Useful Information

A ‘virtual’ tour of Littleview

Littleview Ofsted report

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Tapestry Information

Littleview Day Nursery use the secure online system ‘Tapestry’ (https://tapestry.info/security.html) which allows staff and parents to access the information via a personal, password-protected login. Parents and staff have individual passwords to access their Littleview Tapestry account.

Each child’s key person is responsible for their development and the compilation of their learning journals. If a key person is away from the nursery on a training course, or absent through illness or personal matters, all Littleview staff are able to capture observations for their key children and upload these onto the ‘Tapestry’ app, effectively recording and tracking children’s progress and learning. ‘Tapestry’ is used by staff to record significant observations in relation to the EYFS development matters; characteristics of effective learning and well-being and involvement scales and by parents to comment on Nursery observations or to upload their own photos or videos of moments that have happened at home. These observations or events can be recorded as written notes, photos and videos.

You can access further information here: https://tapestry.info/

Zones of Regulation

At Littleview we are using the Zones of Regulation as part of our framework to teach children self-awareness and self-regulation skills by categorising feelings into four colour-coded zones: Blue (low energy, such as sadness or tiredness), Green (calm and focused, optimal for learning), Yellow (heightened energy, such as excitement or frustration), and Red (intense emotions, like anger or terror). The goal is to help our young children understand these emotions and develop a personal "toolkit" of strategies, like deep breathing or taking a break, to manage their feelings and move between zones effectively. Here is how it works:

Emotional Literacy:

The Zones provide a common language for both children and adults to discuss feelings, which is crucial as emotions can shift quickly in young children. 

Developing a "Toolkit":

Children learn to build a personal "toolbox" of strategies to help them regulate their emotions. This might include things like taking deep breaths, having a calming sensory experience (e.g., playing with playdough), or taking a break. 

Promoting Self-Regulation:

The framework empowers young children to identify how they are feeling and what they need to move back to a more regulated state, fostering self-control and resilience. 

Creating a Supportive Environment:

By understanding and validating all emotions, educators and parents can create a peaceful and productive learning environment for children to learn and play effectively. 
Supporting Your Child at Home

Problem-Solve together:

Discuss what activities or strategies might help them feel better, such as reading a book, having a healthy snack, or doing some gentle movement. 

Acknowledge All Emotions:

We remember that no zone is "good" or "bad"; all emotions are valid and need to be acknowledged and supported.