Summerfield House
Day Nursery
3 months to 24 months
Age Groups
Babies & Toddlers
At Summerfield House our babies and toddlers are aged from 3 months to 2 years. They spend their time in the main house, moving through our 3 playrooms, dining room, changing room, bedroom and a large garden just as they would at home. Every effort is made each day to ensure that each individual child’s personal needs and care routines are are met while they have fun and continue to develop at their own pace.
2 year olds
Our two-year-olds are full of energy and curiosity, thriving on a variety of stimulating experiences throughout the day. A typical day includes art and craft activities, songs and rhymes, storytelling, role play, and fine motor activities such as puzzles and mark making.
Many of these creative experiences take place outdoors under our rain- and UV-protected canopies, allowing children to enjoy fresh air in all weather. Dressed appropriately for the conditions, children also enjoy periods of free play in our large garden each day.
A daily visit to see the animals on our small farm is a highlight, helping to nurture a love for nature and living things.
3 and 4 year olds
Big and Little Pre-School
At this vital stage of early development, our goal is to foster independence and prepare children for their transition to pre-school. We follow a policy of encouraging learning through structured, purposeful and powerful play within a nurturing, stimulating, and welcoming environment.
Children are given the freedom to explore, make choices, and move confidently within clear, consistent boundaries. Promoting good manners, turn-taking, independence, and self-confidence is a key strength at Summerfield House.
A degree-qualified practitioner leads both group and one-to-one sessions in early reading, writing, and number skills. This ensures our children are well-prepared for school—receptive to learning and equipped with the foundational skills they need to thrive.