Our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provides the very best start to your child’s learning journey. At St Mary’s, we create a warm, stimulating environment where curiosity is celebrated, independence is encouraged, and every child feels valued. We believe that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful experiences, supported by caring and skilled staff who extend learning through conversation, questioning, and shared discovery.
Our curriculum is underpinned by the EYFS framework, ensuring that learning is holistic and interconnected across the seven areas of development:
Prime Areas
- Communication and Language
- Physical Development
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Specific Areas
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Through a balance of adult-led activities and child-initiated play, we help children develop resilience, confidence, and a love of learning. Our beautiful outdoor spaces provide opportunities for exploration and adventure all year round, supporting physical development and a connection with nature.
We work in close partnership with parents to ensure every child feels happy, secure, and ready to thrive. At St Mary’s, our goal is simple: to give every child the strongest possible foundation for future success.