In the Oak Room, the day becomes a little more structured, with a balance between child-initiated play and adult-led learning experiences. This nurturing environment encourages children to develop confidence, independence and a growing sense of responsibility as they prepare for their transition into our Pre-School room.

All areas of the Oak Room are thoughtfully equipped to support this stage of development, providing opportunities for children to explore, investigate and learn through play. Every activity is a learning opportunity, from sorting shapes and sizes to introduce early mathematical concepts, to stories, songs and nursery rhymes which support communication and language development.

Each child is allocated a dedicated Key Person, along with a Co-Key Person. Working closely together, they ensure continuity of care and support, meeting each child's individual needs and providing consistency when the Key Person is unavailable.

We work closely with parents to support toilet training and encourage children to take increasing responsibility for their personal hygiene, hand washing and daily routines. Through carefully planned experiences and gentle encouragement, children develop the independence, confidence and skills needed for a smooth and successful transition into our Pre-School room.

At Park Day Nursery, we use Famly, an online platform that allows parents and carers to stay connected with their child's day through photos, observations, important updates and daily information about meals, sleep and care routines. This partnership helps us work together to provide the best possible start for every child.