Welcome to Cherry Lane Nursery
Where learning begins with curiosity, care, and confidence
Dear Parents and Carers,
A very warm welcome to Cherry Lane Nursery!
Nursery is a unique and special time in a child’s life – full of discovery, friendships, and the joy of learning. At Cherry Lane, we are passionate about making your child’s first steps into education exciting, positive, and nurturing.
Our Intent – What We Aim to Achieve
At Cherry Lane Nursery, our intent is to provide a rich, inclusive, and inspiring early years experience that supports each child to:
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Feel safe, happy, and confident
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Develop strong language and communication skills
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Build secure relationships and grow in independence
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Foster a love of books and stories
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Explore, question, and develop a lifelong love of learning
We want every child to be school-ready, not only in their early literacy and numeracy skills, but also in their ability to listen, concentrate, manage emotions, and interact positively with others.
We are especially proud of how we promote language and communication at every opportunity. From songs and rhymes to story time and role play, our environment is filled with rich and meaningful language to support vocabulary growth and confidence in speaking.
Our Implementation – How We Bring Learning to Life
Our nursery offers a carefully planned curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), tailored to meet the interests, needs, and learning styles of each child.
We understand that every child is unique, and we are proud to provide a broad range of learning opportunities that cater to different learning styles – whether children learn best through movement, music, hands-on exploration, quiet reflection, or collaborative play.
We are extremely proud of our nursery environment, both indoors and outdoors. Each area has been thoughtfully designed to:
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Spark curiosity and independence
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Encourage children to make choices and follow their interests
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Promote all areas of development through open-ended resources, imaginative play, creative activities, and sensory exploration
Our beautiful garden acts as an outdoor classroom, providing children with daily opportunities to connect with nature, develop physical skills, and enjoy seasonal learning experiences in the fresh air.
Learning happens through a balance of:
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Child-initiated play (following children’s interests and ideas)
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Adult-led group sessions (modelling skills and encouraging progress)
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Daily interactions that promote speaking, listening, reading, and thinking skills
Books and storytelling are at the heart of our nursery. We aim to nurture a love of reading by surrounding children with stories, rhyme, rhythm, and imagination every single day.
The Impact – What Success Looks Like
We believe that the best measure of success is seeing children leave nursery as:
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Confident, enthusiastic learners
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Able to communicate clearly and kindly
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Emotionally secure and resilient
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Ready to make a smooth and happy transition to Reception and beyond
By the end of their time with us, your child will have built a strong foundation not just in literacy and numeracy, but in all the skills they need to thrive at school: independence, self-care, collaboration, curiosity, and a strong sense of self-worth.
Working in Partnership with Parents
We know that starting nursery can feel exciting and emotional. Your child will look to you for guidance, so your support is key. You can help by:
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Being positive and enthusiastic about nursery
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Talking about their day and what they’ve enjoyed
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Encouraging a happy and confident goodbye in the mornings
We believe in strong home–school partnerships and encourage you to speak with us about any questions, concerns, or celebrations you have. If you’re unable to speak with us directly, you can contact Mrs Rowlands via the school office on 01895 444480.
Get Involved
We warmly welcome parents and carers into nursery life. If you’d like to help out, share a cultural tradition, read a story, or bring in a special skill, please do come and talk to us. We love involving our families in the children’s learning.
Our Topics This Year
We take a topic-based approach to provide variety, structure, and inspiration across the year. Here's what we’ll be exploring:
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Term
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Topic
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Autumn 1
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All about me!
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Autumn 2
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Festivals and Celebrations
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Spring 1
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Ticket to ride
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Spring 2
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Homes and Animals
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Summer 1
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Smell the flowers
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Summer 2
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Fun at the seaside
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Each topic includes books, songs, sensory activities, role play, and open-ended learning opportunities that spark imagination and support development across all areas.
We are incredibly excited to begin this journey with you and your child. Thank you for choosing Cherry Lane Nursery — where children are supported, challenged, and inspired every day.
Warmest wishes,
The Cherry Lane Nursery Team