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Your Baby’s Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🧸 Morning Arrivals

From the moment your baby arrives, we focus on helping them feel safe, secure, and loved. You'll be greeted by your child's dedicated key person, a familiar face for both you and your little one. This time gives you the chance to share how their night was, update us on anything new, and ensure a smooth, gentle start to their day.

🌟 Learning Through Play

Even the tiniest cubs are curious explorers! Our baby room is a calm, joyful space filled with warmth, songs, sensory play, and comforting interactions. We sing, read, play, and talk with babies throughout the day, encouraging every babble, giggle, and first word.

Through age-appropriate activities and responsive care, our experienced team helps your baby build confidence, communication, and awareness, all while feeling nurtured and safe.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

We believe nature is one of the best teachers. Babies in our care enjoy outdoor time every day, whether that's feeling grass beneath their feet, watching clouds float by, or listening to birds sing.

Our play areas are designed with natural materials to inspire curiosity and connection with the world around them, all in a safe, age-appropriate environment.

😴 Nap Times

We understand that rest is essential for healthy growth and happy play. Our nap times follow your baby's individual routine as closely as possible, offering calm, cosy spaces where they can relax and recharge in peace and comfort.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Whether your baby is bottle-fed, weaning, or exploring new textures, we work closely with you to follow their feeding routine. Mealtimes are calm, positive moments where babies are supported one-on-one by their key person to feel safe, secure, and cared for.

All feeds and food are given with attention and gentleness, helping build familiarity, trust, and healthy habits.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We know how much you treasure each little moment, so we'll keep you updated through our parent communication app Famly with photos, notes, and milestones.

At the end of the day, your child's key person will share how their day went, from naps and meals to those tiny steps of development and discovery.

Our Baby Room – Sandy Sanctuary

Our baby room, lovingly named Sandy Sanctuary, offers a warm, peaceful space where your little one can feel truly safe, secure, and cherished. Designed to be snug and comforting, it creates the perfect home-from-home environment for babies to settle in and form strong, loving bonds with familiar adults.

The cosy size of the room allows our team to give highly personalised, attentive care, helping each baby feel seen, soothed, and supported throughout the day. With soft, neutral tones inspired by natural sandscapes, Sandy Sanctuary is filled with gentle textures, sensory elements, and a peaceful atmosphere that calms little hearts and inspires early exploration.

Bright and calming baby room at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring a cosy cot, changing area, soft play rug, and warm yellow décor designed for under-2s.

Your Toddler’s Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🌞 Morning Arrivals

Each morning begins with a warm welcome and a familiar face. Your child's key person will be ready to greet you both, offering time to share how your toddler is feeling, how they slept, or anything else you'd like us to know to help them settle in with confidence.

Breakfast is served in a calm, home-like environment, where toddlers sit together in small groups. Here, they begin to build social skills and independence, learning to pour their own drinks, make simple choices, and enjoy meals as part of a nurturing, family-style routine.

🎨 Learning Through Play

Our toddler room is filled with energy, imagination, and opportunities to explore. Each day starts with light, engaging activities that help children settle and feel a sense of belonging, from group songs and games to simple storytelling.

Throughout the day, children are free to follow their interests through open-ended play. Whether they're building, painting, dressing up, or discovering new sensory experiences, every activity is designed to support communication, creativity, and confidence, all guided by gentle, responsive adults who know your child well.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

Toddlers at Little Lion Cubs love exploring the world around them and we make sure they do it daily. Whether it's chasing bubbles, digging in the Sandpit, or going on a mini nature hunt, outdoor play is a key part of our day.

Our natural outdoor spaces encourage movement, discovery, and connection with God's beautiful creation, all in a safe, age-appropriate environment where toddlers can run, climb, imagine, and grow.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Mealtimes are meaningful moments at Little Lion Cubs. Breakfast, lunch, and tea are served in a calm, family-style setting where toddlers learn about healthy choices, table manners, and helping one another, all while enjoying freshly prepared, nutritious food.

