To provide a welcoming, safe and caring environment for children to grow and develop
To support children to become confident, independent learners and to provide quality learning experiences for them – learning which is structured, balanced, relevant to the child and related to their world
To deliver a curriculum which takes account of, and responds to, the children’s developmental needs and allows them to make progress related to their different abilities, which is in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage
To provide the opportunity to learn though play, use their imagination, and to play independently or as part of a group
To encourage shared thinking, decision making and the development of problem solving skills
To provide children with free flow between the classroom and the outdoor learning environment, thus enriching learning opportunities
To enrich communication, with strong emphasis being placed on encouraging language development
To create a sense of belonging for all and to cater for their individual needs, with due respect to their culture, religion and background