Our Environment
Spaces designed for wonder
Every corner of Natures Nest has been thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, calm the mind, and support your child's natural development.
Indoor Spaces
Calm, organised, and inviting
Our setting features three thoughtfully designed nests. The Gathering Nest (Dining/Kitchen), the heart of the home, where children connect, share, and take part in everyday routines. The Discovery Nest (Living/Reading Area), a calm, inviting space for imagination, Montessori-inspired exploration, and creative play with natural, open-ended materials. And the Garden Nest, a therapeutic outdoor space for gardening, sensory play, and hands-on learning, featuring the Mud Kitchen and Potion Lab.
You'll find natural materials throughout wooden toys, wicker baskets, real plants, and tactile fabrics. Each area is purposefully arranged at child height, encouraging independence and free choice.
- Montessori-inspired learning stations
- Cosy reading and quiet corner
- Creative arts and messy play area
- Practical life skills station
- Natural materials and open-ended resources
Outdoor Learning
Nature is our greatest classroom
Our outdoor area is where the magic truly happens. Children have daily access to our garden and nature space, where they can dig, plant, observe wildlife, and let their imaginations run wild.
We believe in all-weather learning puddles are for jumping in, mud is for making pies, and even a rainy day brings wonderful opportunities for discovery.
- Garden area for planting and growing
- Mud kitchen and water play
- Den building and imaginative play
- Bug hunting and nature observation
- Sensory pathways and natural textures
Safety & Wellbeing
Your child's safety is our priority
We maintain the highest standards of safety and safeguarding, so you can feel completely confident that your child is in safe, caring hands.
DBS Checked Staff
All team members hold enhanced DBS checks and undergo thorough safeguarding training.
Risk Assessed
Daily safety checks and comprehensive risk assessments for both indoor and outdoor areas.
First Aid Trained
Paediatric first aid certification held by all practitioners on site.
Secure Premises
Secure entry systems and supervised spaces ensure children are safe at all times.
Allergy Aware
Individual dietary needs and allergies are carefully managed with clear protocols.
Low Child Ratios
Small group sizes ensure attentive supervision and personal care for every child.
A Day at Natures Nest
What a typical day looks like
Every day follows a gentle rhythm that balances active play, quiet exploration, social time, and rest. Here's a glimpse at a typical full day.
7:00am
Doors open – Warm welcome & free play
8:30am
Breakfast time together
9:15am
Morning circle time & nature walk
10:00am
Guided Montessori activities & outdoor play
11:30am
Story time & creative arts
12:00pm
Nutritious lunch
12:45pm
Rest time & quiet activities
2:00pm
Afternoon exploration & sensory play
3:30pm
Healthy snack time
4:00pm
Outdoor play & free choice
5:00pm
Wind-down activities & stories
6:00pm
Home time
Age-Appropriate Activities
Tailored to every stage
Babies & Toddlers
For our youngest learners, the focus is on sensory exploration, secure attachment, and gentle routines that help them feel safe and content.
- Treasure baskets & heuristic play
- Tummy time & movement activities
- Gentle music & rhymes
- Sensory messy play
- Nature-inspired sensory bottles
Pre-School Children
Older children enjoy a richer range of activities that build confidence, social skills, and school readiness through play-based learning.
- Montessori practical life activities
- Early literacy & mark making
- Counting, sorting & pattern recognition
- Collaborative projects & role play
- Gardening & caring for living things