RENAISSANCE NURSERIES Telephone 0333 335 6573
AUTUMN TERM
September to December
Welcome to Our Highlights!
As Autumn arrives, we are excited to welcome a wonderful new term filled with opportunities for our children and families to learn, celebrate and connect together. Throughout the Autumn Term, we have a variety of special events and activities planned, including parent engagement meetings, themed learning experiences, seasonal celebrations and important educational milestones. These special occasions are more than just dates for your diary—they are opportunities to share in your child’s nursery journey, celebrate their learning and development, and enjoy being part of our nursery community.
We look forward to creating many happy and memorable moments together this Autumn Term.
Celebrating Our Community Heroes
At Renaissance Nurseries, we believe that a thriving nursery is built not only on high-quality early education, but also on the strong and supportive community that surrounds our children. This section celebrates the wonderful individuals, families, organisations and community partners who contribute their time, knowledge and enthusiasm to enriching nursery life. Their involvement helps create meaningful experiences for our children, encouraging them to explore the world around them, build connections and develop a strong sense of belonging within their wider community.
Together, we are creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow & flourish.
Our Role Models
From local artists and storytellers to parents, professionals and volunteers, our nursery community brings together a wonderful range of people, experiences and perspectives. Each plays a valuable part in enriching our children’s learning and helping them discover more about the world around them.
Through engaging workshops, storytelling sessions, creative experiences, outdoor activities and shared celebrations, our community contributors bring learning to life in exciting and meaningful ways. These experiences encourage children to ask questions, explore new ideas, develop confidence and build connections with the wider community.
We are proud to celebrate the people who give their time, skills and enthusiasm to help make every child’s experience at Renaissance Nurseries even more inspiring and memorable.
Primary School Application
Primary School Application Dates
- Applications Open: 1 November 2026
- Application Deadline: Friday 15 January 2027
- Late Applications Deadline: 12 February 2027
- Primary School Offer Day: 16 April 2027
Get Involved!
At Renaissance Nurseries, we warmly welcome parents, local businesses and members of our wider community to play an active part in enriching our children’s learning experiences.
Whether you have a special skill or profession to share, an interesting story to tell, a cultural tradition to celebrate, or simply an idea that could inspire our children, we would love to hear from you. Every contribution, big or small, can create meaningful learning opportunities and help children develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
By working together, we can create a vibrant, inclusive and inspiring nursery environment that celebrates the diversity, talents and experiences within our community and gives every child opportunities to learn, discover and thrive.
More Important
Date Below
There’s always something exciting happening at Renaissance Nurseries! Our upcoming calendar is filled with seasonal celebrations, engaging activities and educational experiences designed to inspire curiosity, encourage discovery and make learning fun.
Keep an eye on our upcoming events and join us as we create memorable experiences that enrich every child’s learning journey.
Thursday 24 December
Christmas Eve – Nursery closes at 1 pm.
Important Dates
- Wednesday 30 September & Friday 2 October: SENCo Meetings
- Friday 16 October: Fire Drill – Morning
- Tuesday 20 & Friday 23 October: Meet the Key Person
- Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 November: Stay & Play Visits
- Friday 11 December: Parents’ Committee Meeting
- Thursday 24 December: Early Closure – Nursery closes at 1:00pm
- Friday 25 & Monday 28 December: Bank Holidays – Nursery Closed
- Tuesday 29, Wednesday 30 & Thursday 31 December: Staff Training Days – Nursery Closed
Nursery Terms
The Autumn Term will run from Tuesday 1 September to Friday 18 December 2026 and will include 14 funded weeks.
Half Term – Non-Funded Weeks
There will be a two-week half-term break from Monday 26 October to Friday 6 November 2026. These two weeks are non-funded weeks.
Upcoming Events: Mark Your Calendars!
- Friday 25 September: Harvest Festival Celebration – Nursery open as normal
- Thursday 29 October: Halloween Disco – Nursery open as normal
- Friday 6 November: Diwali Party – Nursery open as normal
- Wednesday 16 December: Christmas Disco – All children are invited - Nursery will close early at 4 pm.
Inspiring
Connections
Join Our
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Initiative
Interested in getting involved? Contact your local Renaissance Nursery today to discuss how you, your organisation or your business can become part of our nursery community and help create inspiring experiences for our children.
We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a difference.
These valuable interactions enrich children’s learning while strengthening connections between our families and the wider community. By welcoming community contributors into nursery life, we create opportunities for children to build relationships, discover different experiences & develop a positive sense of belonging.
Working together also helps children understand important values such as teamwork, creativity, kindness and respect for others. Surrounded by positive role models and a supportive community, children are encouraged to explore, express themselves, share ideas & grow in confidence.
At Renaissance Nurseries, we believe these connections help create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, inspired & excited to learn.
We warmly welcome individuals, organisations and local businesses who would like to get involved with Renaissance Nurseries and contribute to our children’s learning experiences.
By working in partnership with our wider community, we can provide meaningful, real-life learning opportunities that complement our curriculum, broaden children’s experiences and help them develop a greater understanding of the world around them.
If you have a skill, profession, experience or idea that you would like to share, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can inspire curiosity, create memorable learning experiences and help our children build strong and positive connections with their community.
Happy New Year
Wishing all our children and families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at Renaissance Nurseries.
As we celebrate this special time of year, we reflect on the wonderful memories we have created together and the joy, laughter and learning our children have shared throughout the year.
We hope your festive season is filled with happiness, warmth & precious moments with family & friends, and that the New Year brings exciting new beginnings, opportunities & many more reasons to smile.
From everyone at Renaissance Nurseries, we wish you a wonderful Christmas & a happy, healthy & joyful New Year!
Thank you for being such a valued part of our Renaissance Nurseries family. We look forward to welcoming you back and continuing our journey of learning, growing and creating special memories together in the year ahead.