The Manager uses her professional development opportunities to create a very special environment for the children. Laura has introduced Forest School which provides endless opportunities to nurture through nature and promote children’s resilience and independence. The garden is an exciting place for children to explore with plenty of nooks and crannies such as the fairy garden, willow dome and weaving corner. Here children can access the whole curriculum on a large scale in all weathers. Here they lend a hand with the growing and harvesting of fruit and vegetables, learning about the importance of healthy eating as well as the benefits of fresh air and exercise. Children spend time in their kitchen area, preparing snacks and simple dishes such as fruit salad, soups and pizzas. Good quality produce is used and unhealthy additives avoided. Birthday cakes are always a team effort, baked and decorated by the children. The Hambleton Nursery’s atmosphere has to be experienced. The staff team shares a special relationship which comes from working together over many years; that is evident to families who use our service. Swim sessions and library trips are weekly events, offered and children go on trips to local places of interest such as farms, the Butterfly House, the beach and the park.