We also provide snacks like fresh fruit, breadsticks, or milk during the day to keep energy levels balanced and little tummies content.

😴 Naps & Quiet Time

While some toddlers are on the move all day, others still need a bit of rest and we respect each child's unique rhythm. For those who nap, we offer a calm, cosy space with familiar comforts, following their home routine as closely as possible.

Quiet time activities like stories, soft music, and gentle movement help all children pause, recharge, and find peace before diving back into their day.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We believe strong parent partnerships begin with open communication. Throughout the day, we'll keep you updated via our parent app with photos, observations, and joyful little moments.

At pick-up, your child's key person will share how their day went, what made them smile, what they enjoyed doing, and how they're developing day by day in confidence, curiosity, and character.

Our Toddler Room – Tiny Tides

Our toddler room, lovingly called Tiny Tides, is designed with movement, imagination, and growing independence in mind. This is a space where curiosity is welcomed, little voices are heard, and each child is supported to explore the world around them in their own unique way.

As toddlers begin to walk, climb, and express themselves, Tiny Tides offers plenty of space to roam, play, and build confidence. With fewer tables and chairs and more open-ended resources at child height, the environment encourages physical development, choice-making, and self-led discovery.

Every inch of Tiny Tides is designed to support growing minds, bodies, and hearts, guided by trusted adults who understand the wonder and challenges of this exciting stage of development.

Under the Sea themed Tiny Tides room at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring ocean wall murals, cosy reading den, child-sized tables, and a calm learning space for toddlers.

Your Preschooler's Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🌞 Morning Arrivals

The day begins with a warm welcome and a familiar routine. Your preschooler is gently encouraged to hang up their coat, find their name, and settle in with their friends, small but important steps toward growing confidence and independence.

Breakfast is served in a calm, family-style setting where children enjoy a healthy start to the day. This is a time for gentle conversation, decision-making, and learning to take turns, all supported by familiar adults who guide with patience and care.

🎓 Learning Through Play

In our preschool rooms, play becomes more purposeful and full of possibility. Whether they're practising early writing, experimenting with numbers, building imaginative worlds, or exploring nature and science, children are constantly learning through hands-on discovery.

Our values-led approach supports not only school readiness, but life readiness, helping children learn how to think critically, work with others, express themselves with confidence, and approach challenges with curiosity and resilience.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

Preschoolers thrive outdoors and we make sure they get plenty of fresh air and freedom to explore. Whether it's digging in the Sandpit, growing herbs in the garden, building obstacle courses, or simply chasing the wind, outdoor time is a vital part of every day.

Through nature-based play, children strengthen their physical skills, develop teamwork, and build a deep connection with the world around them, all in a safe, inspiring environment.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Mealtimes are social, relaxed, and full of valuable learning. Children are encouraged to try new foods, serve themselves where appropriate, and enjoy the company of their friends and key adults.

Nutritious meals and healthy snacks fuel their bodies and minds, while also reinforcing positive habits like sharing, patience, and healthy choices.

😌 Quiet Time & Rest

As children grow, they begin to recognise when they need a moment of rest and we support that with calming spaces and quiet activities throughout the day. Whether it's a cosy book corner, peaceful moments, or simply lying down after lunch, we give preschoolers the tools to listen to their bodies and care for their wellbeing.

For those who still nap, we provide a calm, peaceful space that mirrors their home routine and helps them reset for the afternoon ahead.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We believe strong parent partnerships help every child flourish. Throughout the day, we'll keep you updated via our parent app with photos, observations, and lovely little moments of learning and joy.

At home time, your child's key person will be ready to share their highlights , from new friendships to creative achievements so you leave with not just a full bag, but a full heart.

