Nursery World - The Environment

10 steps to quality 1 Is your setting clean, well-lit, warm enough and furnished with appropriate chairs, tables and storage equipment for Foundation Stage children? Are all members of staff aware of their roles and responsibilities in maintaining the environment?

1 Is your setting clean, well-lit, warm enough and furnished with appropriate chairs, tables and storage equipment for Foundation Stage children? Are all members of staff aware of their roles and responsibilities in maintaining the environment?

2 How do you make children and parents feel welcome and comfortable in your setting?

3 How do you reflect and celebrate children's home culture and experiences?

4 How successful are you in offering children the space and opportunities for movement that they need as active learners?

5 Do you offer children spaces to be quiet and reflective?

6 How do you ensure that the environment meets the diverse needs of all children currently in your setting? If applicable, how do you meet the needs of both sessional and full daycare children within one setting?

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