SERVICE DETAILS
NKS runs a multicultural childcare facility for children aged between 3 months and 5 years of age. The primary aim of the NKS Childcare Facility is to alleviate deprivation and isolation among children and to provide them with an opportunity to develop a positive self-image within a comfortable environment.
The primary aim of the NKS Nursery is to provide good quality childcare which offers a holistic approach through early years intervention in order to meet pre-school children’s needs. The service also provides opportunities for the positive development of pre-school children through play and allows mothers to participate in various activities of interest to them at NKS or anywhere else in Edinburgh. The NKS Nursery is registered with the Care Inspectorate and inspection takes place as required.
Theme of the Week – Themes are selected on long term, medium term and short term basis. Long term and short term planning includes seasons and multicultural festivals based on children’s interests. Medium term planning entails events in children’s lives and includes children’s interests and activities to meet their needs.
Nursery Rhymes – Nursery rhymes are sung to encourage children to sing with other children.
Story Sessions – Stories from various cultural backgrounds are read to children to develop their interest in books.
Outings and Parties – From time to time, outings and parties are arranged for the children. Moreover, important festivals related to different cultures are also celebrated. This is done in an effort to encourage the children to learn about other cultures.
Arts and Crafts – Painting, paper cutting and colouring are some of the basic skills that the children are taught.
Computer – Computing activities are also available for children, which help them to learn co-ordination of eyes and hand movement and works as a visual tool for developing language and literacy skills.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: • Forestry • Badminton • Basketball • Football • Walks • Outings • John Muir • Taekwondo • Swimming
INDOOR ACTIVITIES: Snooker • Indoor Games Club • Board Games • Arts & Crafts
THE NKS NURSERY OPENING TIMES
Morning session: 8:30am - 12:45pm
Afternoon session: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Full day: 8:30am - 5:30pm
FEES
Children over 2 years
- Half day/one session: £13.75
- Full day: £23.65
- Full week: £110.00 (£22.00 per day)
- Snack money per day is 35 pence and £1.75 per full week
- Fees for four full weeks: £440.00 (fees) and £7.00 (snack) = £447.00 (please note that some months have five weeks, in which case this will be more)
Children under 2 years
- Half day/one session: £17.60
- Full day: £33.35
- Full week: £165.00 (£33.00 per day)
- Snack money per day is 35 pence and £1.75 per full week
- Fees for four full weeks: £660.00 (fees) and £7.00 (snack) = £667.00 (please note that some months have five weeks, in which case this will be more)
Please see http://www.nkshealth.co.uk/nks-childcare-facility for our NKS Childcare Admission Form, NKS Nursery Booklet and NKS Initial Assessment Proforma
