Nursery 2025 - 2026

Welcome to Nursery

This half term in Nursery, our focus is on continuing to get to know each unique child and supporting them as they become even more confident and comfortable in their Nursery environment. The children are now familiar with their adults and routines, and we are seeing them settle happily into their day, forming friendships and engaging enthusiastically in play and learning. Building positive relationships with the children, and with you as parents, remains at the heart of what we do, as these secure connections form the foundation for all future learning.

We continue to ensure that our Enabling Nursery Environment, both inside and out, provides a sense of safety, comfort, and curiosity. The children are confident to explore, make choices, and enjoy new experiences, knowing they are supported and nurtured. Gentle routines and structure help them understand what comes next in their day and feel fully settled in Nursery life.

This half term, as part of our Enhanced Curriculum, we will be exploring the theme of ‘Celebrations’. The children will enjoy learning about different festivals and special occasions, including Diwali and Christmas, through stories, music, art, and play. This provides a rich opportunity to celebrate diversity, share experiences, and have fun while learning about the world around them. The children will discover how people celebrate in different ways and learn to appreciate the joy of sharing these moments together.

We are so excited to continue to build upon this learning journey with your children and to ensure that their first experiences in Nursery are positive, nurturing and full of curiosity.

Should you wish to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact me at rplowright@mottramacademy.org.uk

Best wishes,

Mrs Plowright and the EYFS Team