3–18 months

    Baby Nursery Programme in Marylebone

    Gentle sensory experiences in nature for our youngest explorers. A nurturing environment where babies discover the world around them alongside their parents.

    Parent and baby exploring nature together at Marylebone Village Nursery

    About Our Baby Nursery Programme

    Our Babies programme introduces your little one to the wonders of nature in the safest, most nurturing environment. Designed for infants aged 3–18 months, these sessions are perfect for parent-baby bonding while experiencing the calming effects of outdoor settings.

    Each session includes gentle sensory activities using natural materials, soothing music in nature, and guided forest walks suitable for little ones. Our trained early years staff ensure every experience is age-appropriate and stimulating for developing minds.

    Research shows early exposure to nature supports cognitive development, strengthens immune systems, and promotes better sleep patterns. Our programme harnesses these benefits while creating precious memories for you and your baby. See how this programme fits into our daily routine or explore our nutrition approach.

    What a Baby Day Looks Like

    Our baby nursery programme follows a calm rhythm with plenty of cuddles, sensory play, and gentle outdoor time. We work closely with parents to follow individual sleep, feeding, and comfort routines.

    Sensory exploration

    Textures, sounds, and natural materials to support early development.

    Parent partnership

    Daily updates and ongoing communication with your key person.

    Read about a typical day or book a visit via admissions.

    Our Baby Care Approach

    Caring for Your Baby

    Every baby is unique. Our approach to sleep, nappies, and weaning is led by your child's natural rhythm and developed in close partnership with you.

    Rhythm of the Day (Combined with Sleep)

    We will be led by your baby's natural rhythm for nap times.

    Our sleep coracles offer freedom for the babies to crawl in and out for a nap as they feel ready to. We will also help with following their natural rhythms, settling them down for a nap with their own blankets and soothers. Our tranquil nap room is kept at a comfortable temperature, with meditation music, and slightly darkened to promote a peaceful nap time. Babies are always put on their backs and a staff member is in the room to monitor them. Breathing is also monitored every 15 minutes.

    Some babies may want to nap whilst we are out and about. The "turtle bus" has reclining seats for naps on the move. Sleeping outdoors is also believed to improve overall health.

    Nappies & Wipes

    Nappies – at Marylebone Village Nursery we use eco-friendly nappies and wipes which will be provided. Parents can bring their own nappies, wipes or creams if they prefer.

    Changing nappies whilst out and about – we take out a kit including a pop-up nappy changing tent and portable change mat for alfresco changing.

    Baby Led Weaning

    Quite simply, this means letting your child feed themselves from the very start of weaning. According to the most recent research, most babies reach out for food at around six months old. By then, our children are developmentally capable of feeding themselves with proper food.

    Bottles and formula milk to be provided by the parents.