The Edinburgh Nursery
WELCOME
The experience of our staff and length of service with the company is something that we are proud of and we are confident that as a parent you will value. You will find details of our staff, their qualifications and experience under each unit and we believe strongly that the quality experience and knowledge of our staff is what provides carers with reassurance about placing your child with us. We are committed to a staff development and CPD training and all our qualified staff are registered with the Scottish Social Services Council. We are very proud of our Care Commission inspections which provide a thorough and independent review of our service and are delighted that all four units of the Edinburgh Nursery our two crèches, one nursery and one preschool have achieved level 6 “Excellent” gradings. This is recognition of our staff’s professionalism, enthusiasm and genuine interest in the development and promotion of quality childcare. I would urge you to check www.scswis.com website to review inspection reports for any nursery or childcare setting as you can be assured of an independent thorough inspection.
Both our crèche units are run on the same policies, ethos, aims and principles but of course parental preference will come into play when deciding which of the crèches you prefer. The small home from home environment at Broughton Street allows children to make their first move to care away from the home in a very supportive environment. With only 9 children each day we definitely get to know you well during your time with us. The busier crèche at East London Street which welcomes 18 children each day is fabulous for introducing your child to their first social experiences away from home and the opportunity to meet lots of other children for friendship and fun. We are sure that whichever crèche you ultimately decide suits your needs that you will appreciate our ability to focus purely on children up to the age of 2, their development requirements and your child as an individual. We record for parents through the children’s Personal Learning Profiles (known as All About Me Books) our individualised planning for your child’s relationships, respect, and responsive care. When your child is ready to move onto our Nursery at 3 Beaverhall Road our staff will manage the settling process for your child (who has a guaranteed place no need to rebook), we will show you around the Nursery and arrange for your child to move with other children with whom they are friendly. The progression onto Pre-School is seamless as the buildings are situated together (129 Broughton Road) and the children visit and are in and out of the buildings during their time at Nursery. (We also recognise that this may seem a long way off as you are just embarking on your journey into childcare and will return to this in more detail later on!) Please be assured that both our Nursery and Pre-School have achieved level 6 “Excellence” gradings and the full inspections can be viewed online.
YOUR NEEDS
Breast Feeding – The Edinburgh Nursery welcomes mothers who wish to breast-feed their child. If you are breastfeeding then please let us know so that we can fully accommodate your requirements. However we do ask that your child is able to drink from a bottle or beaker so that staff can give additional fluids as necessary.
Real Nappy Initiative. The Nursery is delighted to support parents who wish to use real nappies. We are able to store them hygienically for you until the end of the Nursery day or to act as a collection point for laundry services. Please speak to a member of staff if you wish to make these arrangements.
THE EDINBURGH NURSERY CRECHE
OUR AIMS
We aim to know and respect each child and carer as an individual
We aim that all our children are given the freedom and support within the Nursery to express themselves
We recognise that each child is an individual and has a right to be responded to and be treated with genuine respect at all times.
We aim for children to become independent, to be encouraged to practise new skills and that they are fully supported at all times in exploring new experiences.
We recognise that relationships are influential and that they provide the basis for young children’s development and learning. We aim to make our relationships personal, individual and responsive.
We aim to work at all times in PARTNERSHIP with parents and carers and others involved in the child’s life.
We aim to foster relationships with CARERS and PARENTS that enhance the understanding of the child as an individual.
All of our staff wear uniforms, yellow for students, blue for qualified staff and red for Senior Staff and Managers. We always display staff photos on our notice board and for all the units so that you will immediately recognise staff caring for your child.
All our staff are qualified or in college education and every qualified member of staff is also registered with the Scottish Social Services Council as professional childcare practitioners
When you enter the Edinburgh Nursery you can be assured of a warm welcome, you will always be greeted by one of our staff who will be able to tell you what is planned for the day, tell you what has happened that day, or simply to answer any questions you may have. At regular intervals we hold Parents’ Evenings. These are informal sessions where you and the staff at The Edinburgh Nursery get together to discuss your child’s development. The Parents’ Evenings are an opportunity for you to give feedback and to discuss your child’s development and future needs.
Many thanks for taking the time to come and visit us today. If we can provide any further information for you then please let us know. Our website is www.theedinburghnursery.com.
