About the Nursery

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Kidspace Nursery is located within the small village of Markfield, Leicestershire. The premises is divided into three main areas. There is an under 2’s room (baby room) with a main play area, a messy area and rest room. The baby room also has their own secure garden which holds many inquisitive toys as well as shaded areas for the warmer days. 

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There is a 2 to 3 years room (Toddlers room) which again is split into 3 areas, with a small private garden that can accommodate water, sand and imaginative play. Our 3-4 years room (Pre-School) this is are largest room and has a free flow system. Having large patio doors leading to the main outside space, means that children can have access to the outdoors at all times. Our Preschool room has a home corner, loose parts, mathematics area as well as child’s interest boxes. All of our rooms have constant access to craft, sand and water play.  

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We are very fortunate to be able to offer our children access to our own purpose build woodland area. We have trees to climb, reading areas, rocky bridge, mud kitchen, as well as many imaginary play resources. Kidspace Nursery believe in teaching our children the importance of understanding where our foods come from, as well as the meaning of healthy food choices, children enjoy planting and caring for our crops, such as potatoes, carrots, garlic and even the odd Melon. As well as plants a sensory garden has been created whereby herbs have been planted to stimulate their senses and introduce new smells and touch.

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Toilet and baby changing facilities are available to all children, within each room.

The kitchen area, staff room and office remain out of bounds to children.

The Nursery operates between 7.30am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year. We are closed for Bank Holidays and a week at Christmas

The Nursery is registered to take 51 children per session, 24 over 2’s and 27 under 2’s. The number of children we are registered to take is never exceeded. Adult/Child ratios are in accordance with OFSTED regulations. 

 

The minimum staffing ratios are:

• One adult to three children under 2 years 

• One adult to five children aged 2 years 

• One adult to eight children aged 3 – 4 years 

 

Kidspace Nursery believe that parents are the prime carers and educators of their children and are invited to be involved in all aspects of the Nursery. We hold several fundraising days throughout the year and parents are encouraged to take part.

Kidspace Nursery is covered by public liability and employer’s liability insurance. Certificates are displayed on the Parents Board by the front door.

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