The aim of Sam’s Learning Tree is to offer an opportunity for all children to realise their full potential and to provide a caring and happy community within which their academic, physical and social needs are met.

Sam’s Learning Tree has 5 different childcare units - Baby, Tweenie, Toddler, Pre-School and Sam's Club. Within each area we operate a system of 'Learning through Play'. Each area plans their activities so as to cover all aspects of the child's development specific to their age and ability. All of the children have a developmental file within which their development is recorded every 3 months. This file follows your child from area to area and is yours to keep when your child goes on to full time school.

The Baby, Tweenie and Toddler Unit follow the Birth to Three Matters Framework. Each area offers a secure environment with equipment to both interest and stimulate your child. Within each area the children benefit from adult help and interaction. The activities will be both challenging and enjoyable and will be specific to each child’s’ individual needs, whilst covering a broad spectrum of activities. As a parent you will receive a daily record sheet to keep you informed about your child on a day-to-day basis

The Pre-School Unit allows children to be more independent and gives them more freedom to choose the activities that they wish to participate in, while ensuring that they experience a variety of tasks that let your child is achieve his/her full potential. In this area all seven of the Early Learning Goals are covered to ensure that all of the children are receiving the full Foundation Stage Curriculum.


We will be preparing your child for school and for life by introducing them to the following:

Learning through fun and play


Development of a healthy self-image


Growth of his or her potential in a range of developmental and communication skills


Learning to share and relate in a positive way with other children and adults 


Practising self-control and decision-making


Developing a respect for other people and other cultures


Assuming responsibility as appropriate for his or her age through group activities and given tasks


Developing habits of orderliness and cleanliness and an awareness of basic health and safety


Learning about nutritious foods and why they are good for people and introduction to suitable early cookery


Experiencing pre-reading activities in preparation for formal reading


Development of fine motor and other skills in preparation for formal writing


Being introduced to Maths, Science and Art through exploring shapes, numbers, sizes, objects found in Nature and our environment.


Learning that books and Media can introduce a whole new environment


Learning how to keep themselves safe


Developing basic computer skills


Understanding and developing their individual strengths and weaknesses


Developing a passion for learning


Making friends of all ages and improving social skills


Developing initiative and learning to use this skill


Experiencing a comprehensive range of equipment to select from with which to learn


Introduction to Drama, Music and Physical Education through various indoor and outdoor activities and games