Setting Up a Nursery

Welcome to our online Setting Up a Nursery training package. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

A nursery provides a routine and structure to your child’s day, including meal times, naps, and indoor and outdoor activities, to help them feel more confident and secure. It also facilitates social interaction among children.

This online Setting Up a Nursery training package covers 10 comprehensive modules that will guide you through the step-by-step process of establishing a nursery, from the legal requirements to recruiting the right people to help ensure children’s health and well-being while in your care.

Entry requirements – No prerequisites are required

Assessment type – End of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification – Downloadable CPD-certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification – Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation – CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Course access – Part-time (1-year access)

Who is the course for?

This Setting Up a Nursery e-learning package is for the early years sector and anyone interested in setting up their own nursery and owning a daycare setting.

What is covered in this course?

This online Setting Up a Nursery training package covers the following modules:

• Module 1 – Understanding the Legal Requirements in Setting Up a Nursery
• Module 2 – Marketing your Nursery Setting
• Module 3 – Nursery Staff Recruitment, Induction and Training
• Module 4 – Safeguarding Children in Nurseries
• Module 5 – Policies and Procedures in Setting Up a Nursery
• Module 6 – Promoting Inclusion and Diversity in Nurseries
• Module 7 – Understanding the EYFS Framework
• Module 8 – Early Years Resources and Nursery Supplies
• Module 9 – Working with Parents and Outside Agencies in the Early Years
• Module 10 – Active Outdoor Learning for Nurseries.

Course aims 

The online Setting Up a Nursery training package are to:

• Understand the legal requirements of setting up an early years setting.
• Assist in recruiting and training nursery staff.
• Develop policies and procedures relevant to nursery settings.

Learning objectives

The learning objectives of this online Setting Up a Nursery training package are to:

• Discuss the legal requirements for setting up a nursery, including the EYFS framework.
• Establish how to market the nursery.
• Explain nursery staff recruitment, induction and training.
• Discuss the relevant policies and procedures to safeguard children effectively.
• Promote inclusion and diversity in nurseries.
• Outline how to work with parents and outside agencies.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this online Setting Up a Nursery training package, the learner will be able to:

• State the legal requirements when setting up nurseries.
• State the consequences of failure to adhere to regulations.
• Explain the legal and ethical issues concerning the early years setting.
• Define the term child protection.
• Conduct a risk assessment to ensure staff and children in their care are not exposed to risks.
• Outline health and safety considerations when setting up outdoor facilities.

Why is this online Setting Up a Nursery training package essential?

Setting up your nursery is a gratifying experience. It can be stressful at times, but knowing the requirements beforehand will make the journey run smoothly. 

Understanding the benefits of adhering to legal requirements can help you ensure that children are provided with a strong foundation for academic learning and supported with improving their social and emotional skills.

Setting Up a Nursery – Intermediate Level – Online Training Package – CPDUK Accredited.