All children have the right to have fun and flourish

 

Our Whitecross School Values

We are kind.

I have kind hands, kind feet and kind words.

We are resilient.

I keep on trying even when things are a challenge.

We are independent.

I can do things for myself.

We are curious.

I am eager to learn.

 

Our Vision

At our vibrant nursery school, all children have fun and flourish.

At Whitecross...

Our Nursery School will

• Provide a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment for children aged two to five years
• Provide outstanding facilities both inside and out
• Provide an inclusive and accessible space for all children
• Continually adapt and develop our bespoke curriculum to support the ever-changing needs of our children
• Promote a love of outdoor learning and respect for our environment and the natural world
• Celebrate books, stories and rhymes to teach children the joy that words and the sharing of books can bring

What does it look like when you are here?

• All children are valued and listened to.
• Learning happens everywhere, encompassing both our outdoor and indoor spaces.
• Staff and governors are proud to be part of our innovative team and children’s development and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
• The teaching, learning and our environment continually evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of our children.
• Flexibility of sessions and excellent wraparound care offer support for all families.

 

Our Whitecross community

Safeguarding - is at the heart of everything we do. Everyone is fully committed to keeping all children safe.

Staff – Our experienced early years team understand child development and know all children incredibly well. 

Relationships with parents – Staff quickly establish trusting and supportive relationships with parents and carers through excellent mutual communication.

Governors – Are a committed and caring team providing effective challenge and valued support.

Wider community – We work in partnership with volunteers, external professionals, other nursery schools and local primary schools, to enrich the experiences of all children and foster a sense of true belonging.