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  • What does a day at nursery look like?
  • Our routine
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Nursery Staff with Toddler playing outside

What does a day at nursery look like?

Children do well on structure and routine, but we also value the ability to be flexible and impulsive.

Each playroom has routines to suit the age, stage, and interests of the children. This helps them feel secure while allowing for plenty of choice and discovery.

Our routine

Welcome and free play

Children settle in and choose activities that interest them. This helps them build independence and confidence.

Toddler smiling in play tunnel

Snack

We offer healthy, balanced snacks each day to keep children energised and ready to learn and play.

Nursery child drinking

Free play, focus activity, and garden

Focused time for group activities, stories, singing, and early learning experiences.

Nursery children painting

Lunch

Shared mealtimes encourage social skills, healthy habits, and conversation.

  • Meals we provide
Mealtimes at nursery

Sleep / rest and quiet time

Opportunities for naps or calm activities, especially for younger children.

Kiddies' Cabin Sleep room with empty cots

Free play, focus activity, and garden

Daily access to secure gardens for physical activity, nature exploration, and fresh air.

2 children riding trikes

Tea

Tea is served in the afternoon to keep children happy and smiling until home time.

Tea time at nursery

Wind down and home time

We help children wind down and get ready for home by ensuring a calm and happy end to their nursery day. This involves more free play, a focus activity, and a light snack.

Nursery Staff playing with Girl

Our rooms

Each nursery has a baby room, toddler room, and pre-school room which each have their own name.

Baby room (usually 6 months to 2 years old)

Our baby room offers a calm, nurturing space where little ones can feel safe, supported, and gently encouraged as they grow and explore.

Jack in the Box Baby room

Toddler room (usually 2 to 3 years old)

Designed for exploration and growing independence, with activities that encourage curiosity, language, and social skills. We also give support for early potty training.

Under 2's (toddlers) playroom

Pre-school room (usually 3 to 4 years old)

A learning environment that supports development, creativity, and school readiness.

Jack in the Box Preschool room

What we offer

Curriculum and learning

How we support every child’s unique learning journey, following the EYFS framework.

Curriculum and learning

Meals and nutrition

Fresh, healthy meals and snacks prepared on site, with dietary needs catered for.

Meals and nutrition

Outdoor play and facilities

Our secure gardens, nature areas, and the importance of outdoor learning.

Outdoor play & facilities

Inclusion and SEND support

How we welcome and support every child, including those with additional needs.

Inclusion & SEND support

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If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us, we’re always happy to help.

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We provide 3 nurseries in Berkshire. Jack In The Box nursery in Slough, Kiddies’ Cabin nursery in Maidenhead, and Little Dragons nursery in Reading.

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