a similar routine. Times are approximate and flexible:

8.30am
Welcome into base rooms Children freely explore the environment and have opportunities to become
involved in activities and experiences on offer. Planned activities are based on observations and reflect
the children's current needs and interests. Younger children enjoy some time together in their base room.
9.15am
Hello/circle time – (younger children snack) Children come together for a group welcome
9.30am
Free flow/Garden/Snack Children access activities inside and out. We encourage children to be outside as
much as possible in a variety of weathers! Please feel free to bring/leave raincoats and wellies. Children can
choose when to have their snack and can access the snack table throughout this period.
11.30am

Songs/Rhymes/Music and Dance

11.45am

Home/Lunch for children staying until 1pm or all day

'Since attending Oak Cottage my two girls have gained confidence and independence. They settled in really quickly, they love it. I like the fact that the equipment doesn't look worn or dirty, the nursery is clean and they have a ball pit, soft play area, climbing frame and slides inside for the children and a large ……. with a slide and sandpit.'