Creche Programme
The most critical window of your child's development, handled with expertise, warmth, and intention. Our Creche is where strong futures begin.
Why the Early Years Matter More Than You Think
Parents who are particular about their child's foundation are right to be. The Creche years are not preparation for learning — they are learning. Here is why Skyheights Academy is the right choice for this stage.
A Foundation That Lasts a Lifetime
The first two years of a child's life represent the most critical window for brain development. The connections formed during this period directly influence how a child learns, communicates, and relates to others for years to come. Our Creche programme is intentionally designed to maximise this window.
Qualified, Caring Professionals
Every Creche caregiver at Skyheights Academy is certified in early childhood development and undergoes continuous professional training. We don't just employ people who like children — we invest in professionals who understand how children develop.
Small Ratios. Real Attention.
With a maximum of 8–10 children per caregiver, your child receives individualised attention that a larger setting simply cannot provide. Every milestone, every moment of curiosity, every need is noticed and responded to.
Safety You Can Count On
Our Creche facility operates under 24-hour CCTV surveillance with controlled access points. Hygiene protocols are strictly maintained throughout each day. You drop off your child knowing they are in one of the safest environments in Lugbe.
Our Early Years Environment
Purposefully designed spaces that nurture curiosity, independence, and joy
The Montessori Room
Our dedicated Montessori room is a carefully prepared environment filled with purpose-designed materials that invite independent exploration. Low shelves, natural textures, and child-sized furniture allow every child to move, choose, and discover at their own pace — exactly as Maria Montessori intended.
Sensory Stations
From sand trays and water tables to tactile boards and light tables, our sensory stations stimulate all five senses simultaneously — supporting cognitive processing, language development, and emotional regulation.
Language-Rich Environment
Our caregivers engage in constant, high-quality verbal interaction — narrating activities, naming objects, singing songs, and reading aloud. Research shows that vocabulary exposure in the early years is one of the strongest predictors of later academic success.
Curriculum Approach
Our Creche curriculum is guided by Montessori principles adapted for the youngest learners, supplemented by Nigerian early childhood development standards. Every activity has developmental intention behind it — nothing happens by accident in our Creche.
Montessori-Inspired Exploration
Child-led discovery with attentive adult observation and gentle guidance
Play-Based Learning
Structured and free play as the primary vehicle for early cognitive development
Sensory Integration
Activities that stimulate all five senses to build neural pathways
Language Immersion
Constant verbal engagement, narration, songs, and story-reading
Social-Emotional Learning
Group activities that build turn-taking, empathy, and emotional expression
Learning Through Play
Every moment is a learning opportunity
A Typical Day in Our Creche
Structure gives young children security. Flexibility honours their needs.
Arrival, welcome, and free sensory play
Morning snack and social bonding time
Guided movement & motor skills exercises
Montessori-inspired learning activities
Outdoor / indoor sensory exploration
Lunch and hygiene routine
Nap / quiet rest time
Music, singing, and creative play
Story time and day-end circle
Routines are adapted based on the developmental needs of the children in each group.
Class Environment & Safety
Maximum 8–10 Children Per Caregiver
Low ratios ensure every child receives genuine individualised attention and care throughout the day.
Certified & Trained Caregivers
All staff hold early childhood development certifications and undergo regular professional development.
24-Hour CCTV Surveillance
Complete coverage of all Creche spaces gives parents complete peace of mind at all times.
Daily Parent Updates
We maintain daily communication with parents on feeding, sleeping, activities, and developmental milestones. Regular parent–caregiver conferences ensure your family is always a full partner in your child's growth and progress.
Give Your Child the Best Possible Start
Spaces in our Creche programme are limited to maintain our small class sizes. Enquire early to secure your child's place.