Unhurried drop-off
No forced group start time — settle in, greet your key person, and say goodbye at your own pace.
A day at E‑Star
Not a marketing rhythm — the actual shape of a day.
We publish this because parents deserve to know exactly what they're booking a tour to see. It's the same routine we'd walk you through in person, just written down — and it differs by room, because a baby's day and a pre-schooler's day shouldn't look the same.
Consistent across every room
What doesn't change, whichever room your child is in
Meals reflecting dietary needs
Every allergy and preference logged and respected, meals prepared on site.
Outdoor time, daily
Weather-appropriate outdoor access built into every room's day, not an occasional treat.
Full handover at collection
You leave knowing what actually happened — not a generic "had a great day."
Room by room
How the day differs by age
Same building, same values, genuinely different days — because that's what each age actually needs.
Baby Room · 0–2 years
- Arrival
Individual handover
Sleep, feeds, and mood since you last spoke, shared with your baby's key person.
- Throughout
Sleep & feeds on your baby's own pattern
No fixed nap slot — babies rest and eat when they need to.
- Throughout
Sensory & movement play
Treasure baskets, tummy time, and messy sensory trays.
- Collection
Full written handover
Sleep, feeds, nappies, and a moment worth sharing, logged all day.
Toddler Room · 2–3 years
- 7:30
Settling in
Independent choice of quiet activities as the room fills.
- 9:15
Small-group activities
Sand, water, blocks, and role play through continuous provision.
- 12:30
Rest, not forced sleep
A dimmed space for those who nap, calm alternatives for those who don't.
- 14:30
Outdoor time
Running, climbing, and digging, daily.
Pre-School Room · 3–5 years
- 8:45
Self-registration & morning jobs
Children check in and take turns with room responsibilities.
- 9:15
Focused small groups
Phonics and number in groups of four to six, matched to ability.
- 13:15
Extended project time
Return-and-build activities that run across the week.
- 15:00
Outdoor learning
Forest-school-style sessions most afternoons.
Best understood in person.
Book a tour timed to see the part of the day you're most curious about.