Frequently Asked Questions

What Curriculum do you follow?

Bolton School Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The EYFS curriculum contains national standards.  Further details about the Four Principles of the curriculum can be found http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110202093118/http://nationalstrategies.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/search/earlyyears/results/nav:46528

 

Do you cater for Special Educational Needs & dietary requirements?

Bolton School Nursery upholds and supports the ethos of inclusion in the nursery at all times.  We accept and celebrate human diversity and we support the interests of all children and ensure that they are safeguarded at all times. All children have access to appropriate learning environments, so that they reach their full potential.

 

What age ranges are the rooms?

First Steps - 0-18 months

Tweenies - 18 months -30 months

Caterpillars - 2-3 years

Butterflies - 3-4 years

 

What are you ratios?

0-2 years old require 1 Adult - 3 children ratio

2-3 years old require 1 adult - 4 children ratio

Any child above the age of 3 years requires 1 adult - 8 children ratios

 

What sessions are available?

Full time - 7.30am - 6.00pm

Part Time Mornings - 7.30am - 12.30pm

Part Time Afternoons - 1.30pm - 6.00pm

 

How many children are allowed in the building?

We are registered to have up to 84 children in the setting. 

 

How are fees paid?

Fees are usually paid via Direct Debit on a monthly basis; alternatively they can be paid termly. The deposit is deducted from your first invoice.

 

Does your setting have inspections?

We are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate as we are part of Bolton School. We were inspected last year and we achieved an Outstanding report.

 

Are there any vacancies for my child to start straight away?

We currently do not have any vacancies for an immediate start. We ask for a waiting list application form to be completed and handed in, your application will then be put straight onto the system. All applications are checked every 2 weeks. The waiting list at the moment can vary between 6 - 12 months.

 

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