Introduction to Southernwood

Introduction

Proprietor: Christine Dymond B.Ed Hons (Early Years Teacher)

"Working with young children and early education has been a passion of mine for the past 30 years. Having worked in a variety of settings with a cross section of children including disabled and special needs and having taught in the main stream, I decided that the most important part of education has to be their first experience at the nursery and that if the children are excited and enthusiastic about learning, they will go off to school with a positive attitude".

"We feel very strongly at "Southernwood" that small children should be well socialised and have a wide range of experiences with opportunities to make decisions, help to solve problems and develop their own initiative so that they develop as independent and confident little human beings".

Our Aims are to Provide

a stimulating and caring environment for every child
To gradually introduce Phonetic and number work using games rhymes and structured play.
To provide for a range of scientific explorations both indoors and in the garden.
To provide a balanced, creative and learning atmosphere.
To show respectful awareness of the cultural and religious background of all our children

Stories, Drama, Music, Art and cooking play an active part in our daily routine. All the activities are rotated to allow children attending part-time to enjoy the full range of activities

We will always be available to answer any questions you may have. Southernwood operates an open door policy and welcome visitors of all ages.