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Riverside Day Nursery
Sure Start, Market Arcade, Gainsborough, DN21 2DY
01427 676115
riverside@heathfarmdaynurseries.co.uk
Riverside Day Nursery is based at the Children’s Centre in the market town of Gainsborough. The location of nursery gives it its name; based in the centre of the town the nursery is easily accessible to the surrounding villages.
Organisation of the day at Riverside Day Nursery
Upon arrival in the morning the children will be offered breakfast and a drink.
They are then guided into small groups according to their age and the ratio of staff to children.
The children will then move around the different areas of the nursery and participate in the various activities in each area.
The Toddler Room
The toddler room is a large and spacious nursery room which houses a host of activity areas and acts a s a base room for the children aged between 2-3years. The Home Corner, reflects the current theme, be it a Doctor’s surgery, a shop, or a castle. A music system will be available to reinforce other activities such as music and dance / movement.
There will be room for large scale floor play such as Construction, Duplo, or Miniature World play such as the Farm, Jungle world, Cars, Animal Hospital, or the Family Doll’s House. The toddler room will also have the flexibility to host group activities such as singing, dancing and physical activities.
In really cold or wet weather; climbing apparatus or small apparatus will be used in this large room. It is important that your child has the opportunity to let off some steam whilst simultaneously developing their physical skills.
The Pre-School Room
Off the entrance lobby, this room acts as a base for the older children. This is a space that the children can access resources that are more age appropriate for their stage of development. They can set something up and return to it at a later date without it being interfered with or pose a risk to the younger children.
A computer will be in this area and children will have access to programmes appropriate to their level of development. Mouse control and hand-eye coordination will be greatly enhanced by regular but regulated access. Children will be given the opportunity to use the computer during each session.
Creative / Wet & Messy Area
This area will host the painting, water, sand, soil and clay play! In fact - anything wet or messy! A structured activity will always reflect the monthly theme. Aprons will be provided, however please do not send them in their best clothes.
Outdoor Play
The children will have their own vegetable garden containers and potting area, the produce of which will be used in the kitchen for their meals. The children will be involved with planting seeds, watering, weeding and harvesting from their garden.
We have a raised section in the garden which hosts a large sand pit and also doubles up as a stage for the children to role play on. We have a sectioned of area for quiet and reflective moments. There is a den and a variety of slides and apparatus to suit the seasonal needs.
In fine weather the children will be outside as much as possible, even for a picnic tea! We have 2 little play houses for children to role play inside. We have a digging area and lots of plants and trees for the children to help us look after.
The Ride-on-toy area has a selection of trikes and vehicles. Other areas enable year round outdoor activities such as a chalk board, sand and water play.
The climbing frame and slide have an all weather surface.
All children will have the opportunity for outdoor free play and a structured outdoor activity during each session. We aim to encourage your child to accomplish a host of physical skills using their body and small apparatus.
Get in Touch
Riverside Day Nursery
Market Street, Gainsborough, DN21 2DY
riverside@heathfarmdaynurseries.co.uk
Tel: 01427 676115