Our Preschool Rooms – Creation Station & Wisdom Valley

Our preschool spaces, Creation Station and Wisdom Valley, are designed to spark imagination, encourage growth, and prepare children for their next big steps in learning and life. Both rooms follow a safari jungle theme, filled with gentle animal imagery and earthy tones to create an inspiring, adventure-filled atmosphere.

Creation Station is our dedicated indoor play space, where children can immerse themselves in imaginative role play and open-ended fun. With dress-up clothes, dollhouses, train tracks, construction toys, and themed areas, this room is bursting with opportunities for storytelling, pretend play, and social interaction. It's a space where creativity roars and friendships blossom, a true jungle of imagination!

Wisdom Valley, just next door, is our calm and focused preschool classroom. Here, children engage in age-appropriate learning, including early literacy, numeracy, science, and faith-based discussions. It’s a place for developing concentration, communication, and critical thinking through guided activities, reading time, and group sessions, all while feeling supported, safe, and encouraged to try new things.

Across both rooms, natural textures and materials like wooden blocks, pebbles, and feathers complement the safari theme, bringing the outdoors in and fuelling sensory exploration. Even the layout and furniture are carefully chosen to encourage movement, independence, and responsibility, helping children build confidence, strength, and self-awareness as they learn through play and purposeful activities.

Wisdom Valley classroom for children aged 3–5 at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring a maths learning area, whiteboard, child-sized tables, and organised educational resources.
Creation Station classroom for children aged 3–5 at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring role play areas, imaginative play resources, dressing-up clothes, and creative learning spaces.

Your Baby’s Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🧸 Morning Arrivals

From the moment your baby arrives, we focus on helping them feel safe, secure, and loved. You'll be greeted by your child's dedicated key person, a familiar face for both you and your little one. This time gives you the chance to share how their night was, update us on anything new, and ensure a smooth, gentle start to their day.

🌟 Learning Through Play

Even the tiniest cubs are curious explorers! Our baby room is a calm, joyful space filled with warmth, songs, sensory play, and comforting interactions. We sing, read, play, and talk with babies throughout the day, encouraging every babble, giggle, and first word.

Through age-appropriate activities and responsive care, our experienced team helps your baby build confidence, communication, and awareness, all while feeling nurtured and safe.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

We believe nature is one of the best teachers. Babies in our care enjoy outdoor time every day, whether that's feeling grass beneath their feet, watching clouds float by, or listening to birds sing.

Our play areas are designed with natural materials to inspire curiosity and connection with the world around them, all in a safe, age-appropriate environment.

😴 Nap Times

We understand that rest is essential for healthy growth and happy play. Our nap times follow your baby's individual routine as closely as possible, offering calm, cosy spaces where they can relax and recharge in peace and comfort.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Whether your baby is bottle-fed, weaning, or exploring new textures, we work closely with you to follow their feeding routine. Mealtimes are calm, positive moments where babies are supported one-on-one by their key person to feel safe, secure, and cared for.

All feeds and food are given with attention and gentleness, helping build familiarity, trust, and healthy habits.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We know how much you treasure each little moment, so we'll keep you updated through our parent communication app Famly with photos, notes, and milestones.

At the end of the day, your child's key person will share how their day went, from naps and meals to those tiny steps of development and discovery.

Our Baby Room – Sandy Sanctuary

Our baby room, lovingly named Sandy Sanctuary, offers a warm, peaceful space where your little one can feel truly safe, secure, and cherished. Designed to be snug and comforting, it creates the perfect home-from-home environment for babies to settle in and form strong, loving bonds with familiar adults.

The cosy size of the room allows our team to give highly personalised, attentive care, helping each baby feel seen, soothed, and supported throughout the day. With soft, neutral tones inspired by natural sandscapes, Sandy Sanctuary is filled with gentle textures, sensory elements, and a peaceful atmosphere that calms little hearts and inspires early exploration.

Bright and calming baby room at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring a cosy cot, changing area, soft play rug, and warm yellow décor designed for under-2s.

