Holly Room

The Holly room is a soft and cosy play space designed to meet the needs of children from 0 to around 2.5 years of age. 

During these fundamental first years we recognise that children need genuine and well considered care, love and support which is why our Holly Room is well equipped, flexible and homely. 

We use real, natural resources where we can to make the space homely, welcoming and familiar whilst sparking curiosity and providing holistic play and learning opportunities. The room is carefully considered so that opportunities are accessible to children of all different stages of development. A balance of child and adult led planning advises the set up and provision on a regular basis so that the playroom represents and is suitable for the specific interests and learning needs of those using it. As our babies and toddlers learn to use their voice our team are well trained to support our youngest learners who may need help making themselves heard and in doing so build strong relationships and nurturing bonds that help them feel safe and secure.

Children's needs are considered on an individual basis via careful and regular care planning and our team work to manage the playroom in a way that allows varying needs to be met at all times of the day. 

A cosy sleep space is joined to our main play area which allows for flexible safe sleep routines. Chidlren under 1 sleep in cots with 1+ year olds having options of cots or floor beds. Safe sleep bedding is provided for all children and laundered weekly. 

A well equipped kitchen allows children to experience hassle free meal times without leaving the play space. There is a mixed provision of either packed lunches or school meals at lunch time as well as nursery provided morning and afternoon snacks which can be fully adapted to meet requirements. 

Our bathroom has all facilities for nappy changing, potty training and independent toileting allowing your child to be supported at all stages of this process.

Chidlren in this playroom receive a daily diary book to record meals, sleeps and changing throughout the day for families to refer back to. The playroom also uses e-journals for all children to share their learning and development as well as an e-floorbook to share room and nursery wide learning and opportunities. 

There is access to a baby garden just outside of the play room with further access to the wider garden if suitable.