Choosing the right nursery for your child is a big decision, and we understand that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. At Sêr Bach, we want to help families feel confident and informed when choosing childcare
- When visiting a nursery, it can be helpful to have a list of questions to ask so you can find out everything that is important to you and your child.
- Most importantly, choose somewhere that feels welcoming, caring and right for your child and your family.
- Starting from the moment you book a viewing whether by phone, messenger or email you should get a response quickly during the working week.
☑︎ A welcoming and friendly environment, you should also be able to feel this.
☑︎ You should experience a good balance of warmth and professionalism
☑︎ Outdoor space and evidence that it gets used.
☑︎ Up to date social media where you can find information
☑︎ Plenty of toys for different ages and obvious differences between playrooms
☑︎ Happy children and parents, if you don’t see any take a look at reviews in facebook or testimonys on a website
🌈 Our Aims & Values
At Sêr Bach, we want every child to feel happy, valued, safe and loved. We aim to create a warm, welcoming environment where children can learn, grow, make special memories and develop friendships.
🦋 Happy Childhoods
We want every child to enjoy magical days filled with fun, laughter, learning and wonderful memories.
🌈 Every Child is Unique
We respect and celebrate each child’s individuality, supporting them to develop confidence, independence and a positive sense of self.
❤️ Caring for Each Other
We encourage kindness, respect and understanding, helping children learn to care for themselves, their friends and the world around them.
🌱 Learning Through Play
We provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can explore, discover, develop new skills and become confident, active learners.
🤝 Working Together with Families
We value strong partnerships with parents and families, working together to give every child the best possible start in life.
🌍 Equality & Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and encourage children to respect and appreciate differences in culture, race, gender, ability and background.
🥦 Health & Wellbeing
We promote healthy lifestyles through nutritious meals and snacks, physical activity, outdoor play and positive attitudes towards health and wellbeing.
⭐ Positive Behaviour
We provide clear, consistent and age-appropriate boundaries, encouraging positive behaviour through praise, encouragement and gentle guidance.
💛 Quality Childcare for Every Family
We aim to provide high-quality, accessible and affordable childcare where every child and family feels welcomed and supported.
🏡 A Home-from-Home Environment
Above all, we want everyone connected with Sêr Bach to feel part of our nursery family, surrounded by love, friendship, care and support.
🌈 Growing, Learning & Getting Ready for School
At Sêr Bach, everyday routines and experiences provide wonderful opportunities for learning. Children are encouraged to try new foods, develop good table manners, build independence with toileting and develop the skills and confidence they need as they take their next steps towards school.
Through play, everyday experiences and positive relationships, children learn alongside their friends in a natural, relaxed and enjoyable way. We follow each child's interests and abilities, allowing them to develop at their own pace while building confidence and independence.
🦋 Every Child is Welcome
At Sêr Bach, every child is welcome.
We recognise that every child is unique, with their own strengths, interests, needs and ways of communicating.
We use a range of approaches and resources to support children's communication, understanding and development, including:
- Makaton
- Visual symbols
- Objects of reference
- Sensory experiences
- Sensory and calming spaces
- Soft play and physical activities
- Outdoor play and fresh air
We believe that children thrive when they feel safe, secure, understood and valued. Our practitioners work closely with children and their families to understand individual needs and provide the right support.
Our aim is always to work together as a team, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to feel confident, included and successful.
With over 17 years' experience working with children and young people with additional needs, Cheryl is always happy to offer support, guidance, training and a listening ear to families and staff.
❤️ Most importantly...
We want every child at Sêr Bach to feel loved, happy, safe and valued. Our warm and stimulating environment gives children the confidence to explore, learn, make friends and enjoy their time with us.
When you visit Sêr Bach, you may find it helpful to ask about:
🕐 Session times – What sessions are available? How flexible are they, and how much notice is needed to change days?
💷 Funding & payments – What childcare funding or payment options are available to help with costs?
🩹 Health & safety – What health and safety procedures are in place, and how many staff are trained in first aid?
🌱 Learning & development – How do you track children's development and plan for their next steps?
🍎 Food & mealtimes – What meals and snacks are provided? Can you accommodate allergies, intolerances, dietary requirements and individual feeding needs?
✈️ Holidays & absences – What happens if your child is away on holiday or unable to attend nursery?
📱 Communication with parents – How will you receive updates about your child's day, development and progress?
🏡 Nursery Viewings
Choosing the right nursery for your child is an important decision, and we would love to welcome you to Sêr Bach for a visit. Our nursery viewings are available Monday to Thursday after 4:30pm, giving you the opportunity to have a look around our rooms and outdoor areas, meet our friendly team and ask any questions you may have. It’s a great chance to see our warm, welcoming environment and get a feel for what life is like at Sêr Bach. 🌈🦋
Viewings are by appointment only, so please get in touch with us to arrange a convenient time.
🦋 Settling In at Sêr Bach
Starting nursery is a big step for both children and parents, so we want every child to feel happy, safe and settled before they begin their regular sessions.
We offer a flexible settling-in period to give your child time to become familiar with their new surroundings, meet their key person and build relationships with the other children and staff. Every child is different, so we work closely with families and adapt the settling-in process to suit your child’s individual needs and pace.
Our aim is to make the transition into nursery a positive, gentle and happy experience for everyone. 🌈❤️