Your Toddler’s Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🧸 Morning Arrivals

From the moment your baby arrives, we focus on helping them feel safe, secure, and loved. You'll be greeted by your child's dedicated key person, a familiar face for both you and your little one. This time gives you the chance to share how their night was, update us on anything new, and ensure a smooth, gentle start to their day.

🌟 Learning Through Play

Even the tiniest cubs are curious explorers! Our baby room is a calm, joyful space filled with warmth, songs, sensory play, and comforting interactions. We sing, read, play, and talk with babies throughout the day, encouraging every babble, giggle, and first word.

Through age-appropriate activities and responsive care, our experienced team helps your baby build confidence, communication, and awareness, all while feeling nurtured and safe.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

We believe nature is one of the best teachers. Babies in our care enjoy outdoor time every day, whether that's feeling grass beneath their feet, watching clouds float by, or listening to birds sing.

Our play areas are designed with natural materials to inspire curiosity and connection with the world around them, all in a safe, age-appropriate environment.

😴 Nap Times

We understand that rest is essential for healthy growth and happy play. Our nap times follow your baby's individual routine as closely as possible, offering calm, cosy spaces where they can relax and recharge in peace and comfort.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Whether your baby is bottle-fed, weaning, or exploring new textures, we work closely with you to follow their feeding routine. Mealtimes are calm, positive moments where babies are supported one-on-one by their key person to feel safe, secure, and cared for.

All feeds and food are given with attention and gentleness, helping build familiarity, trust, and healthy habits.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We know how much you treasure each little moment, so we'll keep you updated through our parent communication app Famly with photos, notes, and milestones.

At the end of the day, your child's key person will share how their day went, from naps and meals to those tiny steps of development and discovery.

Our Toddler Room – Tiny Tides

Our toddler room, lovingly called Tiny Tides, is designed with movement, imagination, and growing independence in mind. This is a space where curiosity is welcomed, little voices are heard, and each child is supported to explore the world around them in their own unique way.

As toddlers begin to walk, climb, and express themselves, Tiny Tides offers plenty of space to roam, play, and build confidence. With fewer tables and chairs and more open-ended resources at child height, the environment encourages physical development, choice-making, and self-led discovery.

Every inch of Tiny Tides is designed to support growing minds, bodies, and hearts, guided by trusted adults who understand the wonder and challenges of this exciting stage of development.

Under the Sea themed Tiny Tides room at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring ocean wall murals, cosy reading den, child-sized tables, and a calm learning space for toddlers.

Your Preschooler's Routine at Little Lion Cubs Nursery

🌞 Morning Arrivals

The day begins with a warm welcome and a familiar routine. Your preschooler is gently encouraged to hang up their coat, find their name, and settle in with their friends, small but important steps toward growing confidence and independence.

Breakfast is served in a calm, family-style setting where children enjoy a healthy start to the day. This is a time for gentle conversation, decision-making, and learning to take turns, all supported by familiar adults who guide with patience and care.

🎓 Learning Through Play

In our preschool rooms, play becomes more purposeful and full of possibility. Whether they're practising early writing, experimenting with numbers, building imaginative worlds, or exploring nature and science, children are constantly learning through hands-on discovery.

Our values-led approach supports not only school readiness, but life readiness, helping children learn how to think critically, work with others, express themselves with confidence, and approach challenges with curiosity and resilience.

🌿 Outdoor Adventures

Preschoolers thrive outdoors and we make sure they get plenty of fresh air and freedom to explore. Whether it's digging in the Sandpit, growing herbs in the garden, building obstacle courses, or simply chasing the wind, outdoor time is a vital part of every day.

Through nature-based play, children strengthen their physical skills, develop teamwork, and build a deep connection with the world around them, all in a safe, inspiring environment.

🍽️ Mealtimes

Mealtimes are social, relaxed, and full of valuable learning. Children are encouraged to try new foods, serve themselves where appropriate, and enjoy the company of their friends and key adults.

