Nursery and Pre-School
We are immensely proud of our Nursery and Pre-School here at Brooke Priory and the many opportunities children have for learning and their development in a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere.
Our purpose-built nursery and pre-school is designed to spark curiosity and creativity, offering continuous provision areas both indoors and outdoors that inspire exploration and independent decision-making. Through engaging activities and thoughtfully prepared spaces, we nurture creativity and challenge young minds. Our dedicated practitioners are always on hand to scaffold each child’s learning journey, ensuring they feel supported and empowered every step of the way.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community where every child feels valued and supported. Our activities cover core themes whilst also being inspired by the children’s own interests, creating a balanced and engaging experience whilst covering all seven areas of learning. We encourage children to learn not only from our skilled practitioners but also from one another, gently nurturing positive interactions and shared respect. Through fostering patience and kindness, we help children build confidence, resilience, and the social skills they need to thrive both in and beyond our nursery, seamlessly transitioning into our kindergarten.
“There is no such thing as bad weather…”
Outdoor play is at the heart of our school’s spirit and origins, rooted in the belief that fresh air and exploration are vital to a child’s development. Whatever the weather, our children embrace the great outdoors, equipped with red splash suits and wellies, ready to experience nature in all its glory.
Our extensive outdoor facilities include a dedicated play area, a covered canopy play zone, an adventure playground, wildlife garden, and an open field for boundless exploration.
A particular highlight of our outdoor adventures is our beloved ‘Welly Days,’ where children immerse themselves in the magic of the original Brooke Priory house and its surrounding grounds. From toasting marshmallows around a campfire to splashing and playing in the stream, bug hunting and even grooming ponies, these days are filled with wonder and hands-on learning.
Enrichment and events throughout the year
There are enrichment activities every morning, including mini gym, a musical class ‘Carried Along’ with Mrs. Grantham and Dance with Miss Hannah. These sessions are open for external parents to bring their little ones to have some fun with our nursery and pre-school within the main school building.
We have regular sessions in the sports hall where we enjoy a range of different physical activities including use of the gymnastics equipment and climbing frames, and ball skills. The children also partake in a fun and thoroughly enjoyable sports day during the summer term.
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The children also thoroughly enjoy their weekly French lessons with Madame Persani, learning through fun games and songs. |
The transition to Kindergarten
As they move up through nursery and into pre-school, there is more of a focus on preparing the children for their transition to kindergarten and school life beyond. Children are introduced to the ‘Read Write Inc’ phonics scheme, learning their sounds and how to blend sounds in simple words. In addition, they will begin to learn and practice recognising numbers and counting through use of different resources and songs/rhymes. Nursery also touch on these throughout the day so all children are speaking the same ‘language’.
The nursery and pre-school day begins at 8.30am and ends at 3.30pm with the option for a collection after lunchtime at 1.15pm if agreed in advance. The children are also able to attend the before and after school care sessions available to all children across Brooke Priory for those parents who require extra wrap around care.
