Nursery Apprentice Review

Item: Nursery Apprentice at Kids Planet Day Nurseries
Rating: 4.3
Author: Anonymous

at Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Bradford

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

4.3 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role

4/5 - Skills Development

3.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

5/5

Settling children in
Helping them create bonds with others
Helping them improve on their physical development
Change nappies
help them get used to new surroundings
help them with their speech and language

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

I really enjoy my nursery apprenticeship. It's fulfilling to see children grow and develop through the activities I create. I love being part of their learning journey, especially when I can support their mathematical skills and ensure every child feels included and valued in the environment.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5

While working in a nursery, I have learned to create enabling environments and activities that support holistic development. I developed skills in planning age-appropriate activities for mathematical learning, ensuring inclusivity, and fostering a positive atmosphere, all of which enhance outcomes for the children I work with.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

My nursery apprenticeship program is quite well organized and structured. It includes a balance of hands-on experience and theoretical learning, which helps me understand child development better. The program also provides clear guidelines for planning activities, ensuring they meet age-related expectations and support each child's unique learning needs.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

4/5

I receive a good amount of help from my employer. They provide guidance on best practices in child development and support me in creating enabling environments. Their feedback on my activities helps me improve and ensures I'm meeting the needs of all children in the nursery.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

I get a decent amount of support from my training provider while working towards my nursery apprenticeship qualifications. They offer resources and guidance that help me understand child development better, which is really beneficial for creating activities that support children's holistic growth.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5

I feel that my qualification through my training provider really helps me perform better in my role. It gives me a solid understanding of age-related expectations and how to create activities that support children's holistic development, especially in areas like mathematical learning. This knowledge boosts my confidence in planning effective and inclusive activities.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

3/5

We have activities that involve parents e.g stay and plays, home learning bags.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kids Planet Day Nurseries to a friend?

Yes

Why?

I would recommend this nursery to a friend because it provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. A good nursery offers a variety of stimulating activities, a caring and qualified staff, and a focus on each child's individual development, and Kids Planet definitely provide this. It's a great place where children can thrive and build essential skills for their future. Plus, it gives parents peace of mind knowing their little ones are in good hands!