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In Swans we believe happy toddlers learn well. To ensure their happiness we aim to provide a caring, warm, nurturing environment that encourages the development of the whole child and an environment that is based on successful experiences, which encourage all children to develop a healthy self-concept and positive self-esteem by supporting independence. We offer an environment that encourages children to develop their capabilities and interests at their own pace and according to their individual needs. We adhere to the EYFS and welfare requirements. We offer activities and experiences that recognises the uniqueness of each and every child and provides positive encouragement for the child’s continued growth. We follow planning In The Moment, focusing next steps on our observations of the child. We aim to create an environment that provides the child with the opportunity to learn by doing and moving from hands-on experiences to more abstract conceptual development this will encourage a growing independence and emotional resilience
As your infant transitions to a toddler, they become more curious about the world around them and are ready for a more structured routine. In Swans, your child will experience many opportunities to tap into their curious and creative sides. Daily experiences include circle and story time: reinforcing language and communication development through stories, songs, finger-plays, numbers and sensory activities which ignite their senses and supports a sense of self discovery. Outdoor Time allows the children to explore the environment and what their bodies can do, developing a healthy life long love of fresh air and exercise.
In the Swans room we follow a flexible developmentally appropriate and balanced routine, it is still flexible enough to allow for all of the changes that take place at this age. The Swans room practitioners thrive on the toddlers’ sense of curiosity and thoroughly enjoy giving them new experiences to expand and develop their skills. Daily activities foster a sense of sharing, turn takin and community.
Our baby days app provides parents with timely feedback on their Childs progress, daily routine and how their needs have been met throughout the day.
Daily routine – This is fluid and will alter according to the Swans needs
Arrival and Breakfast
Structured play
Snack
Outdoor play
Nappies, singing and stories
Lunch time
Sleep time
Structured play
Nappies and stories
Snack
Outdoor play
Tea time
Group and Quiet time
Free play
Home time
Outdoor Clothes
Swans will explore the outside by splashing in puddles, play in the mud kitchen and outdoor sand and water. The swans room children explore the natural world noticing sounds, changes in the environment and develop a curiosity for the world around us. We ask parents to provide Wellies, hats and gloves/ mittens and a puddle suit so they can fully immerse in outdoor play and gain the most benefit from it.
Sleep and naps
Toddlers usually need one nap a day, scheduled from around 12:45 P.M. onwards. The Swans sleep in the quiet room on sleep mats and the room is darkened and calm. The Swans practitioners will pat or rub the children’s backs until they fall asleep. Parents can provide a blanket and comforter for their child if they wish, but one will always be provided. The Swans naps vary in length, some do wake earlier than others. In that case, we will attempt to encourage them back to sleep, but if they do not, quiet table activities will be provided for them – Sleep time is monitored at all times and their comfort is checked regularly throughout the period. They are offered comfort when they wake so they are ready to continue with their day.
Toilet training
Toilet training is part of the Swans development. The practitioners will be a tremendous help to you while going through potty training. Talk to them about the signs of readiness and also ask for suggestions that will help you train your child. They will watch for the “window of opportunity” in readiness and will suggest training when signs are given. At this time, you will have a discussion with the Key person about beginning the potty training process. The process will be a success only if it is a joint effort. Continued contact between parents and staff is essential. Parents are asked to send three or more complete changes of clothing for the child in case of accidents, including at least one pair of extra shoes. We will not hold a child back from moving up to the Preschool Room (age 3) if they are not potty trained, but we do expect that a reasonable attempt has been made at home. Some children are physically not ready to be trained before three. We will work with you every step of the way to help not only the child, but the parent as well. Parents are asked to provide nappies and wipes if they are not toilet training and your toddler’s key person will let you know when we are running low.
We ask that children’s items be labelled with your child’s first to prevent items from being lost e.g. wellingtons, coats. We will provide a space for all for each child's belongings. Toddlers will get very messy with food, art and outdoor play, so there needs to be adequate extra clothing to ensure their comfort.
We like to display your child’s artwork in the rooms and around the setting, this will be offered to you after it has been displayed for a short time for your child to be proud of what they have created.
