Active play is the learning way!

This is our motto so how do we achieve it?

When we created Skylark in 2006 our own children were young. Our vision was to make a setting that would encompass what we wanted for our children. We have established an inviting environment, with a homely atmosphere, where children feel safe and happy to explore, and there is lots of space to be active and creative.

Our setting has 3 ‘Areas’, rather than closed rooms. The areas are for children aged 6 months-2 years (Sunbeams Area), 2 years-3 years (Rainbows Area) and 3 years-5 years (Little Stars Area). We find this open-plan layout, which is all on the ground floor, allows the children opportunities to interact with different aged children including with siblings and all areas have easy access to the outdoors.

OFSTED

We adhere to the adult/child ratios in all areas as guided
by OFSTED:

Under 2’s
1 adult : 3 children

2-3 years
1 adult : 4 children

3-5 years
1 adult : 8 children

Equal opportunities

We welcome all children aged 6 months to 5 years. We provide inclusive childcare for children irrespective of religion, ethnicity or disability and we aim to support families as much as we can. Our Safeguarding Officer and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator is Tracey Elliott-Hobson.

‘Mini-gyminis’

This is our take on exercise classes! It could be dancing, yoga or gross motor activities for the 2-5 year olds. Often it is with music and it is always fun, whilst helping the children to develop their coordination and balance.