Woodlands

A big welcome to our Nursery 

Meet the team

🌱 Welcome to Our Nursery at Woodlands

At Woodlands, we offer a nurturing and stimulating Nursery class for up to 30 children.

Our morning sessions run from 8:45am to 11:45am.

A Gentle Start

We understand that starting Nursery is a big step—for both children and parents. In the first few days and weeks, we place great importance on creating a calm and positive transition from home to school. Our team works closely with families to ensure every child feels safe, happy, and ready to explore their new environment.

Key Worker System

Each child is assigned a dedicated Key Worker who:

Greets them each morning and supports them at home time

Builds a strong, trusting relationship

Acts as a key link between home and school

This consistent support helps children settle quickly and feel confident in their surroundings.

Learning Through Play

Our highly qualified and experienced staff create a well-planned environment where children can thrive. Each session includes:

Adult-led group time to encourage language, social, and early learning skills

Child-led play where children choose their own activities, both indoors and outdoors

The classroom and outdoor areas are thoughtfully structured to help children feel secure while giving them the freedom to explore. As their confidence grows, so do their interests—and the activities evolve to match.

Growing Together

Our goal is to help children become:

Confident and independent learners

Curious and creative thinkers

Happy and engaged children

We provide a wide variety of experiences to nurture each child’s individual potential.

👩‍🏫 A Dedicated Team

The Nursery team at Woodlands is passionate about early years education. We feel privileged to be part of your child’s first step into learning and are committed to supporting them every step of the way. 

Our Learning 

Listening and Speaking: Encouraging active listening and retelling of stories.

Language Development: Introducing new vocabulary and talking about feelings and expressing  needs.

Winter Term Focus: 

Celebrations around the world!

Learning opportunities

Children will learn about different cultures and faiths.

Celebrations

Bonfire Night 

Diwali

Christmas

Curriculum map

Rising Threes

At Woodlands we offer afternoon places for Rising Threes. This means your child would be eligible to start the term after they turn three, in January or April.

Our Rising Threes class offers a secure and stimulating environment for children aged 3 years, alongside our Nursery class.  Practitioners form positive relationships with the children, encouraging them to further develop their confidence in selecting resources and activities of their own choice. The children have access to a full range of continuous provision through indoor and outdoor play, promoting all areas of learning and development. A balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities, incorporating the children’s interests, are planned for.

Activities such as imaginative play and group time experiences provide the opportunity for children to interact and form friendships with their peers. Children are encouraged to develop basic skills and become independent in their health and self-care.

Rising Threes places are afternoon only and are limited so if you would like your child to attend Woodlands Nursery please apply.

Let the school office know you are interested in a Three-Year-Old place – email admin@woodlands.herts.sch.uk

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