Canterbury Nursery School

The Meadow (2 years to 3 years)

The Meadow is made up of two learning bases - Caterpillars and Butterflies. The places are funded ‘free’ places for 2 year old’s. 

You can check your eligibility here https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/

The Meadow follows a child led curriculum and the team enhance children's own lines of enquiry and interests with thoughfully planned provision and activities. They have core books that they incorporate into this learning. Children are given the daily opportunity to access a group time suitable for their learning needs. Sometimes that will involve a simple story, singing rhymes with puppets and props or getting our bodies moving with some dance and movement. 

Starting from April 2024, existing childcare support will be expanded in phases. By September 2025, most working families with children under the age of 5 will be entitled to 30 hours of childcare support.