Student information A-Z
Nursery The Westfield Nursery at Queen Mary is available to the children of staff and students. All staff are fully qualified and experienced in all childcare matters and are led by a manager and deputy with a combined 35 years experience in the field. Westfield Nursery is housed in a purposebuilt building and has 63 places for children under five. CCTV protects the Nursery and access is controlled by entry phone. Westfield Nursery works closely with Tower Hamlets council and is regularly inspected by Ofsted. Our primary aim is to provide care which fosters the learning, development and well-being of every child. In order to gain a true picture of each child and to help every child have the best start, we build close partnerships with parents, valuing their input into what we do. We believe that the environment should be safe, welcoming, clean and relaxed. By providing a range of stimulating activities, both inside and out, we meet the children’s individual needs and interests. We believe in going beyond Ofsted’s standards. Early years education is a field that continually develops and changes. By staying up to date with best practice, we aim to provide the highest possible care for the College’s children and families. The Westfield Nursery is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, 48 weeks of the year. Please note that there is a high demand for places so early application is advised.
students, staff and guests, and ensures that there is a high standard of safety on all College campuses. We control access to the campus, conduct regular foot and bike patrols, respond to alarms and liaise with the emergency services. We can also complete reports for any incidents that occur. For more information, see www.security.qmul.ac.uk
Students’ Union QMSU has a presence across the three main campuses: Mile End, (at Bancroft Road and in the Student Village), and Whitechapel (at the Barts and The London Student Association building), and at Charterhouse Square (at The Shield and the Fitness to Practice gym in Dawson Hall). QMSU: Blomeley Centre, Student Village, Mile End The Blomeley Centre is your one-stop-shop for the vast array of non-commercial activities and services provided by QMSU. We are located in the Student Village, next to the Village Shop. Come and see us for any or all of the following: • Representation • Advice and advocacy on complaints about the College and academic disputes • Clubs and societies – memberships and advice • Volunteering – community action opportunities through Provide Volunteering • Student Media – Cub Magazine, QMessenger Newspaper, QMTV and Quest Radio • Student discounts – NUS cards
Contact Max Moorcock or Karen McDowell Early Years Management team Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 2782/90 email: nursery@qmul.ac.uk www.nursery.qmul.ac.uk
• Event tickets and information.
Security Service
• Infusion shop
QMSU: Bancroft Road, Mile End Come and see us to access the following: • Qmotion Health and Fitness Centre • Drapers bar
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