Play is For All

About this day nursery

Play is For All in Bolton provides an exceptionally inclusive and nurturing environment for children aged 5 to 18, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Registered in April 2024, this childcare on non-domestic premises is dedicated to offering vital respite care for families and collaborating closely with parents and external professionals to ensure every child receives tailored support.

Staff are highly skilled at adapting interactions and resources, using communication aids like language mats for preverbal children, and responding sensitively to both verbal and non-verbal cues. The setting prides itself on fostering warm, trusting relationships, ensuring children feel safe, secure, and valued while engaging in activities that promote their wellbeing, sense of belonging, and independence.

Leaders prioritise staff development, ensuring the team is knowledgeable and responsive, and maintain a focus on creating a calm atmosphere where children can thrive, develop positive attitudes towards learning, and participate in enriching experiences.

What it's like

Children attending this provision experience a warm, nurturing and highly inclusive environment, where their individual needs are understood and respected. They are supported by staff, who know them well and use detailed care and learning plans to ensure they can access meaningful experiences tailored to their needs. Children develop trusting relationships with staff and confidently communicate their wishes, whether verbally or through alternative forms of communication and nonverbal cues.