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The routine in each room varies according
to the age group. However some aspects of the day are
similar. Each room has primary contact staff to ensure
continuity of care. This enables children to feel safe
and secure with familiar carers who attend to their
needs daily.
Mornings consist of free play time
where the children make the choice about what they would
prefer to engage in. This develops decision making skills
that all children benefit from. The activities are placed
on open shelving for easy selection.
Free play time allows children to
develop and practice skills in all developmental areas.
Activities are implemented indoors and outdoors depending
on the season. The resources are also age appropriate.
Group times are special times where
the children focus on a book, drama, music, dance or
other mediums. This is a time when the carer encourages
children to join in, thus developing self esteem, patience,
turn taking, attention span and the ability to be part
of a group. Group times are usually carried out in the
morning before lunch to gather the children together.
It is also the best time for learning.
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