The information in this section is provided in alphabetic order for you convenience. If you have a specific question simply click on the relevant heading to get to the sections of interest.
TKC Day Nursery
- Admission
- Code of Conduct
- Curriculum
- Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Ethos
- Key Person
- Menu & Nutrition
- Parent Partnership
- Policies
- Registration
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
- Settle sessions
- Staff
ADMISSION
Sessions can be booked with TKC Day Nursery on a funded only, part time or full time basis. If you wish your child to register with TKC Day Nursery, please complete our online Contact Us form which is available here . One of our team will then get in touch with you to discuss your requirements and session availability, arrange settle sessions and agree a proposed start date. Our team will ensure you have all the information you need.
The Deposit and sessions fees due should be paid in advance of your child starting nursery. We have a comprehensive TKC Registration booklet for all parent/carers to complete prior to the start date. If you need any assistance with completing any of our forms, please call to speak with one of our team or we can simply complete them with you at the settle session.
CODE OF CONDUCT (PARENT, CARERS & VISITORS)
TKC is a caring and supportive day nursery we provide a safe, happy and secure learning environment.
We are extremely fortunate to have supportive, helpful and friendly parent/carers who recognise that educating children is a process involving close partnership with home.
The purpose of our Code of Conduct is to provide a reminder to all parents/carers and visitors about the expected level of conduct at TKC. We should all work together to provide a safe and positive environment for the children. Our Code of Conduct is detailed in the TKC Registration Brochure, and below is summarised below:
Parents, Carers and Visitors will:
- respect the caring ethos and values of our nursery.
- work together with TKC staff for the benefit of the children.
- set a good example in their own speech and behaviour towards all members of the nursery community.
- approach our nursery and TKC staff in a calm and respectful manner, to resolve any issues of concern or to discuss and clarify specific events in order to bring about a positive solution.
- support and reinforce the nursery’s policies on Behaviour and Use of Mobile Phones and smart devices.
- respect the learning environment appropriately (both in nursery and off site).
- park with consideration and respect for others when delivering and collecting children from nursery.
- use social media respectfully, responsibly and with honesty and integrity.
TKC will not tolerate Parents, Carers and Visitors:
- acting aggressively, using inappropriate language, displaying temper or acting in a threatening manner towards, staff, children or parents on the nursery premises.
- threatening harm or physical aggression towards children, members of staff or parent/carers.
- damaging or destroying nursery property.
- smoking and consuming alcohol or other drugs on our nursery site or accessing the nursery site whilst intoxicated.
- dogs being brought onto our nursery premises (other than guide dogs or other support dogs).
- social Media, phones, text message, emails or otherwise being used to fuel complaints or concerns against our nursery, children, staff or parents or being used for libellous or defamatory posts or cyber bullying.
TKC will take all appropriate action in these circumstances.
Together we hope to create a positive and uplifting environment for not only the children but also all who work and visit our nursery.
CURRICULUM
TKC aims to ensure all children receive the best possible learning experience. That they receive, quality teaching which enriches them and encourages them to make the right choices.
TKC practitioners use each learning objective of our Curriculum in order to translate and meet the requirements of the EYFS, using the non-statutory guidance Developmental Matters as an guide.
Children come to TKC having had different backgrounds and experiences than others. The aim of our Enrichment and Specialist Groups are to provide individually adaptive teaching opportunities for all the children, as well as trying to maximise and diversify learning opportunities through the skills and interests of our staff team – e.g. ‘TKC Community’, ‘Around the World’ and ‘Nature Nurture’ areas of learning, walks, trips out and daily individualised planning, also play a part in the enrichment areas of TKC practice.
Through, quality teaching practices and developmental tracking, our practitioners evaluate the knowledge and understanding of each individual child. Quickly, identifying any gaps in their learning so delays can be swiftly identified.
A detailed booklet summarising the TKC Curriculum is available for review on the Parent Board. You will also receive a Curriculum leaflet prior to your Parent Chat, just to make sure you understand our Curriculum and to make sure you feel part of each step of your child’s learning journey with us.
EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE (EYFS)
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is guidance provided by Department of Education. The EYFS sets the standard for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to five years. It comprises a set of common principles, commitments and approaches to deliver quality early education and experiences for children.
There are seven areas of learning and development that shape educational programmes in Early Years. These seven areas comprise three Prime and four Specific areas. All areas of learning and development are important and are inter-connected and prompt children curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Creating early capacity to learn, form relationships and thrive.
The three Prime areas are:
- Communication & language giving children opportunities to experience a rich language environment; to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves; and to speak and listen in a range of situations. Mark making areas are accessible at all times.
- Physical development providing opportunities for young children to be active and interactive; and to develop their co-ordination, control, and movement. We help the children understand the importance of physical activity and healthy living. Our curriculum focuses on personal care and how to make healthy choices in relation to food.
- PSED helping children to develop a positive sense of themselves, and others to; form positive relationships and develop respect for others; develop social skills and learn how manage their feelings; to understand appropriate behaviour in groups; and to have confidence in their own abilities.
TKC practitioners support childrens learning in the four specific areas. Quality teaching within the specific areas described below, supports learning in the above Prime areas.
The four Specific areas are:
- Literacy encouraging children to link sounds and letters and to begin to read and write. The children have access to a wide range of reading materials (e.g books, poems) to spark their interest.
- Mathematics providing children with opportunities to develop and improve their skills in counting, understanding and using numbers, calculating simple addition and subtraction problems; and to describe shapes, spaces, and measures.
- Understanding the World guiding children to make sense of their physical world, their local and worldwide community through opportunities to explore, observe and find out about people, nationalities, places, technology and the environment.
- Expressive Arts and Design enabling children to explore and play with a wide range of media and materials. The children have lots of opportunities and encouragement to play. To share their thoughts, ideas and feelings with their friends. They will have the chance to engage in many new and exciting activities, ones that will spark their interest.
ETHOS
The TKC philosophy is that ALL children should have the opportunity to develop their full potential (whether academic, artistic, literacy or otherwise), within a safe environment. We are committed to providing this environment, and teaching children about the ethical, environmental and moral issues that impact our local community and the worldwide society.
Our commitment to each and every child in our care shows in many ways, TKC:
- provide a warm, friendly and home from home environment where each child is encouraged to reach their full potential through praise, sensitivity and mutual respect.
- desire to ensure that each child is given every opportunity to develop, we work in close partnership with our parents/carers.
- premises which are adapted to meet the needs of children at different ages.
- tailor learning programmes for all ages.
- emphasis on healthy, balanced nutrition and physical exercise.
KEY PERSON
TKC operate the Key Person system. The Key Person approach means your child is being cared for by someone who knows all about their unique, likes, interests and needs. Your child’s Key Person will be the practitioner with whom they build a special and unique bond. This relationship will serve to provide your little one with a sense of security, which we hope gives you confidence that your child’s emotional and physical needs are being met.
You will get to know your child’s Key Person well through face-to-face chats at pick-ups and drops offs, Parent Chats throughout the year as well through messaging through our App. You are also more than likely to hear their name a lot at home, as your child starts chatting about all the fun they have been having at nursery!
MENU & NUTRITION
TKC menus are designed by a dietician to make sure children in our care receive a nutritionally balanced diet. Through a nutritionally interesting menu, we aim to teach the children that trying new food from around the world, is exciting. You can view a sample menu here and read more about how TKC approach healthy living on out Nutrition page.
TKC day nursery’s have consistently been awarded 5 stars by the Food Standards Agency. For more information check out our food rating on the Food Standards Agency website.
PARENT PARTNERSHIP
TKC use an amazing App to communicate with our parents and to maintain a learning journey, for each child. Access to these packages ensure that our parents are kept up to date and feel part of your little ones day. You can also use our App to send messages to your Key Person, make payment, book adhoc sessions and to check your personal details are correct.
TKC also use several other modes of communication including TKC News, posts on social media, Parent Chats and Consultations. Please visit our TKC News section.
POLICIES
At TKC Day Nursery, we recognise the importance of adhering to clear and effective policies and procedures. We understand that to keep children safe in our care and to provide quality childcare, we must review how we meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage in our nurseries.
