Nursery life. A little wonder, every day.
A warm welcome, time to explore and someone who notices the small things. Our vision is a nursery where children feel they belong and grow in confidence through play.
A nursery in the making.
We are exploring a future London Adventure Club nursery in Ealing. This page shares our proposed approach. The premises, opening date, age range, sessions and admissions are not yet confirmed. Nursery places are not currently available to book.
Our approach
Play with purpose. Care with warmth.
We want to bring London Adventure Club’s spirit of curiosity into early childhood: space for children to choose, explore and imagine, alongside thoughtful adult guidance. Our proposed approach would follow England’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with experiences shaped around children’s development, interests and needs.
Each child, understood
Our aim is to learn what helps each child feel comfortable, what captures their attention and where they need encouragement. Progress would be supported through everyday experiences, without expecting every child to develop at the same pace.
Relationships before routines
We intend to build a calm, welcoming environment with familiar adults, reassuring routines and close communication with families. Feeling safe and connected gives children the confidence to explore.
Learning through play
Seven areas. Countless discoveries.
The EYFS brings together seven connected areas of learning and development. A single experience, such as building a pretend home, can involve conversation, cooperation, counting, movement and imagination.
The three prime areas
These foundations support children’s relationships, communication and physical confidence.
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Feeling secure. Growing confident.
Warm relationships help children recognise feelings, build friendships and practise doing things for themselves.
Through play: Taking turns in a shared game, naming emotions and asking for help.
Communication and Language
Every voice matters.
Conversation, songs and shared stories create opportunities to listen, understand and express ideas. Adults can extend children’s vocabulary by following their interests.
Through play: Talking about a discovery, retelling a favourite story or joining a rhyme.
Physical Development
Move, explore and try again.
Active play develops balance, strength and coordination. Small movements help children gain control of the tools they use in everyday play.
Through play: Balancing on a safe trail, rolling a ball, building with blocks or using playdough.
The four specific areas
These build on the prime areas, helping children explore ideas, language, patterns and the world around them.
Literacy
A love of stories starts here.
Books, rhymes, meaningful marks and early sound play help children connect spoken and written language at a pace suited to their development.
Through play: Sharing a picture book, drawing a story or making a sign for a pretend shop.
Mathematics
Notice patterns. Make discoveries.
Everyday play offers chances to explore number, shape, space, pattern and measurement. Children can compare, sort and explain what they notice.
Through play: Counting cups at snack time, making repeating patterns or comparing tower heights.
Understanding the World
Big questions from small explorers.
Children learn about people, communities, living things and the changing world through first-hand experiences and thoughtful conversations.
Through play: Watching a seed grow, noticing seasonal changes or talking about family traditions.
Expressive Arts and Design
Imagine it. Make it. Share it.
Music, movement, role play and varied materials give children ways to explore ideas and communicate creatively.
Through play: Creating a collage, inventing a rhythm or turning a cardboard box into a boat.
The activities above illustrate our proposed approach; they are not a confirmed timetable. Experiences would be adapted for each child’s age, needs and stage of development.
A nursery day
A gentle rhythm, with room for discovery.
This example shows how a future session could feel. Opening hours, meal arrangements and the final daily routine will be confirmed as the nursery plans develop.
Welcome & reconnect
A personal greeting, a brief family handover and time to settle into a familiar activity.
Choose & explore
Child-led play and small-group experiences, with adults nearby to encourage conversation, problem-solving and new ideas.
Move & discover
Opportunities for active play and outdoor exploration, planned around the available space, weather and children’s needs.
Pause & recharge
Time for food where included in the session, quiet play and rest appropriate to each child. Care routines would be planned with families.
Create & come together
Stories, music, imaginative play and time to return to favourite discoveries.
Share & say goodbye
A reassuring end to the session and a chance to share the day’s experiences with parents and carers.
Settling in & wellbeing
A new beginning, at your child’s pace.
Our planned settling-in approach would begin with getting to know your family: your child’s interests, comfort routines, home languages, care needs and any worries you may have.
Each child would have a key person to build a trusted relationship and help coordinate communication with home. Settling visits and the pace of separation would be discussed individually, rather than expecting all children to adjust in the same way.
We would support growing independence through small, achievable steps, from choosing an activity to managing belongings and asking for help.
Outdoor discovery
Fresh air. Curious minds.
We want outdoor experiences to be part of nursery life: noticing leaves and insects, exploring textures, moving confidently and discovering how the seasons change.
Our final outdoor arrangements will depend on the premises. Any outings would be planned with appropriate staffing, risk assessment and parental information and consent where required. A dedicated garden, Forest School programme or regular off-site visits are not yet confirmed.
Working with families
You know your child best.
Everyday communication
We plan to share useful observations and celebrate progress with families, while listening to changes and experiences at home. The communication methods and review arrangements will be confirmed before opening.
Inclusion & additional support
Our aim is for every child to feel valued. We would work with families to understand additional needs, consider appropriate adjustments and seek specialist support where needed.
Care, food & rest
Health needs, allergies, dietary requirements and care routines would be discussed before a child starts. Catering, menus and facilities will be confirmed once the premises and age range are agreed.
Ready for the next adventure
We would help children build confidence, friendships and everyday independence, supporting the move to school through communication with families and receiving settings where appropriate.
Before your child joins
What ages will the nursery welcome?
The nursery age range is still being explored. It will be announced alongside our sessions and admissions information.
What will the hours, fees and funded places be?
These are not confirmed yet. Any funded place offer will depend on the necessary registration and local authority arrangements.
Will children need a uniform?
No uniform policy has been decided. We will explain clothing and equipment requirements before children start.
Can we see photographs or book a visit?
Photographs of the actual setting and visit arrangements will be shared when the premises are ready. We will only publish identifiable children’s photographs with appropriate permission.
Our next chapter is taking shape.
We will share confirmed nursery details here as the plans progress, including the location, age range, sessions and how to enquire about a place.
Nursery admissions — coming soon.