Play is at the heart of everything we do. Through child-led exploration and carefully planned adult-guided learning, children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Our bright classrooms and engaging learning areas encourage children to explore, investigate and create.

Children enjoy opportunities for:

• Mark Making & Finger Gym

• Role Play

• Maths Investigation

• Creative Play

• Sensory Exploration

Love of Reading

Stories are part of every day at Acorns.

Children enjoy cosy reading areas, daily story sessions and regular visits to Claygate Primary School Library, helping to foster a lifelong love of books.

Music

Weekly specialist music sessions help children develop rhythm, listening, confidence and creativity through singing, movement and musical exploration.

Outdoor Learning

Children have daily access to our outdoor learning environment, including:

• Nursery Playground

• Orchard

• Allotments

• Mini Woodies

Forest School-inspired experiences encourage curiosity, resilience and problem-solving while developing confidence in the natural environment in our own EYFS Woodland area - Mini-Woodies.

Children also learn responsibility through caring for our guinea pigs.

Extra Opportunities

Children also have opportunities to enjoy:

• Multi-Sports (optional)

• Swimming (Blue Acorns)

• Whole-school events

• Weekly Library visits

• Seasonal celebrations