Tiddlywinks  Nursery School

At Tiddlywinks Nursery School we recognise that the early stages of each individual child's life are essential towards their educational journey and development. Our practitioners focus on promoting key development areas and provide the best possible start in our children's educational learning.

 

 

Curriculum for Excellence

At Tiddlywinks Nursery School we promote play-based education and adhere to national guidance from the Curriculum for Excellence (CfE). The CfE is split into 4 Capacities which are:

• Successful Learners

• Confident Individuals

• Effective Contributors

• Responsible Citizens

Safe

Healthy

Achieving

Nurtured

Active

Respected

Responsible

Included

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Additionally, the CfE highlights 3 Core Areas for Learning:

• Literacy

• Numeracy

• Health & Wellbeing

Learning Experiences planned by our staff integrate the CfE Capacities and Core Areas for Learning, enabling all children to maximise their potential. We are supported in this through partnership working with our local council.

Additionally, we take guidance from the following resources:

• Pre Birth to Three (Positive Outcomes for Scotland's Children and Families)

• Child at the Center

• Curriculum for Excellence

• National Care Standards

• Getting It Right for Every Child

• Building the Ambition

• How Good is our Early Learning and Childcare 

Child-Led Learning

Responsive planning is key to the learning opportunities and experiences we offer children at Tiddlywinks Nursery School. Our nursery staff facilitate learning activities based on topics chosen by the children in our care. Children are encouraged to share their interests through mind maps and group discussions.  

We believe there's nothing we teach indoors that can't be taught outdoors, and make use of our fantastic outdoor space to support learning through play.