Nursery
Hello Nursery families
A very warm welcome to all our new families and a heartfelt welcome back to those returning to Sparrow Farm to continue their learning journey in Nursery.
In Nursery, we are committed to giving children the best possible start to their education. We focus on helping them settle in so they feel safe, secure, and confident to all areas of learning. At Sparrow farm, we place great importance on children’s happiness and emotional wellbeing, and we foster a culture of kindness, friendship and thoughtfulness.
We will be supporting the children in demonstrating our core values by encouraging them to be ambitious, bold, and curious as they explore and grow in Nursery.
Nursery
Throughout the year, our focus will be on developing the children’s skills across the prime areas of learning, which are:
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) – helping children build positive relationships, develop confidence, and manage their emotions.
- Communication and Language – supporting children in listening attentively, understanding language, and expressing themselves clearly.
- Physical Development – enhancing both fine and gross motor skills, as well as promoting healthy choices and self-care.
In addition to these, we will also begin to explore the specific areas of learning, which include:
- Literacy – fostering an interest in books, stories, and early mark-making and writing.
- Mathematics – introducing early number skills, patterns, shapes, and spatial awareness.
- Understanding the World – encouraging curiosity about the world around them, including people, cultures, and the natural environment.
- Expressive Arts and Design – inspiring creativity through music, role play, art, and imaginative activities.
By nurturing these areas, we aim to provide a rich and balanced early learning experience that supports every child’s development.
How can you help?
- We ask all children to come to nursery with a full change of clothes and a bottle of water each day. Spare clothes can remain at school on your child’s peg. Please clearly label all items.
- During the autumn term, we invite parents in to support the children in getting familiar with their routine, including hanging up coats, putting water bottles away, finding their name and going to the toilet, before going to play. After the half term break, we will encourage the children and parents to wave goodbye at the door to allow the children a chance to have a go at doing this by themselves.
- Ensure to be on time to drop off and collect. Nursery doors open at 8.30am/ 12.30pm for drop off and 11.30am/2.30pm/3.30pm for pick-ups. We kindly ask that all children are collected on time, as this helps ensure a smooth and reassuring end to their day
- If you have any questions, please email us at nursery@sparrowfarm.hounslow.sch.uk.
Thank you for your continued support. We are looking forward to a wonderful term ahead, filled with learning, laughter, and growth. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to speak to a member of the Nursery team.
the Nursery team
Experiences in early years have a major impact on their future life chances. A secure, safe, and happy childhood is important in its own right. Good parenting and high-quality early learning provide the foundation children need to fulfil their potential
(EYFS Statutory Framework, 2024)