A Quality Curriculum

At gingerbread house we employ the services of qualified early years teachers.

We offer a curriculum that is not only broad based, but takes into account the individual needs of each child, allowing each child to develop at their own pace.
In each room the experiences offered are appropriate to the child's age and include both indoor and outdoor activities. Children are free to play as part of a group or one their own. This helps them to develop self confidence and social interaction.
Children learn most effectively when they are enjoying themselves and having fun, this is why we promote Learning through Play. Obviously different ages of children work towards different goals; this falls into two differing age groups under three's (Birth to Three Matters) and over three's (Foundation Stage)

Under Three's
We operate with the 'Birth to Three Matters' framework, which recognises the holistic nature of development and learning at this age, with a strong emphasis on learning through interaction with others and exploring the world around them. The framework identifies each child's individuality achievements and efforts under the age of three and that childcare provisions need to provide the areas

Over Three's
From the toddler room upwards, we work within the guidelines for the Foundation Stage. The curriculum is delivered through child-led and planned activities, which both offer a chance for learning. All these activities cover the six areas of learning.

• Personal, Social & Emotional Development
• Communication, Language & Literacy.
• Mathematical Development
• Creative Development
• Knowledge & Understanding of the World.
• Physical Development.

At Gingerbread House, the rooms, equipment, resources and outdoor play facilities ensure that the children have constant access to a wide variety of activities and areas that support their development and learning.
The curriculum is planned, delivered and evaluated to ensure that the children receive broad based experiences and knowledge to help them get ready for the transition from Gingerbread House to primary school.
The children are observed and assessed to ensure that the curriculum planned builds on the skills that each child already possesses.