Our Daily Rhythm

Working within a strong and regular rhythm promotes a sense of security and self-confidence. The rhythm of the day, the term and the seasons gives form and structure so that the young child knows what to expect.

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Arrival time ~ 9:00 am

The children are welcome  to join in the morning activity or to help with the daily preparation of snack, and then join their friends in free, creative play. 

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Circle Time

We join hands and have circle time where we move together to sing songs, have stories and games, all learned through imitation. Finger games and counting rhymes continue whilst the children take turns to go to the toilet and wash their hands with the assistant.

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Snack Time

We sit at the table to enjoy a healthy snack that the children have helped to prepare. We use organic ingredients whenever possible. During this time there is an opportunity for the children to share their news and listen to each other.

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Garden Time

We get ready to play in the garden spending an hour outside, whatever the weather. We have a mud kitchen, a play house, a sandpit, there is a raised bed to tend to and plenty of space for the children to explore.

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Story Time

We finish the morning with story time. The teacher knows the story  by heart  and it  is repeated daily for the course of the week so that the children can begin to truly understand it. Stories are chosen carefully around the seasons and carry themes that will support the children’s social and emotional understanding. On special weeks puppet plays will be performed for the children with the eldest children taking part in helping.

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Home Time ~ 1:00 pm

At 1:00 we will then say our goodbyes to those children not staying for the afternoon.