CONTACT US
Telephone 0131-557-5675
Email edinburghnursery@btconnect.com
WELCOME
The experience of our staff and length of service with the company is something that we are proud of and we are confident that as a parent you will value. You will find details of our staff, their qualifications and experience under each unit and we believe strongly that the quality experience and knowledge of our staff is what provides carers with reassurance about placing your child with us. We are committed to a staff development and CPD training and all our qualified staff are registered with the Scottish Social Services Council. We are very proud of our Care Commission inspections which provide a thorough and independent review of our service and are delighted that all four units of the Edinburgh Nursery our two crèches, one nursery and one preschool have achieved level 6 “Excellent” gradings. This is recognition of our staff’s professionalism, enthusiasm and genuine interest in the development and promotion of quality childcare. I would urge you to check www.scswis.com website to review inspection reports for any nursery or childcare setting as you can be assured of an independent thorough inspection.
Both our crèche units are run on the same policies, ethos, aims and principles but of course parental preference will come into play when deciding which of the crèches you prefer. The small home from home environment at Broughton Street allows children to make their first move to care away from the home in a very supportive environment. With only 9 children each day we definitely get to know you well during your time with us. The busier crèche at East London Street which welcomes 18 children each day is fabulous for introducing your child to their first social experiences away from home and the opportunity to meet lots of other children for friendship and fun. We are sure that whichever crèche you ultimately decide suits your needs that you will appreciate our ability to focus purely on children up to the age of 2, their development requirements and your child as an individual. We record for parents through the children’s Personal Learning Profiles (known as All About Me Books) our individualised planning for your child’s relationships, respect, and responsive care. When your child is ready to move onto our Nursery at 3 Beaverhall Road our staff will manage the settling process for your child (who has a guaranteed place no need to rebook), we will show you around the Nursery and arrange for your child to move with other children with whom they are friendly. The progression onto Pre-School is seamless as the buildings are situated together (129 Broughton Road) and the children visit and are in and out of the buildings during their time at Nursery. (We also recognise that this may seem a long way off as you are just embarking on your journey into childcare and will return to this in more detail later on!) Please be assured that both our Nursery and Pre-School have achieved level 6 “Excellence” gradings and the full inspections can be viewed online.
YOUR NEEDS
Breast Feeding – The Edinburgh Nursery welcomes mothers who wish to breast-feed their child. If you are breastfeeding then please let us know so that we can fully accommodate your requirements. However we do ask that your child is able to drink from a bottle or beaker so that staff can give additional fluids as necessary.
Real Nappy Initiative. The Nursery is delighted to support parents who wish to use real nappies. We are able to store them hygienically for you until the end of the Nursery day or to act as a collection point for laundry services. Please speak to a member of staff if you wish to make these arrangements.
THE EDINBURGH NURSERY CRECHE
OUR AIMS
We aim to know and respect each child and carer as an individual
We aim that all our children are given the freedom and support within the Nursery to express themselves
We recognise that each child is an individual and has a right to be responded to and be treated with genuine respect at all times.
We aim for children to become independent, to be encouraged to practise new skills and that they are fully supported at all times in exploring new experiences.
We recognise that relationships are influential and that they provide the basis for young children’s development and learning. We aim to make our relationships personal, individual and responsive.
We aim to work at all times in PARTNERSHIP with parents and carers and others involved in the child’s life.
We aim to foster relationships with CARERS and PARENTS that enhance the understanding of the child as an individual.
All of our staff wear uniforms, yellow for students, blue for qualified staff and red for Senior Staff and Managers. We always display staff photos on our notice board and for all the units so that you will immediately recognise staff caring for your child.
All our staff are qualified or in college education and every qualified member of staff is also registered with the Scottish Social Services Council as professional childcare practitioners
When you enter the Edinburgh Nursery you can be assured of a warm welcome, you will always be greeted by one of our staff who will be able to tell you what is planned for the day, tell you what has happened that day, or simply to answer any questions you may have. At regular intervals we hold Parents’ Evenings. These are informal sessions where you and the staff at The Edinburgh Nursery get together to discuss your child’s development. The Parents’ Evenings are an opportunity for you to give feedback and to discuss your child’s development and future needs.
Many thanks for taking the time to come and visit us today. If we can provide any further information for you then please let us know. Our website is www.theedinburghnursery.com.
CONTACT US
Telephone 0131-557-5675
Email edinburghnursery@btconnect.com