Babies at Coombe Valley are cared for by designated key people, who are all experienced and specifically qualified in the care of children under two.  Babies have their own space and we always follow their own routines for sleeping and eating, with indoor and outdoor playtimes in between.  We encourage parents to talk to us about their children, and we plan carefully to support every child’s development. Toddlers are beginning to find their feet and we understand their need to become their own people.  We treat them carefully so that they learn to be part of a social group, while also pursuing their own interests.  Our staff are all qualified to at least level 3 and all senior staff are qualified to at least level 4 in the care of children 0-5, and many have been with Coombe Valley for years.  Like babies, toddlers have designated key staff to ensure that their needs are met. As children grow and develop we encourage them to experiment and grow in confidence, learning to explore and discover and to believe in themselves as competent and confident learners.  The progress of all our children is observed and noted regularly, and activities are carefully planned by each child’s key person to meet their individual needs. All children from 0-5 work within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.