Key Information
Why families choose Kindred Norton Canes
At Kindred Norton Canes Nursery and Pre-School, we are proud to offer a warm, home-from-home environment where every little one becomes part of our Kindred family. Our large garden offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures, with a fantastic pirate ship, gardening activities and a cosy story shed to spark imaginations. Indoors, children can enjoy soft play equipment and inspiring spaces designed to encourage exploration, confidence and independence.
We are passionate about creating strong relationships with children and their families, something reflected in our wonderful, long-standing team. With our Nursery Manager having been part of the setting for 17 years and our Deputy Manager for 20 years, families benefit from familiar faces and a wealth of experience. Our highly qualified practitioners are dedicated to providing exceptional childcare, helping every child feel safe, supported and ready to thrive.
Our location offers excellent convenience for local families. Situated on a main commuter route in the heart of Norton Canes, our nursery is well established within the village community. With an early opening time of 07:30 and freshly prepared meals from our on-site chef, we aim to make busy family life that little bit easier.
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LOCATION
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Kindred Norton Canes Nursery and Pre-School
Kindred Norton Canes is located in the heart of Norton Canes village, our nursery is conveniently located for families travelling from Cannock, Brownhills and the surrounding areas. We're easy to reach by car, making morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups convenient for busy families.
OUR TEAM
Our Team
Emma Corbett
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
My favourite books are The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Whatever Next!. I enjoy reading these stories with the children and exploring the adventures and imagination within each book.
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous team! Pure and simple. With many of our team having been part of Kindred Norton Canes for years, including our Nursery Manager for 17 years and Deputy Manager for 20 years, it’s their close-knit relationships and genuine passion for childcare that create our wonderful family feel.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training programme run by childcare and EYFS experts. It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! From encouraging independence and curiosity to building strong relationships with families and our local community, it’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred Norton Canes the incredible, loving place that it is.
DAY IN THE LIFE
Day in the Life
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Drop Off
Our doors open from 07:30, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Breakfast
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chef and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
Morning
Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, our little explorers enjoy a morning filled with exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. From creative arts and crafts and imaginative role play to focus activities and child-led play experiences, there is something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play is an important part of our daily routine, with every room heading outside at least twice a day to explore, play and discover the world around them. A healthy morning snack is available from 10:00 to keep everyone energised throughout their busy morning.
Lunch
From 11:30, our children come together to enjoy lunch, providing a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures. Our mealtimes are relaxed and welcoming, with our friendly team encouraging children to try new things at their own pace while supporting individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Nap Time
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere to support rest and relaxation, ensuring each child's individual routine and needs are respected. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Afternoon
The afternoon brings even more opportunities for awe and wonder as children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences. Whether getting creative with arts and crafts, exploring exciting focus activities or enjoying imaginative play with friends, every afternoon is filled with opportunities to develop curiosity, confidence and independence. Our large garden provides plenty of space for outdoor adventures, while occasional trips into the local community, including visits to the library, park and nature reserve, help children discover the world beyond our nursery.
Snack
At 14:00, our little explorers enjoy a healthy afternoon snack to keep them fuelled for the rest of their busy day. From 16:00, children come together for their evening meal, enjoying another opportunity to develop their independence and share conversations with friends. Afterwards, they can settle into a relaxed period of child-led play, choosing their favourite activities and enjoying some quieter moments before heading home.
Home
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 18:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
FAQs
FAQs
How often do the children play outside at your nursery?
At Kindred Norton Canes, we believe the outdoors is full of wonderful opportunities for little ones to explore, discover and grow. Every room heads outside at least twice a day, giving children plenty of time to enjoy fresh air, develop their confidence and follow their natural curiosity.
Our large garden is a wonderful space for adventures, with a pirate ship to inspire imaginative play and a cosy story shed where children can enjoy their favourite books. From creative outdoor activities to simply discovering the world around them, there's always something exciting waiting to be explored.
How do you build relationships with parents?
At Kindred Norton Canes, we believe that building strong relationships with our families is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on our open communication and welcoming family feel, ensuring parents are involved in their little one's nursery journey.
Our lending library encourages families to share the joy of reading together at home, while our home learning activities provide wonderful opportunities to continue the fun and discovery beyond nursery. We also hold parents' evenings and bring everyone together for special celebrations, including Mother's Day, Father's Day, our Christmas carol service and Christmas par
Do you have links with any local family hubs, charities or support groups?
Absolutely! Being part of our local community is something we're really passionate about at Kindred Norton Canes.
We have links with local family hubs, helping families access advice and additional support when needed. We also love bringing our nursery family together to support worthwhile causes, from collecting food donations for the local food bank during harvest to fundraising for Children in Need through exciting activities such as danceathons, bikeathons and staff-led car washes.
How do settling-in sessions work?
We understand that starting nursery is a big milestone for little ones and their families, and we want everyone to feel happy, comfortable and reassured from the very beginning.
Our friendly team take time to get to know each child, learning about their individual routines, interests and needs while building trusting relationships with parents and carers. We recognise that every child settles in differently, so we work closely with families to help make the transition from home to nursery as positive as possible.
What are the parking and access arrangements for drop-off and pick-up?
We want every family's nursery journey to be as smooth and welcoming as possible. Our nursery benefits from convenient car parking, ramp access and dedicated pram storage, helping make everyday drop-offs and collections that little bit easier.
Our friendly team are always on hand to welcome you and your little one, ensuring a smooth and happy start and end to each nursery day.
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Activities
We believe that providing children with rich and varied learning opportunities from an early age supports their overall development and helps them to thrive. Our thoughtfully planned enrichment activity is designed to enhance their nursery experience, spark curiosity, nurture a love of learning and create memorable moments. This additional experience encourages creativity, supports holistic development and provides a wonderful learning opportunity that broadens children’s experiences and helps them discover more about the world around them.
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