Nutritious meals and healthy snacks fuel their bodies and minds, while also reinforcing positive habits like sharing, patience, and healthy choices.

😌 Quiet Time & Rest

As children grow, they begin to recognise when they need a moment of rest and we support that with calming spaces and quiet activities throughout the day. Whether it's a cosy book corner, peaceful moments, or simply lying down after lunch, we give preschoolers the tools to listen to their bodies and care for their wellbeing.

For those who still nap, we provide a calm, peaceful space that mirrors their home routine and helps them reset for the afternoon ahead.

💬 Home Time & Sharing Their Day

We believe strong parent partnerships help every child flourish. Throughout the day, we'll keep you updated via our parent app with photos, observations, and lovely little moments of learning and joy.

At home time, your child's key person will be ready to share their highlights , from new friendships to creative achievements so you leave with not just a full bag, but a full heart.

Our Preschool Rooms – Creation Station & Wisdom Valley

Our preschool spaces, Creation Station and Wisdom Valley, are designed to spark imagination, encourage growth, and prepare children for their next big steps in learning and life. Both rooms follow a safari jungle theme, filled with gentle animal imagery and earthy tones to create an inspiring, adventure-filled atmosphere.

Creation Station is our dedicated indoor play space, where children can immerse themselves in imaginative role play and open-ended fun. With dress-up clothes, dollhouses, train tracks, construction toys, and themed areas, this room is bursting with opportunities for storytelling, pretend play, and social interaction. It's a space where creativity roars and friendships blossom, a true jungle of imagination!

Wisdom Valley, just next door, is our calm and focused preschool classroom. Here, children engage in age-appropriate learning, including early literacy, numeracy, science, and faith-based discussions. It’s a place for developing concentration, communication, and critical thinking through guided activities, reading time, and group sessions, all while feeling supported, safe, and encouraged to try new things.

Across both rooms, natural textures and materials like wooden blocks, pebbles, and feathers complement the safari theme, bringing the outdoors in and fuelling sensory exploration. Even the layout and furniture are carefully chosen to encourage movement, independence, and responsibility, helping children build confidence, strength, and self-awareness as they learn through play and purposeful activities.

Wisdom Valley classroom for children aged 3–5 at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring a maths learning area, whiteboard, child-sized tables, and organised educational resources.
Creation Station classroom for children aged 3–5 at Little Lion Cubs Nursery in Netherfield, Nottingham, featuring role play areas, imaginative play resources, dressing-up clothes, and creative learning spaces.

Our Daily Adventures

🍼 Baby Room – Sandy Sanctuary (Under 2s)

Time Activity
8:00am–9:00amBreakfast – A gentle start with greek yoghurt, fresh fruit or cottage cheese etc. Babies are fed one-on-one, following individual routines.
9:00am–10:00amFree Play & Sensory Time – Tummy time, soft toys, musical instruments, and sensory trays.
10:00am-10:20amMid-Morning Snack and milk – Finger foods like fresh fruit, rice cakes, or breadsticks.
10:20am–10:50am Outdoor play- learning outside in the environment.
10:50am–11:30amSongs & Stories – Baby signing, cuddles, and early communication time.
11:30am–12:00pmLunch – Two-course hot meal served in Tiny Tides Room with toddlers. Textures adapted to babies' weaning stage.
12:00pm–1:00pmOutdoor Play – Exciting exploration of Eden meadows playground
1:00pm–2:30pmNap Time – Cosy and calm rest, following each baby's home routine.
2:30pm–3:30pmIndoor Play – Books, mirrors, lights, or sensory experiences.
3:30pm–4:00pmAfternoon Snack and milk – Light snack and milk carton
4:00pm–4:30pmOutdoor Play – Time to explore with toddlers or enjoy sensory toys in the fresh air.
4:30pm–5:00pmCalm Exploration – Cuddle time, story time or quiet one-on-one play.
5:00pm-5:30pmAfternoon Tea – Two-course hot meal shared with toddlers. Weaning meals or soft finger foods.
5:30pm-6:00pmCalm Exploration – Cuddle time, story time or quiet one-on-one play.
6:00pmHome Time – Ready to go home after a full day of learning and love.

