Nursery Academic

From 3 years

All our Nursery children follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. The four guiding principles that underpin this are:

  • The Unique Child
  • Positive Relationships
  • Enabling Environments
  • Learning and Development

We support each child across three prime areas of learning:

  • Personal, Social and Emotional
  • Physical Development
  • Communication and Language

And four specific areas:

  • Literacy
  • Mathematics
  • Understanding the World
  • Expressive Arts and Design

We believe that well planned play is a key way in which children learn. We therefore ensure that children have plenty of play opportunities with effective support from adults.  The children play and explore in their environment and we encourage them to ‘have a go’ and become creative thinkers with their own ideas.

We provide a safe, challenging, stimulating, caring and sharing environment which is sensitive to the needs of each individual child, including children with additional needs.

Open Mornings: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th February 2026

Friday 6th and Saturday 7th February 2026

 

Come and join us at our next Open Mornings on Friday 6th February (a normal school working day) or Saturday 7th February. These are a great opportunity for families to come and meet staff and pupils, have a tour of the school and grounds, and learn about how we can provide the ideal start to your child’s education.

To book an appointment, please email office@richardpate.co.uk or call 01242 522086.