In Swans we believe happy toddlers learn well. To ensure their happiness we aim to provide a caring, warm, nurturing environment that encourages the development of the whole child and an environment that is based on successful experiences, which encourage all children to develop a healthy self-concept and positive self-esteem by supporting independence. We offer an environment that encourages children to develop their capabilities and interests at their own pace and according to their individual needs. We adhere to the EYFS and welfare requirements. We offer activities and experiences that recognises the uniqueness of each and every child and provides positive encouragement for the child’s continued growth. We follow planning In The Moment, focusing next steps on our observations of the child. We aim to create an environment that provides the child with the opportunity to learn by doing and moving from hands-on experiences to more abstract conceptual development this will encourage a growing independence and emotional resilience
As your infant transitions to a toddler, they become more curious about the world around them and are ready for a more structured routine. In Swans, your child will experience many opportunities to tap into their curious and creative sides. Daily experiences include circle and story time: reinforcing language and communication development through stories, songs, finger-plays, numbers and sensory activities which ignite their senses and supports a sense of self discovery. Outdoor Time allows the children to explore the environment and what their bodies can do, developing a healthy life long love of fresh air and exercise.
In the Swans room we follow a flexible developmentally appropriate and balanced routine, it is still flexible enough to allow for all of the changes that take place at this age. The Swans room practitioners thrive on the toddlers’ sense of curiosity and thoroughly enjoy giving them new experiences to expand and develop their skills. Daily activities foster a sense of sharing, turn takin and community.
Our baby days app provides parents with timely feedback on their Childs progress, daily routine and how their needs have been met throughout the day.
Daily routine – This is fluid and will alter according to the Swans needs
Arrival and Breakfast
Structured play
Snack
Outdoor play
Nappies, singing and stories
Lunch time
Sleep time
Structured play
Nappies and stories
Snack
Outdoor play
Tea time
Group and Quiet time
Free play
Home time
Outdoor Clothes
Swans will explore the outside by splashing in puddles, play in the mud kitchen and outdoor sand and water. The swans room children explore the natural world noticing sounds, changes in the environment and develop a curiosity for the world around us. We ask parents to provide Wellies, hats and gloves/ mittens and a puddle suit so they can fully immerse in outdoor play and gain the most benefit from it.
Sleep and naps
Toddlers usually need one nap a day, scheduled from around 12:45 P.M. onwards. The Swans sleep in the quiet room on sleep mats and the room is darkened and calm. The Swans practitioners will pat or rub the children’s backs until they fall asleep. Parents can provide a blanket and comforter for their child if they wish, but one will always be provided. The Swans naps vary in length, some do wake earlier than others. In that case, we will attempt to encourage them back to sleep, but if they do not, quiet table activities will be provided for them – Sleep time is monitored at all times and their comfort is checked regularly throughout the period. They are offered comfort when they wake so they are ready to continue with their day.
Toilet training
Toilet training is part of the Swans development. The practitioners will be a tremendous help to you while going through potty training. Talk to them about the signs of readiness and also ask for suggestions that will help you train your child. They will watch for the “window of opportunity” in readiness and will suggest training when signs are given. At this time, you will have a discussion with the Key person about beginning the potty training process. The process will be a success only if it is a joint effort. Continued contact between parents and staff is essential. Parents are asked to send three or more complete changes of clothing for the child in case of accidents, including at least one pair of extra shoes. We will not hold a child back from moving up to the Preschool Room (age 3) if they are not potty trained, but we do expect that a reasonable attempt has been made at home. Some children are physically not ready to be trained before three. We will work with you every step of the way to help not only the child, but the parent as well. Parents are asked to provide nappies and wipes if they are not toilet training and your toddler’s key person will let you know when we are running low.
We ask that children’s items be labelled with your child’s first to prevent items from being lost e.g. wellingtons, coats. We will provide a space for all for each child's belongings. Toddlers will get very messy with food, art and outdoor play, so there needs to be adequate extra clothing to ensure their comfort.
We like to display your child’s artwork in the rooms and around the setting, this will be offered to you after it has been displayed for a short time for your child to be proud of what they have created.