Rowans Nursery Open Week is your chance to see happy learning in action—Monday 3 November to Friday 7 November, 10am–5pm. Step into our rooms and garden, meet our caring team, and get clear, friendly help with 15 and 30 funded hours so you can plan childcare with confidence.
What to Expect at Rowans Nursery Open Week
- Bright, inviting rooms for babies, toddlers and pre-school: Baby Unit, Nursery Unit, Pre-School Unit.
- Calm routines, purposeful play, and lots of outdoor learning.
- Key Person approach and small-group activities.
- Fresh meals and snacks, with support for dietary needs.
- Daily updates for parents and strong, two-way communication.
Funded childcare hours at Rowans (15 & 30 hours)
We’ll help you check eligibility, apply for a childcare code, and secure your funded place.
- 15 hours for eligible 2-year-olds.
- 15 or 30 hours for most 4-year-olds (term time 9 months), subject to eligibility.
- Clear examples of term time vs stretched funding so you can choose what fits your family.
Fast track: bring your funding code (if you have one) and your NI number. If you don’t have a code yet, we’ll help you apply.
CTA: Check your funded hours with us – call 0121 354 1752 or email info@rowans-nursery.com, or send a message via our Contact page.
Important deadline for January 2026 funding
To start funded hours in January 2026, please secure your place and complete the funding steps by 31-12-2025. Ask at Open Week—we’ll guide you through exactly what to do, when to do it, and what to bring.
What to Expect at Rowans Nursery Open Week
A typical visit takes 15–20 minutes, but we’ll give you more time if you need it. We’ll walk you through each room, introduce staff, and show you a few examples of EYFS learning in action. You can ask about routines, meals and nappies, settling-in, or anything else on your mind. If your child comes along, they are welcome to explore alongside you.
A quick look at our day
- Mornings: warm welcome, free-flow play, small-group focus time.
- Lunchtime: fresh meals and calm space for rest.
- Afternoons: outdoor learning, story time, and wind-down activities.
EYFS learning, made visible
We keep learning practical and playful. You’ll see children developing:
- Communication and language through stories, songs and talk.
- Personal, social and emotional skills through turn-taking and teamwork.
- Physical development indoors and outdoors, from fine-motor play to climbing.
- Early maths and literacy weaved into daily routines and small-group time.
You can read more about our approach and values on About Rowans.
SEND, accessibility and individual needs
Every child is unique. If you have questions about SEND support, speech and language, or reasonable adjustments, we’re happy to chat in private during your visit. We work closely with parents and professionals and will explain how the Key Person helps tailor routines, communication and learning. If you prefer, we can arrange a follow-up call after Open Week.
Meals, allergies and routines
We provide fresh meals and snacks and can support common dietary needs and allergies. We’ll show you how we record information, share menus, and keep you updated. Babies follow their own feeding and sleep patterns; we’ll discuss how we match your home routine.
Safeguarding and staff training
All staff complete appropriate safeguarding and paediatric first-aid training. Visitors sign in and are accompanied on tours. Doors and outdoor areas are secure, and we’ll explain pick-up procedures and how we manage health, medication and accidents.
How to Book Your Visit for Rowans Nursery Open Week
Drop in between 10am and 5pm. Prefer a set time? Call 0121 354 1752, email info@rowans-nursery.com, or send a note via Contact and we’ll confirm a slot that suits you. If you need a quieter visit or step-free access, let us know—we’ll plan it with you.
Rowans Nursery Open Week: Dates, Times and What to Bring
Dates & times: Monday 3 November to Friday 7 November, 10:00am – 5:00pm (drop-in or pre-book).
What to bring if you want to secure a funded place:
- Photo ID and proof of address (must not be a mobile phone bill).
- Child’s birth certificate or passport.
- Funding code (if already approved) and your NI number.
- Any questions about days, meals or extras.
After your visit: next steps
Ready to go ahead? We’ll confirm documents, discuss term time vs stretched hours, and agree settling-in sessions. Still deciding? Take your time—use our simple questions and tour checklist to compare settings. You can always return for another look.
Keep an eye on News & Events for upcoming dates and helpful guides on funding, applying for your code and planning sessions.
Ready to visit?
Call 0121 354 1752 or email info@rowans-nursery.com to book your tour or ask any questions. Explore our rooms: Baby Unit, Nursery Unit, Pre-School Unit.
