Explore Hardmoor
Take a journey into Hardmoor and explore our wonderful rooms and beautiful outdoor surroundings.
“Roots of understanding grow deep when curious minds are nourished in nature”.
Nell Regan Kartychok
Outdoor Woodland Learning
All of our children take part in ‘OWL’: Outdoor Woodland Learning.
It’s hard to believe that within a busy city, children are able to find an early years setting that brings together the most beautiful natural surroundings. Look no further because at Hardmoor, outdoor learning forms the heart of our daily life with activities taking place all year, whatever the weather.
Children explore our vast and secure woodland forest, a beautiful campfire setting where learning takes place about the natural world, a potting greenhouse where children can’t wait to plant and grow seeds, plants and food, among more enriching activities.
Hardmoor is home to two chickens who lay eggs daily that the children collect. Our chickens live in our main playground and say ‘hi’ to the children everyday.
Our OWL provision gives children the very best start in developing some every day skills. Including how to explore woodland safely, to using the natural environment for crafting and den building and how to safely use tools when gardening or planting.
“Play is our brain’s favourite way of learning”.
Diane Ackerman
Our Play Rooms
All of our play rooms are large, light and airy with direct access to the gardens. Our settings provide the most warming welcome for all our children and their families, hosted by our kind and nurturing team.
We have 4 spaces: Kits & Rabbits (babies), Hedgehogs (toddlers) and Foxes (pre-school).
Below are some photographs captured across our spaces with some brand new video coming soon.
