That Education Starts from Day One
A safe, caring environment where boys and girls from 18 months to 3 years begin their journey in English.
At a Glance
- Ages
- 18 month – 3 years
- Campus
- Quatre-Bornes
- Drop-off
- 7:00am – 4:30pm
- Language
- English-medium
Day Care
A secure start for children from 18 months to 3 years
Hampton Day Care provides English-medium early education and care in Quatre-Bornes for boys and girls who are ready to begin learning away from home.
Our Day Care follows a structured curriculum informed by the UK Early Years Foundation Stage. From the first day, children are immersed in English through stories, songs, conversation, and guided play. The focus is on secure attachment, gentle routines, and the prime areas of early development: communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth.
Each child is assigned a key person — a named staff member who knows their routines, monitors their progress, and provides daily written feedback to parents. Parents can meet with their key person at any time. By the time children move up to Pre-Primary, they are comfortable in English, confident in a group, and ready for the next stage.
Programme
A structured curriculum built around the prime areas of early learning
Hampton Day Care teaches children through a balanced programme that builds early communication, physical coordination, social confidence, and a foundation in English.
Early Learning Foundations
- English Language Immersion
- Storytelling & Vocabulary
- Pre-Writing & Early Handwriting
- Understanding Our World
- Listening & Speaking
- Early Number Awareness
Creative & Physical
- Music & Movement
- Art & Craft
- Dance & Singing
- Physical Development
- Sensory & Imaginative Play
- Outdoor Exploration
Social & Personal Growth
- Personal, Social & Emotional Development
- Sharing & Turn-Taking
- Routines & Manners
- Toilet Training Support
- Mealtimes & Self-Feeding
- Rest & Nap Routines
Learning Journey
From first separation to Pre-Primary readiness
Each stage of Day Care has a clear purpose. Children move from settling in and exploring their environment to structured early learning and a confident transition to Pre-Primary.
Settling In & Exploration
18 months – 2 years
Children learn to separate from parents, trust their key person, and explore their environment through sensory play, music, and gentle routines. The focus is on first words in English, confident walking, and feeling safe in a group.
Active Learning & Communication
2 – 2.5 years
Children develop stronger speaking and listening, early mark-making, and the ability to follow simple routines. They begin playing alongside others, sharing toys, and responding to instructions in English. Toilet training is supported when the child is ready.
Pre-Primary Ready
2.5 – 3 years
Children consolidate early English vocabulary, develop pencil grip and pre-writing skills, and build the independence and concentration needed for a structured Pre-Primary classroom. They transition to Hampton Pre-Primary confident and prepared.
Teaching & Care
Daily reports, individual care, and a safe, secure environment
Hampton Day Care is built around a caring team, a key person for every child, individual care routines, and constant communication with parents.
Daily Care & Development
Observation, safety, and steady progress every day
Hampton Day Care pupils are observed, supported, and kept safe so they are fully prepared to enter Pre-Primary with confidence.
Key Person & Daily Reports
Each child has a named key person who understands their individual needs, monitors their development, and issues a written daily feedback report to parents. Parents can meet their key person at any time.
Safe & Secure Facilities
Every child has their own individual named cot and cubby hole. The cot room is constantly monitored by staff. A large soft flooring area provides a safe space for play, stories, and singing.
Structured Curriculum
Instruction runs from 8:30am to 3:00pm with a structured curriculum that includes worksheets, books, and creative activities. The programme is designed to prepare children for Hampton Pre-Primary.
Admissions
We invite parents to visit and see the environment for themselves
Choosing day care is a decision about your child's first experience away from home. It deserves proper attention.
For this reason, Hampton encourages parents to book a visit, meet the day care team, observe the facilities, and ask questions about routines, safety, meals, naps, and the daily structure.
During your visit, our team can explain the admissions process, available places, what to expect in the first weeks, documents required, and the current fee structure.
This gives parents a proper understanding of the day care centre before making a decision about their child's first step into education.
