Care for Every Individual

Ducklings Day Nurseries aims to make a difference to the individual person via the provision of inclusive practice and exceptional care. Practitioners endeavour to create a compassionate, loving atmosphere within highly stimulating and educational environments. The nurseries recognise that every child matters, and that each has individual requirements which must be met if they are to reach their full potential. 

Each child within the nurseries has their own Key Person who is responsible for the consistency of their care. The child’s Key Person will be an advocate for their personal well-being and will strive to address any individual specific needs so as to create a learning environment which is tailored toward their requirements. The Key Persons will ensure that any information about the child is exchanged with the parents and with other practitioners with whom they are in contact. The benefits of this effective Key Person system means that our children are able to develop a deep and close-knit relationship with their carers and that there is the appropriate continuity in care and communication.

Our Key Persons also play a special role in supporting the children with their future transitions to schools and any further establishments. The nurseries foster close links with local primary schools and our nursery practitioners liaise with the Reception teachers at these schools so as to ensure that there is a smooth transitional process from one setting to the next. Reports, assessments and documentation are also sent from the nurseries to the children’s primary schools to assist with any individual learning requirements and ensure that there is continuity in their development. Practitioners frequently meet with teachers, invite school staff into the nurseries and sometimes accompany children on their initial visits to Reception classes when deemed necessary. 

Practitioners work enthusiastically to ensure that they provide unique care that complies with the learning, development and welfare requirements identified by the latest OFSTED regulations, updated codes of practice and the Childcare Acts.