Kindred Calverton Crookdole Lane Nursery and Pre-School

Kindred Calverton Crookdole Lane Nursery and Pre-School, located in Calverton, Nottingham, cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Each child is recognised as an individual, with their unique needs, interests and development considered in planning a challenging and enjoyable experience across the EYFS seven areas of learning and development. The team reflect on the different rates at which children develop and adjust practice appropriately. Their aim is to support every child in their care to attain their maximum potential within their individual capabilities.

The team provide a positive, inclusive play environment for every child, so they develop good social skills and an appreciation of all aspects of this country's multi-cultural society. They plan learning experiences to make sure, as far as is practical, that there is equal opportunity for all children and a celebration of diversity.

Every childcare team member is qualified or working towards their qualification and has appropriate training/experience. The service is always in accordance with the latest Standards for Care.

All team members, including students, are interviewed, DBS cleared and receive induction training prior to starting employment. There are group and individual appraisals, and training needs are constantly reviewed and updated. The nursery holds regular staff meetings where issues regarding staff, children and the nursery can be discussed.

They continuously reflect on the quality of service they provide and further develop their practice in line with policy, research, best practice and internal/external feedback. They ensure that they update their business/action plan at least annually and combine this information. They welcome parents’ opinions and contributions to the quality improvement process and actively seek feedback through questionnaires and parents’ evenings. Read less