Questions Parents Ask
Day Care FAQ
Clear answers to the questions parents often ask before visiting Hampton Day Care.
Is Hampton Day Care an English-medium centre?
Yes. From day one, your child will learn to read, write, and speak in English. Hampton Day Care provides an English-medium environment for children from 18 months to 3 years.
Where is Hampton Day Care located?
Hampton Day Care is located at our Quatre-Bornes campus.
What age children does the Day Care accept?
Hampton Day Care is for children from 18 months to 3 years. Parents should contact the school to discuss the correct entry point for their child.
Can my child join if they mainly speak French or Creole?
Yes. Many children settle into an English-medium environment with the right support, gentle routine, and patient staff. Parents can discuss their child's language background during the admissions visit.
Are the day care staff experienced with young children?
Yes. Our day care team is experienced in caring for young children. They observe each child, identify individual needs, and provide attentive daily care.
Will I be allowed to meet with the day care staff?
Yes. Parents are welcome to meet with their child's key person and the day care team. Open communication between parents and staff is an important part of our approach.
Does every child have their own bed?
Yes. Every child has their own individual named cot in the cot room, which is constantly monitored by staff.
Does every child have their own cubby hole?
Yes. Each child has their own individual cubby hole for personal belongings.
Is there a soft area for them to play?
Yes. The day care room has a large soft flooring area where children play, listen to stories, and sing in a safe and comfortable environment.
Does Hampton Day Care issue written daily feedback reports to parents?
Yes. Parents receive a written daily feedback report about their child's day, activities, and progress.
Does the day care have a structured curriculum?
Yes. Instruction is given between 8:30am and 3:00pm. Our day care pupils follow a structured curriculum informed by the UK Early Years Foundation Stage, which prepares them for Hampton Pre-Primary.
Are worksheets and books given to day care pupils?
Yes. The structured curriculum includes worksheets and books as part of the daily learning programme.
Does the curriculum stimulate creativity and imaginative play?
Yes. The programme includes a mix of structured activities and creative play through art, music, movement, dance, storytelling, and role play to develop language, confidence, and imagination.
After completing day care, will my child be comfortable in an English-medium environment?
Yes. Children who complete Hampton Day Care are immersed in English from 18 months and transition to Pre-Primary comfortable and confident in an English-medium setting.
Does the day care department stay open during school holidays?
Details about term dates and holiday arrangements are provided during the admissions visit or by contacting the school office.
Are parents given termly progress reports?
Yes. Parents receive regular feedback about their child's progress, development, and readiness throughout the year.
Are parent-teacher meetings held each year?
Yes. Parent-teacher meetings are held so parents can discuss their child's development, behaviour, and next steps with their key person.
Does the school issue regular newsletters to parents?
Yes. Parents receive regular newsletters to keep them informed about school news, events, and updates.
Is Hampton School a member of the National Day Nurseries Association?
Hampton School maintains high standards of care and education aligned with UK early years practice. Membership details are available on request.
Is Hampton School a member of the Association for Childhood Education International?
Hampton School is committed to international standards in childhood education. Membership details are available on request.
Is Hampton School a member of The Pre-school Learning Alliance?
Hampton School follows best practice in early years education informed by UK frameworks. Membership details are available on request.
What are the drop-off and collection times?
Day Care is open for drop-off from 7:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Structured instruction runs from 8:30am to 3:00pm.
Do children take naps?
Yes. Younger children are given a rest period as part of the daily routine. Each child has their own individual named cot in a monitored cot room.
Do you publish fees online?
The current fee structure is provided during a school visit or admissions appointment. This allows parents to understand the centre properly, ask questions, and make an informed decision.
How do I enquire about a place?
Please contact the school to book a visit. Our team will explain available places, admissions requirements, documents, fees, and the next steps.
Visit Hampton School
Give your child the right start from day one
Book a visit to Hampton Day Care and see whether our English-medium environment is the right first step for your child.