“At Cranstonhill Nursery we embrace a nurturing and empowering environment inspired by Froebelian principles. Where every child’s unique potential is recognised and cherished.

Our vision is to cultivate curious, confident and compassionate individuals who embark on a lifelong journey of learning and discovery."

1. Play-Centred Learning: Emphasise play as the primary mode of learning, recognising it as the natural way for children to explore, experiment, and make sense of the world.
2. Individualised Education: Tailor educational experiences to each child’s unique interests, needs, and developmental stage, respecting their individuality.
3. Outdoor Engagement: Promote outdoor exploration and nature-based learning, fostering children’s connection with the natural world and encouraging a sense of wonder.
4. Social Development: Support the development of social skills and relationships among children emphasising cooperation, and conflict resolution.
5. Holistic Growth: Focus on the holistic development of children, nurturing their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being.
6. Creativity and Expression: Provide opportunities for creative expression through art, music, and imaginative play, fostering children’s self-expression and creativity.
7. Family Engagement: Build strong partnerships with families, involving them in their child’s learning journey and providing resources and support.
8. Cultural Sensitivity: Create an inclusive and culturally sensitive environment that celebrates the diversity of the community.
9. Professional Development: Invest in ongoing professional development for educators to stay informed about Froebelian principles and best practices in early childhood education.
10. Reflection and Improvement: Continuously assess and refine practices, curriculum, and policies to ensure alignment and Froebelian principles and the evolving needs of the children and families.

These aims reflect Cranstonhill nursery’s commitment to providing a Froebelian- inspired educational experience that values play, individuality, nature and holistic development while nurturing strong connections within families and the community. These aims reflect Cranstonhill nursery’s commitment to providing a Froebelian- inspired educational experience that values play, individuality, nature and holistic development while nurturing strong connections within families and the community. At Cranstonhill Nursery the children will be exposed to real life materials such as baking, sewing, modelling with variety of different resources, as Froebelians we understand children construct their perception of the world through direct experiences with it, learning new skills through their own interests or lived experience.