The Nest 1

The Nest 1 is home to our youngest Little Leopards. It is a calm, nurturing and wonderfully homely environment, carefully designed around the needs of babies during their first months with us.

At this stage, babies develop at wonderfully different rates, so the environment has been thoughtfully arranged to support each child wherever they are in their physical development.

As babies become increasingly mobile, the furniture and resources around them are deliberately positioned to encourage movement. Low-level furniture provides natural opportunities to reach, pull to standing, move between supports and eventually begin to cruise confidently around the room.

Sleep

All babies in The Nest 1 sleep in our dedicated sleep room, providing a calm and peaceful space away from the stimulation and activity of the main nursery room.

We understand just how important sleep is during this stage of development and work closely with parents to understand each baby's individual sleep needs and routines.

Feeding and Weaning

Feeding is an important part of the rhythm of The Nest 1 and takes place within the familiar surroundings of the room.

Babies can be given expressed breast milk or formula milk, with a dedicated milk preparation area and comfortable rocking chair helping feeding to remain a calm, unhurried time for closeness and connection. 

As babies begin weaning, our small wooden highchairs allow them to safely explore new tastes and textures and become increasingly involved in mealtimes.

Every baby’s feeding journey is different, so we work closely with families as their routines and needs develop.

Exploring Through the Senses

Sensory exploration is a huge part of life in The Nest 1. 

Babies discover their world through their whole bodies, so expect plenty of opportunities for messy play, water play and hands-on sensory exploration.

We use carefully chosen materials and authentic objects that encourage babies to touch, grasp, investigate, listen and experiment. There is no expectation of a finished product - the joy and learning are found in the exploration itself.

Growing in Confidence

Within The Nest 1, we have a separate, protected area for our youngest babies who are still developing the strength and confidence to sit independently. This gives them the freedom to roll, reach, stretch and explore safely, while still being very much part of the life of the room.