Victoria House Neighbourhood Nursery

Victoria House Nursery: Our Identity

Welcome to Victoria House Nursery, a leading childcare provider located in the heart of Smethwick, West Midlands. Our nursery, situated at Corbett Street, B66 3PX, is a home away from home for children, where they can learn, grow, and thrive. We are proud to have a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the highest standard of care and education for every child in our setting.

Our Mission and Values

At Victoria House Nursery, our mission is to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children are valued as individuals, and their achievements are encouraged and celebrated. We believe that every child is unique, and we strive to provide a personalized approach to learning and development that meets their individual needs, interests, and abilities.

Our core values are centred on respect, kindness, and inclusivity. We believe that every child has the right to feel secure, valued, and listened to, and we are committed to fostering a culture of mutual respect and understanding among children, parents, and staff.

Our Services

We offer high-quality childcare and education services for children aged between six months and five years. Our services include full-time and part-time care, as well as flexible sessions that can be tailored to meet the needs of individual families. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, which is designed to support children's learning and development in the following areas:

• Communication and Language
• Physical Development
• Personal, Social and Emotional Development
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Understanding the World
• Expressive Arts and Design

Our experienced and highly qualified practitioners use a combination of play-based and structured learning activities to support children's development in these areas. We believe that learning should be a fun and enjoyable experience, and we strive to provide a wide range of opportunities for children to explore, investigate, and experiment in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Pedagogy

At Victoria House Nursery, we believe that listening to young children is the foundation for quality early childhood practice. We recognise that children who feel valued and listened to are able to develop their independence, self-esteem, and ability to make choices. Our practitioners use their observational and reflective skills to ensure that each individual child's needs are being met and their interests are followed.

We believe that the relationship between practitioners and children is central to children's learning and development. Our practitioners are warm, caring, and responsive, and they work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure that children's individual needs and routines are met.

Our Team

Our team is made up of highly qualified and experienced early years practitioners, who are committed to providing the best possible care and education for every child in our setting. We recognise the importance of ongoing professional development and training, and we invest in our staff to ensure that they have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to provide high-quality early years education.

Our Rooms

Our nursery is divided into four rooms, which are designed to cater for the specific needs and interests of children at different stages of development. Each room is carefully planned and resourced to provide a stimulating and engaging environment for children to learn and play.

• Baby Room: Our baby room provides a warm, homely environment for children aged six months to two years. Our staff provide a high level of care and attention, and they work closely with parents to ensure that individual routines and needs are met.
• Toddler Room: Our toddler room is designed for children aged two to three years. Our staff provide a balance of play-based and structured activities to support children's emerging independence and autonomy.
• Pre-School Room: Our pre-school room is designed for children aged three to five years. Our staff provide a range of learning activities that are designed to support children's readiness for school.
• Outside Area: Our outside area provides a secure and stimulating environment for children to explore and learn in the fresh air. We have a range of resources, including bikes, balls, and sand and water play equipment.

Session Times and Policies

Our opening hours are from 7:30am till 6:15pm, Monday to Friday. We offer flexible session times to suit the needs of individual families.

We have a range of policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in our setting. These include policies on safeguarding, behaviour, equality and diversity, and special educational needs and disability (SEND). Our policies are available for parents and carers to view on request.

Healthy Eating and Places Available

We believe that a healthy diet is essential for children's growth and development, and we provide a range of nutritious and balanced meals and snacks throughout the day. We are committed to promoting healthy eating habits and providing children with the skills and knowledge they need to make healthy food choices.

We currently have places available in all of our rooms, and we welcome new children and families to join our nursery community.

Ofsted and Holiday Club

We are registered and inspected by Ofsted, and we are proud to have received a 'Good' rating in our most recent inspection. Our staff are committed to maintaining and improving the quality of our provision, and we welcome feedback from parents and carers.

We also offer a holiday club for school-aged children during the school holidays. Our holiday club provides a range of fun and engaging activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and cooking.

Careers

We are committed to recruiting and developing the best early years practitioners, and we welcome applications from qualified and experienced individuals who share our values and vision.