Creating an inclusive nursery ensures every child feels valued, respected and supported. By embracing diversity, challenging biases and addressing ableism, nurseries can foster a welcoming environment where all children thrive. Here are some top tips to ensure your setting is inclusive for all children.
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This is a fun personal, social and emotional activity that helps children recognise shared qualities and build a sense of belonging. Through mirrors, games and a group drawing, children explore how similarities connect them while celebrating their uniqueness.
Read moreIn early years settings, children with EAL arrive with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Some may have already begun learning English before joining, while others are encountering it for the very first time. Their home environments also vary; for some, English is used regularly outside the nursery, while for others, it may be rarely heard.
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World Animal Day is focussed on raising awareness and appreciation of the importance of animals for the planet. Take part in this year’s World Animal Day by using this activity to get children to share their appreciation of their favourite animals.
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Considering the needs of others is one of the building blocks of empathy and pets in a nursery setting can enable children to learn about caring for others while helping them to talk about their feelings and emotions. Pets in a setting are a big responsibility and providers should carefully consider all the extra responsibilities prior to bringing a pet into their environment.
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Creating a truly inclusive environment means making sure every child feels seen, valued, and celebrated. The resources we select play a big role in shaping children’s understanding of themselves and others. By offering diverse, authentic, and accessible materials you can help children build respect, empathy, and a sense of belonging from the beginning of their journey with you.
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World Animal Day is focussed on raising awareness and appreciation of the importance of animals for the planet. Take part in this year’s World Animal Day by using this activity to get children to share their appreciation of their favourite animals.
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The Nursery in Belong, Chester, won NDNA's Nursery of the Year 2025. We recently sat down for an interview with the setting for our Autumn 2025 edition of Nursery News for some insight into their approach.
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A harvest treasure hunt activity can help children develop physical skills through movement and improves problem-solving as they search and sort items. It supports early maths through counting and categorising, while enhancing language skills as they learn new words. It’s a fun, engaging way to support multiple areas of early learning.
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Hosting a community event fosters strong relationships between families, staff and the wider community. It creates a sense of belonging, encourages parental involvement and supports children's social development. Events also provide opportunities for learning through play, cultural celebrations and community partnerships.
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