Cardiff and Porth Nurseries

We have two nurseries; one is based in Cardiff Bay and is registered for 54 boys and girls, aged from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our other nursery is based in Porth and is registered for 60 boys and girls, aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Darling Buds Nurseries provide care for all races, religions and genders. The main language used is English, however, basic Welsh is linked to the nursery's topics, themes and activities.

We have qualified, experienced staff who will stimulate and encourage your child/children in their early years of development.

We aim to provide a happy and secure environment for the children in our care. All our activities are planned to help your child continue his or her social, emotional, physical, creative and intellectual development.

Below are details of the main groups operated within the nursery, how to register and the period leading up to leaving your child with us.

Cardiff Nursery

Buttercups

From 8 weeks to 12 months — Ratio of 1 staff to 3 children

Daisies

12 to 18 months — Ratio 1 staff to 3 children

Poppies

18 months to 2 years — Ratio 1 staff to 3 children

Violets

2 to 3 years — Ratio 1 staff to 4 children

Sunflowers

3 years + — Ratio 1 staff to 8 children

Porth Nursery

Caterpillars and Ladybirds

From 6 weeks to 18 months — Ratio of 1 staff to 3 children

Busy Bees and Butterflies

18 months to 5 years — Ratio of 1 staff for every 4 to 8 children

Registering your Child

If no immediate place is available for your child, we will put your name on the nursery waiting list. Before your child starts at Darling Buds Nursery, you are invited to visit us when you will be shown around all Nursery areas.

Settling-In

You will be invited to spend time in your child’s group in order to establish relationships with the carers before your child or children are left in the Nursery’s care. Your child will then be invited to stay (by arrangement) for a short period of time without you being present.

The First Day at the Nursery

When your child is enrolled at Darling Buds Nursery you are invited to stay for as long as you feel necessary in order to be satisfied that your child/children are settled. During this time all paperwork can be checked to ensure we have the correct contact number before you leave

Learning Activities / Our Routine

At the nursery, we follow a structured daily routine. When with us your child/children will experience a variety of activities including art and craft, shared play, learn to recognise colour, shapes, letters & numbers, story time and singing. We also provide facilities for sand & water play.

Outings

During the summer months we also provide opportunities for outings to local parks and beauty spots. Please remember to slap on a hat, slip on the shades and splash on the sun cream before bringing your child to nursery. We will be happy to re-apply sun cream provided by you.

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		Cardiff and Porth Nurseries We have two nurseries; one is based in Cardiff Bay and is registered for 54 boys and girls, aged from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our other nursery is based in Porth and is registered for 60 boys and girls, aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Darling Buds Nurseries provide care for all races, religions and genders. The main language used is English, however, basic Welsh is linked to the nursery's topics, themes and activities. We have qualified, experienced staff who will stimulate and encourage your child/children in their early years of development. We aim to provide a happy and secure environment for the children in our care. All our activities are planned to help your child continue his or her social, emotional, physical, creative and intellectual development. Below are details of the main groups operated within the nursery, how to register and the period leading up to leaving your child with us. Cardiff Nursery Buttercups From 8 weeks to 12 months — Ratio of 1 staff to 3 children Daisies 12 to 18 months — Ratio 1 staff to 3 children Poppies 18 months to 2 years — Ratio 1 staff to 3 children Violets 2 to 3 years — Ratio 1 staff to 4 children Sunflowers 3 years + — Ratio 1 staff to 8 children Porth Nursery Caterpillars and Ladybirds From 6 weeks to 18 months — Ratio of 1 staff to 3 children Busy Bees and Butterflies 18 months to 5 years — Ratio of 1 staff for every 4 to 8 children Registering your Child If no immediate place is available for your child, we will put your name on the nursery waiting list. Before your child starts at Darling Buds Nursery, you are invited to visit us when you will be shown around all Nursery areas. Settling-In You will be invited to spend time in your child’s group in order to establish relationships with the carers before your child or children are left in the Nursery’s care. Your child will then be invited to stay (by arrangement) for a short period of time without you being present. The First Day at the Nursery When your child is enrolled at Darling Buds Nursery you are invited to stay for as long as you feel necessary in order to be satisfied that your child/children are settled. During this time all paperwork can be checked to ensure we have the correct contact number before you leave Learning Activities / Our Routine At the nursery, we follow a structured daily routine. When with us your child/children will experience a variety of activities including art and craft, shared play, learn to recognise colour, shapes, letters & numbers, story time and singing. We also provide facilities for sand & water play. Outings During the summer months we also provide opportunities for outings to local parks and beauty spots. Please remember to slap on a hat, slip on the shades and splash on the sun cream before bringing your child to nursery. We will be happy to re-apply sun cream provided by you.
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