At First Day Nursery we believe by involving community members within our nursery, we’re promoting a culture of active citizenship from an early age. Children who witness and participate in community engagement are more likely to grow up valuing and contributing to their communities.

Some of our recent community involvements include:

Road Safety Training and Scooter Training

We work closely with the London Borough of Hackney to promote road safety and scooter safety for our children in the nursery. 

Providing road safety and scooter safety training for children in our nursery offers numerous benefits, promoting their well-being and preparing them for safe interactions with their environment.

Some benefits of Scooter Safety training include:

Early awareness of safety: We have Introduced road safety concepts to our children to helps them develop an understanding of potential road related dangers.

Children have learnt to ride a scooter: Safely skills such as balance, coordination, learning to navigate their surroundings and spatial awareness have developed. These skills contribute to their overall physical development.

Traffic Awareness: Through the training children learn about traffic rules and signals. This helps them understand how vehicles and pedestrians interact.

Pedestrian Skills: Our children have become mindful pedestrians, the training has improved their ability to walk safely alongside roads and crossings.

Incorporating road safety and scooter safety training into our nursery curriculum has provided children with practical skills, awareness, and knowledge that contribute to their overall development and safety.

Intergeneration Project

We work in partnership with St. Joseph's Hospice to offer an intergenerational program for the toddler and preschool aged children. 

This intergenerational program typically involves activities, initiatives, or explorations that bring together our nursery children and the older generations. 

These programs aim to foster positive interactions, mutual understanding, and the exchange of knowledge and experiences between generations. The idea behind such programs is to promote social cohesion, combat ageism, and provide a valuable learning experience for the children and the older adults.

Parent partnership – Stay and Play

Stay and play sessions are scheduled times when parents or carers are invited to stay and actively engage with their child in our nursery environment. 

These sessions are designed to provide an opportunity for parents to participate in their child's early learning experiences and to become familiar with our nursery. 

During a stay and play session, parents and carers might:

Interact with Their Child: Parents/ carers can play, read, explore toys, and engage in various activities with their child. This interaction helps strengthen the parent-child bond and supports the child's development.

Participate in Activities: Parents/ carers might join in on structured activities or play-based learning experiences that are part of our nursery's curriculum.

Peer Interaction: Parents/ carers and children can engage in joint play with other parents and children, fostering social interactions and friendships among both children and adults.

Share Experiences: Parents/carers can exchange experiences with children this allows us to build a supportive community within our nursery setting.

Stay and play sessions are organised to be inclusive and welcoming, providing an opportunity for parents/ carers to actively participate in their child's early learning journey.

Local Trips

At First Day Nursery we understand that local outings offer numerous benefits for our children in the nursery. These outings provide opportunities for learning, exploration, socialisation, and sensory experiences that contribute to their holistic development.

When planning local outings we prioritize safety, choose age-appropriate destinations and activities, and consider the individual needs and interests of the children. Parental consent and supervision are crucial for ensuring the well-being of the children during these outings.

Local outings can involve parents or carers, allowing them to actively participate in their child's learning experiences and build stronger relationships.

We take our children for regular visits and our recent destinations include London Field’s park, Hackney City Farm and Hackney Central Library, these outings are conducted on a weekly basis. 

Local outings allow children to learn through direct experiences. They can see, touch, smell, and hear things in their environment, enhancing their understanding of various concepts like nature, community, and culture. 

We believe through community involvement we have the potential to create a nurturing and enriching environment that benefits children's development, strengthens community bonds, and promotes a sense of shared responsibility for the well-being of all community members.