We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to our upcoming Open Day on 9th March 2024, from 12pm to 3pm. This special event promises to be a window into the enriching world of early years education that we offer at Shotley Bridge Nursery School, nestled at 36-38 Derwent Street, Blackhill.

A Journey into Early Learning

For over three decades, Shotley Bridge Nursery School has been dedicated to fostering a nurturing, creative, and stimulating environment for our young learners. Our belief in the importance of igniting imagination, encouraging natural curiosity, and nurturing each child to reach their unique potential has shaped our approach to early years education. The Open Day is your opportunity to experience this philosophy in action.

Explore, Discover, and Connect

The Open Day will offer a comprehensive look into the life at our nursery. Here’s what you can expect from your visit:

• Interactive Tours: Be guided through our vibrant, child-led environments that have been carefully designed to stimulate learning and discovery.
• Meet Our Team: Engage with our passionate educators who are the heartbeat of our nursery. Learn about how their dedication and expertise create a supportive and enriching atmosphere for our children.
• Our Vision and Values: Gain insight into the principles that have been the foundation of our practice for over 33 years. Understand how these values are woven into the fabric of our daily activities and curriculum.

Why Choose Us?

Choosing the right nursery is a crucial decision for any parent. At Shotley Bridge Nursery School, we believe that our commitment to a child-led approach, combined with our experienced and passionate staff, makes us an ideal choice for your child’s early educational journey. Our Open Day is a perfect opportunity to see this in practice and to ask any questions you may have about our curriculum, philosophy, and community.

Join Us

We warmly invite all prospective parents and interested families to join us. Whether you are just beginning to explore nursery options for your child or you are familiar with our community and considering enrolling, this day is designed for you.

Mark your calendars:

• Date: 9th March 2024
• Time: 12pm – 3pm
• Location: Shotley Bridge Nursery School, 36-38 Derwent Street, Blackhill, DH8 8LY

For more details or to RSVP, please contact us at 01207 581700. We’re looking forward to meeting you and sharing the special experience that Shotley Bridge Nursery School has to offer.

Let’s embark on this exciting journey together, where your child’s adventure in learning and discovery begins.

Warm regards,

The Team at Shotley Bridge Nursery School

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We raised £426 for this wonderful cause!

On Friday 20th October 2023 we were delighted to welcome families, friends and people from the local community to our Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer support. We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone involved, from those who donated baked (or faked) treats for us to serve, attended the event, were unable to attend but donated anyway, and of course, the wonderful children who helped locate Colin the Caterpillar who went missing on the day! Also, one of our parents very kindly donated a raffle prize of a customised children’s chair, which boosted our fundraising efforts substantially and we are very grateful.

We are thrilled to say the event was a huge success thanks to our fantastic families and practitioners and the communal efforts have raised a massive total of £426 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

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Millie’s Mark is delivered by Millie’s Trust in partnership with the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA). Millie’s Trust was set up by Joanne and Dan Thompson in 2012 after their nine-month-old daughter Millie died after choking on food at her nursery. The trust campaigns vigorously to increase first aid requirements for childcare providers nationwide.

Why Millie’s Mark?

As it stands right now, The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requires just one person on each nursery premises to be trained in first aid. Having only one person able to provide first aid to potentially several dozen children can leave children vulnerable in the case of a sudden injury or medical emergency.

Unsatisfied with the requirements as they stand, Millie’s Trust insists that every single member of staff at nurseries carrying the Millie’s Mark must be trained to confidently deliver Pediatric First Aid.

At Shotley Bridge Nursery School, we place the safety of our children above everything else and committed ourselves to meet the rigorous standards set by Millie’s Trust. In recognition of this, we have now been awarded Millie’s Mark, attesting to our dedication to the highest possible standards of childcare.

“Children are the most important people in the world and because of this, we strive to achieve the highest standards possible in all that we do. We always try to be at the forefront of best practice in childcare and education and so we felt it was vital to have ALL of our staff properly trained in first aid. We began the process in January 2018 and had 6 months to fully audit and review our first aid policies and procedures. We continually evaluate our first aid procedures as well as staff confidence, and this is always on the agenda at our meetings in order to keep our knowledge and training fresh and up to date. ”

Mrs A.Young & Mrs. L. Bowery, Directors of Shotley Bridge Nursery School

Becoming Millie’s Mark Certified

Shotley Bridge Nursery School initially committed to the Millie’s Mark program in January 2018, and spent six months rigorously auditing their first aid practices and implementing comprehensive training programs. After a thorough review by the Millie’s Mark panel, they were informed that they had successfully met the high standards of the program in November 2018, and will receive their accreditation at a formal ceremony later in 2019.

What this means for Shotley Bridge Nursery School

Child safety is paramount at Shotley Bridge Nursery School. The Millie’s Mark certification means parents can be confident that their children are in a safe environment cared for by a thoroughly trained workforce who meet the highest possible standards in Pediatric First Aid.

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