Baby Room

Babies are totally dependent on adults to provide for their experiences and development until they are mobile. Their needs are met with freedom of movement, stimulation, and their natural curiosity is encouraged and nurtured which allows a child to naturally progress and demand more, learning and discovering through their senses indoors and out.

Staff always put the needs of the baby first and follow their lead when it comes to play, activity and routine. The areas within the baby room are specifically designed for babies and offer a calm, peaceful and stimulating environment where they can begin to explore the world.

We ensure that each baby has access to experiences that will promote their development. For example:

• Treasure baskets Exploring natural objects, textures and colours, using all their senses
• Sand & water play Enjoying the look and soothing feel of sand and water and the continuous changes that occur as they pat, splash, dump and pour.
• Role-play Developing communication through songs, stories and games.
• Exploring food Different textures, colours and tastes, and encouraging independence at meal times.
• Messy play To test out their ideas and begin to explore creativity.
• Outdoor play Provides babies with a wonderful sensory and physical learning environment.