At Rowans Nursery, we witness the magic of nursery social skills development every day. Our nursery rooms are filled with budding friendships and daily discoveries as children learn to navigate their social world. We often catch those precious moments – like when one of our toddlers shares their favourite toy without being asked, or when the older children help the little ones reach the taps to wash their hands. The focus on nursery social skills development is a central aspect of our approach.
These interactions form the foundation for essential life skills that will benefit children throughout their educational journey and beyond.
According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), these early social interactions form the foundation for lifelong relationship skills. Research shows that children who develop strong social connections in early years are better equipped to navigate complex social situations later in life.
At Rowans, we gently guide these interactions, helping children understand concepts like turn-taking, empathy, and conflict resolution in age-appropriate ways. Our focus on nursery social skills development enriches these experiences.
Our Pre-School Unit encourages these budding friendships and helps children build confidence in social settings.
The essence of nursery social skills development lies in fostering positive interactions among peers, which we encourage through various activities.
Finding Their Voice
Nursery Social Skills Development: Building Lasting Friendships
By prioritising nursery social skills development, we create an environment where every child feels valued and heard.
Incorporating nursery social skills development into our daily routines ensures that children learn the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
The walls of Rowans echo with endless chatter, giggles, and questions – so many questions! From breakfast conversations about what pets did at home to excited playground tales about imaginary adventures, we cherish every word. Our story times often turn into delightfully chaotic group discussions, with everyone bursting to share their thoughts. Even our quietest children find their voice here, whether it’s through a whispered “thank you” at snack time or joining in with their favourite nursery rhyme.
Language development happens naturally in our stimulating environment. We incorporate songs, rhymes, and storytelling throughout the day, building vocabulary and communication skills. Our educators are trained to ask open-ended questions that encourage children to express themselves and develop critical thinking skills. This approach helps children become confident communicators who can articulate their needs, thoughts, and feelings effectively.
Language development happens naturally in our stimulating environment. The Early Years Alliance emphasises how songs, rhymes, and storytelling throughout the day build vocabulary and communication skills.
Our Creative Flair sessions are a big hit, helping children express themselves through songs, puppets, and more. Our educators emphasise nursery social skills development through collaborative projects, enriching children’s learning experiences.
Growing Independence
As children engage in nursery social skills development, they naturally learn to appreciate diversity and build respect for others.
Nothing beats those “I did it!” moments that happen every day at Rowans. Sometimes it’s mastering their coat buttons, sometimes it’s remembering to put their cup on the side after lunch. Yes, occasionally we end up with backwards jumpers and mismatched wellies, but that’s all part of learning! These small steps towards independence build such wonderful confidence – even if we do need to mop up a few spilt drinks along the way.
Self-care skills are an essential part of early childhood development. When children learn to do things for themselves, they gain a sense of accomplishment and self-worth that boosts their confidence. Our carefully designed learning spaces encourage autonomy, with accessible materials and child-sized furniture that allow children to take ownership of their environment and activities.
The Department for Education’s Early Years Foundation Stage framework recognises self-care skills as an essential part of early childhood development.
From the Baby Unit to pre-school, we support every step of their journey.
Exploring Their World
Physical activities at Rowans also contribute to nursery social skills development, as children learn to cooperate and support one another.
Through our creative sessions, we actively promote nursery social skills development by encouraging group projects.
Our nursery spaces might look busy (okay, sometimes a bit chaotic!), but there’s purpose in every corner. Last week, our pre-schoolers turned the whole room into a dinosaur museum, complete with carefully drawn tickets and their own fossil collection made from playdough. The questions never stop – “Why does the rain make circles?”, “How do snails carry their houses?” – and we love helping them discover the answers.
Our approach to creative activities reflects our commitment to nursery social skills development, allowing children to express themselves while collaborating.
Every aspect of our curriculum is designed to support nursery social skills development, helping children build connections and friendships.
Curiosity is the engine of learning, and we fuel it daily with engaging activities and thoughtful responses to children’s questions. Our educators are skilled at following children’s interests and extending their learning through play-based exploration. This child-led approach ensures that learning is meaningful and engaging, creating a natural desire to discover more about the world around them.
By focusing on nursery social skills development, we ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive socially and emotionally.
Join us at Rowans to explore how nursery social skills development can positively impact your child’s growth.
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Our Nursery Unit is designed to spark curiosity and encourage exploration.
Contact us to learn how nursery social skills development plays a crucial role in your child’s early education journey.
Moving and Growing
From tentative toddlers to confident climbers, watching physical skills develop is incredible. Our garden isn’t just a playground – it’s where children master jumping in puddles (essential life skill!), perfect their hopping, and discover they can finally reach the monkey bars. Inside, we’re just as busy with activities that help those little fingers grow stronger, from squishing playdough to carefully threading beads.
Physical development is closely linked to cognitive growth. As children develop gross and fine motor skills, they’re also building neural pathways that support learning in all areas. Our balanced approach ensures children have plenty of opportunities for both energetic outdoor play and focused fine motor activities, supporting holistic development across all domains.
Creative Expression
Every day brings new masterpieces at Rowans. One week our home corner might be a busy post office, the next a vet’s surgery complete with poorly toy rabbits. Art activities often result in gloriously messy children and proud parents taking home interesting creations – though sometimes even we’re not quite sure what they’ve made! But that’s the beauty of creativity – it doesn’t always need to make sense to grown-ups.
Creative expression allows children to process their experiences and develop their unique perspectives. Through art, music, dance, and imaginative play, children learn to think flexibly, solve problems, and express emotions in healthy ways. Our approach values the creative process over the end product, encouraging children to experiment, take risks, and develop their own creative voice.
Want to see some of the amazing creations? Take a peek at our gallery.
Join Our Rowans Family
We’d love to show you around our nursery and share more about how we help little ones flourish. Pop in for a visit – you’ll probably find us in the middle of an important tea party with the teddies or conducting serious research into which toy car rolls the fastest down our ramp.
Ready to join the Rowans family? Get in touch with us today. Just bring your questions (and maybe a spare pair of socks – our water play area is very popular!).
Interested in learning more about our approach? Check out our News & Events page for the latest updates on seasonal activities and special events at Rowans. You might also want to explore our unique Take Home Bear program that helps children build connections between nursery and home.
For parents curious about funding options, our Childcare Funding page provides information about available support to make quality early education accessible for all families.
