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Music Lessons
In Collaboration with Bangers and Smash
At Young and Smart Day Nursery, we believe that Communication and Language development is foundational to a child’s overall growth. Through engaging storytelling, role-play, and interactive conversations, we nurture a rich vocabulary and effective communication skills in our children. Our caring staff create a language-rich environment where children feel confident to express themselves and explore new words. We are committed to fostering the ability to listen, speak, and understand, ensuring each child is prepared for future learning experiences.

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Communication & Language Development:


At Young and Smart Day Nursery, we offer a unique curriculum that creates an engaging environment for fostering language development. Our experienced teachers from Jumping Beans, all fully DBS checked, use innovative tools such as puppets, bean bags, props, and worksheets to make the learning journey enjoyable and effective. Through a mix of fun games, parachute play, and songs, we bring Mandarin to life, ensuring that every lesson is a dynamic and enriching experience for your child. Join us in nurturing bright minds and cultivating a love for languages.

Physical Development:


Physical Development at Young and Smart Day Nursery is about more than just physical activity; it’s about building healthy habits for life. Our well-designed play activities, both indoors and outdoors, enhance children’s gross and fine motor skills, strength, and coordination. From fun games to arts and crafts, we provide a variety of experiences that help children develop hand-eye coordination and physical confidence. We are dedicated to supporting our children in achieving physical milestones, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

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Personal, Social & Emotional Development:


At our children’s nursery, Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED) is at the heart of our approach. We create a warm, supportive environment where children build strong relationships, learn to manage their emotions, and develop a positive sense of self. Our team guides children in setting simple goals, building confidence and navigating social interactions. We believe that fostering emotional resilience and social skills is crucial for their success in school and life, helping them become well-rounded, confident individuals.

At Young and Smart Day Nursery, our partnership with ‘Bangers and Smash‘ ensures that music becomes an integral part of your child’s developmental journey, unlocking the potential for self-expression, creativity, and social interaction.

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What Parents Say About Young & Smart Day Nursery
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We’re very happy with our son’s nursery. The staff are caring, attentive, and create a safe, nurturing environment. Our son has settled in well and enjoys his time there.
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Strongly recommend Young and Smart Nursery for parents. Staff getting strong relationship with parents and engagement with kids. They look after them so well and parents are well informed on how the days at nursery are going .Good management alot of activities for kids. Babies have a good care alot of nappy change and I can see my child create a very positive habits there.He is developing very well in the environment they have.
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guy steed
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Our daughter is really enjoying her time at this nursery. The staff are all very attentive and friendly. The nursery has a good layout with plenty of natural light and a safe outdoor space. The fees are very reasonable and the management staff have been accommodating with our specific needs when making changes to arrangements. Updates and correspondence via the Famly app portal is also very beneficial for ease of communication and provides welcome insight to each days activities. I feel confident my daughter is in safe hands. I have only had positive interactions and my daughter is always in a joyful mood when I collect her at the end of the day.
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My children come to this nursery very happily, and the people who work there are very friendly, understanding and well-trained.
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Inma Ledesma
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Excellent nursery, lovely and friendly staff. Kids well looked after, lots of activities. aHealthy food. Sara's dad.
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Jouda Amri
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An absolutely wonderful nursery! The staff were always warm, caring, and very professional. My son thrived every day thanks to the creative, engaging, and age-appropriate activities. We truly felt the love and kindness in everything they did. A huge thank you to the whole team for their patience, smiles, and dedication. We are very grateful to have had the chance to find such a beautiful environment for our child.

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Why Choose Young & Smart Day Nursery
Experience
At Young & Smart Nursery, our comprehensive staff training program ensures that every team member is up-to-date on the latest guidance, techniques, learning programs and first aid. This means your child receives the highest standard of care, giving you peace of mind while you're away.
Trust
We adhere to a strict safeguarding policy, ensuring your child's safety is never compromised. With 26 years of experience, we have developed a positive management team and effective systems to maintain our hygiene standards and behaviour policies. We collaborate with local schools to prepare your child for their next step.
Our Promise
Our testimonials from both past and present parents attest to our commitment to your child's development and well-being. We take great joy in watching children grow and learn with us and we pride ourselves on making each day enjoyable and enriching for them.

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