Our Approach
Cornerstone Nurseries – Building a strong foundation for your child’s future
Our Key Values
We have the shared RESPONSIBILITY to help develop children’s learning through a play-based curriculum of meaningful ‘real’ experiences to develop their CURIOSITY and interest.
Cornerstone Nurseries practice respectful care-giving and aim to develop at all times an INCLUSIVE environment of mutual CARE, RESPECT and SECURITY where children are free to be themselves whilst celebrating everybody’s individuality and uniqueness.
The Vision
It is our company’s vision that all children who attend our nurseries will have access to a high standard of nursery care and education which has a positive and lasting impact on their future.
We strive to offer the very best possible nursery care and education, creating long lasting memories and strong foundations for the children of families using our services.
We plan a home from home environment which is a happy place for children to explore full of awe & wonder for all children who attend and where parents can leave their children safe in the knowledge that they are well cared for and enjoying their time with us.
A child’s earliest years from birth to five years are crucial, all research shows that this stage of development matters more than any other. If we get Early years right, we pave the way for a lifetime of achievement, If we get it wrong, we miss a unique opportunity to shape a child’s future.”
(OFSTED July 2016)
The Mission
At Cornerstone Nurseries, our mission is to provide quality child care which is flexible to the needs of today’s families whilst remaining affordable to all.
We aim to do this across 2024 through a natural approach to environments and resources which offer a wealth of learning opportunities and spark a natural sense of wonder and awe inspiring curiosity in play and education. We strive to offer secure environments which are clean and plentiful in authentic resources and in space, alongside access to fabulous and natural outdoor provision with real grass and trees, flowers and nature.
Our team regard our settings as a “Home from Home” and work with this in mind at all times. Our mission as we move through 2024 is to build on children’s existing knowledge with meaningful experiences and carefully selected activities developed in the moment rather than planned in advance. We treat all children as individuals, and offer freedom of choice and exploratory play which can be carefully extended and enjoyed together enthusiastically, keeping the children’s enjoyment and well-being as central in everything that we do.
Our staff aim to provide a caring atmosphere where children feel welcomed and nurtured and free to be themselves safe in the knowledge that we are inclusive to the needs of all children every day, recognising what makes children and families individual and celebrating these differences together.
Our Leaders
Our Directors and Management teams aim to be successful, visionary leaders of people and strive to take into account the opinions and ideas of all external and internal stakeholders of our company.
We strive to be passionate about our work and support the people who work for us.
Our aim is to be communicative, personable and respond well to all expectations of us in our leadership through an open door policy to all employees and families who visit our settings ensuring that everyone feels a valued member of our Cornerstone community.
We will treat all service users with dignity and respect and work fairly using the company policies and procedures.
Cornerstone Nurseries believe in lifelong learning and investing in development opportunities for our employees and this also applies to our leadership team who strive to continuously improve on our own knowledge to be the best leaders that we can be and to lead by example and be professional role models to our employees at all times.
Our Team
We are TEAM focused and truly believe our staff team are our most precious and valuable resource. We aim to be a fair employer who celebrates all successes, no matter how small and supports our employees to achieve their goals and work together in a team of mutual care, respect and dignity for all.
We will always do our best to offer opportunities for continuous professional development by investing in our employee’s futures through training and offer further career opportunities for our team members wherever possible.
We aim for 100% of our team members to qualify in paediatric first aid, food hygiene, safeguarding and the prevent duty. We invest in an abundance of free E-Learning opportunities and believe in training our employees well enough that they can leave but treating them well enough so that they don’t want to! (Richard Branson).
In the Community
At Cornerstone, we’re more than just a childcare provider; we’re a vibrant community committed to making a positive impact. By fostering strong relationships and partnerships, we strive to enrich the lives of our families and contribute to the betterment of our local area.
Our dedication to giving back is evident in our annual charity fundraising efforts. Through fun and engaging events, we rally our employees and families to support a cause that resonates with us all. Each year we select a local charity associated with children and families to support.
Our exclusive ‘Club Cornerstone’ membership program offers discounts and perks at a variety of local establishments, benefiting our staff, families and the community as a whole.
Discover the Perfect Nursery for Your Family…
We invite you to explore our two distinctive nurseries in Basingstoke. Each setting offers a unique experience, tailored to meet the individual needs of every child.
Whether you’re looking for a cosy, home-like atmosphere, or a more structured environment, we have the perfect setting for your child. Book a tour today to find out which nursery is the ideal match for your family.