Our policies and procedures are adapted in accordance with practice, and in many cases with input from parent/carers and through working with external agencies. Below are some of our policies which you may require.
- Data Protection and Confidentiality
- Inclusion and Equality
- Medication
- Mobile Phone and Electronic Device Use
- Safeguarding Children/Child Protection
- Settling In
- Sickness and Illness
- Special Education Needs and Disabilities
- Whistleblowing
A file of all TKC policies can be found here in the Nursery office, and on the Policies section of the website here.
REGISTRATION WITH TKC
To register a place for your child with TKC Day Nursery, kindly complete the online Contact Us form which is available here. We sometimes have to operate a waiting list for specific days which can change throughout the year, so it is important to let us know your requirements as soon as possible.
SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & CHILD PROTECTION
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and develop in an environment that is safe and secure; at TKC Day Nursery we work extremely hard to offer an enabling environment for children, where risks are minimised and well-managed, and children are protected from harm and abuse.
TKC have policies and procedures, which are reviewed regularly by Ofsted/ Local Authority, to make sure we keep children safe, and we might ask you questions about your child’s welfare. Our safeguarding policy can be viewed on the Policies page of this website.
Safeguarding at TKC means:
- safeguarding children and adults.
- having a culture of listening and noticing.
- hearing and responding to the children’s voice.
- getting to know families.
- having a culture of vigilance.
- being professionally curious.
- focusing on anti-bullying.
- communicating effectively with children, families, staff, other nurseries/schools and agencies.
- understanding legislation.
- having policies and procedures in place, understood and followed by all.
- constantly assessing our practice and being up to date with training and advice.
Any indication that a child may be suffering from abuse or neglect will immediately initiate TKC child safeguarding/ protection procedures, overseen by Andi, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Donna (Allegations Manager, DSL Support) of the nursery.
For safeguarding concerns, TKC strictly adhere to the policies and procedures as provided here:
CHAPEL EN LE FRITH
For information about safeguarding and the procedures TKC follow please visit the Derby and Derbyshire Safeguarding Children Partnership. Starting Point will be informed of any concerns TKC staff may have regarding a child’s safety or welfare. Allegations made against a member of the TKC staff/management team will be referred through Starting Point to the Designated Officer (DO).
HEALD GREEN SETTING
For information about safeguarding and the procedures TKC follow please visit the Stockport Safeguarding Children Partnership. The MASSH (Multi Agency Safeguarding Support Hub, Stockport) team and/or the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DO) will be informed of any concerns TKC staff may have regarding a child’s safety/welfare. Allegations made against a member of the TKC staff/management team will be referred to the DO.
For more information about safeguarding and the procedures TKC follow please read the following documents:
Safeguarding Children in Stockport
Further details of TKC Safeguarding arrangements are available to view in the Safeguarding file (the Red File), located in the nursery office.
SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS & DISABILITY
At TKC Day Nursery, we understand that choosing a nursery can be a difficult decision for parents and therefore we aim to provide as much information as possible to support you and your child.
Our SEND Local Offer outlines how we support disabled children as well as those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). To find out more about your Local Offer, please select your region here Stockport and Derbyshire.
SETTLE SESSIONS
Settling in involves you bringing your child into nursery and staying with them on the first visit as they explore their new environment and get to know their Key Person.
Once you decide to register with TKC one of us will get in touch to arrange settle visits. When you are ready, you leave your little one with us for a short time so your child can get used to being in their new environment without you. On your second settle we will ask you to do the same but to leave your little one with us for a longer period of time.
STAFF
Quality childcare is dependent on quality staff. TKC are committed to appointing quality skilled and loyal professionals this ensures we maintain the highest standards of childcare provision. Our TKC staff have an enhanced DBS checks, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene and core training. On registration with TKC you will be provided with our Key Person & Management information sheet which provides information on hobbies, interests, and qualifications of our practitioners.
TKC practitioners are supported by a core team which is made up of Nursery Support and Operations. This ensures that our practitioners focus solely on caring for your little ones, whilst the core team ensure the smooth running of all other aspects of the nursery.
To meet the TKC Management Team, please visit the Our Team page of this website.