🧸 Toddler Room – Tiny Tides (2-Year-Olds)

Time Activity
8:00am–9:00amBreakfast – Shared mealtime with greek yoghurt, fresh fruit or cottage cheese etc at toddler-sized tables.
9:00am–10:00amFree Play – Music, mark-making, imaginative play, and small group fun.
10:00am-10:20amMid-Morning Snack and milk – Options like fruit slices, breadsticks, or raisins.
10:20am–10:50amOutdoor play- learning outside in the environment.
10:50am–11:30am Adult-Led Play – Themed sensory trays, messy play, outdoor jungle games.
11:30am–12:00pmLunch – Two-course hot meal served with babies in the Tiny Tides Room. Balanced two-course meal.
12:00pm–1:00pmOutdoor Play – Shared with babies in the garden.
1:00pm–2:00pmNap or Calm Time – Sleep time or quiet activities like puzzles or stories.
2:00pm–2:45pmOutdoor or Messy Play – water play, chalking, or nature exploration.
2:45pm-3:30pmFree Play – Music, mark-making, imaginative play, and small group fun.
3:30pm–4:00pmAfternoon Snack and milk – Simple snack to tide them over before Tea
4:00pm–4:30pmOutdoor Play – Joint play with babies or nature-themed group fun.
4:30pm – 5:00pmFree Play & Wind Down – singing, or building time.
5:00pm-5:30pmAfternoon Tea – Two-course hot meal shared with babies. A balanced, healthy meal such Minted lamb hotpot with veggies or tomato and basil chicken with brown rice. .
5:30pm-6:00pmWind Down – End-of-day storytelling
6:00pmHome Time – Off home after a day full of fun and discovery.

🦁 Preschool Rooms – Creation Station & Wisdom Valley (3–5 Years)

Time Activity
8:00am–9:00amBreakfast – Social start to the day with greek yoghurt, fresh fruit or cottage cheese etc in small groups.
9:00am–9:55amFree Play & Morning Circle – Child-led activities followed by songs, stories, and show & tell.
9:55am-10:15amMid-Morning Snack and milk– Fruit, crackers, or breadsticks with milk or water.
10:15am–11:30amLearning & Creative Time
Wisdom Valley: Phonics, early maths, group projects
Creation Station: Dress-up, trains, jungle play, art & construction
11:30am–12:00pmOutdoor Play – group games, or nature fun while younger children eat.
12:00pm–12:30pmLunch – Two-course hot meal served in Tiny Tides Room.
12:30pm–1:00pmOutdoor Play – More fresh air fun before afternoon learning.
1:00pm–2:15pmLearning & Creative Time
Wisdom Valley: Phonics, early maths, group projects
Creation Station: Dress-up, trains, jungle play, art & construction
2:15pm–2:45pmOutdoor Exploration – Den building, team games, nature play.
2:45pm-3:30pmFree time- Music, mark-making, imaginative play, and small group fun.
3:30pm-4:00pmOutdoor Play – More fresh air fun before afternoon snack.
4:00pm–4:20pmAfternoon Snack and milk – Simple snack to tide them over before Tea.
4:20pm–5:00pmEnd-of-Day Reflections & Play – Group chat, memory games or creative table play.
5:00pm-5:30pmAfternoon Tea – A balanced, healthy meal such as cheesy bean pie with broccoli or sweet and sour chicken with rice to end the day on a full and happy note.
5:30pm-6:00pmWind Down – End-of-day storytelling
6:00pmHome Time – Ready for stories, cuddles, and rest at home.
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