New Barn
The nursery was opened in 1990 and we have had the privilege of providing intergrated nursery education and care for many children aged 2 - 5 years. With a high demand from parents asking for a baby unit, we decided in January 2004 to extend the age range and we now cater for children aged from 3 months to 5 years, which has been both popular and successful.
The nursery is in a converted bungalow set in a quiet road overlooking the countryside in New Barn, Kent.(Near Bluewater) It prides it's self on providing a home from home environment that is both safe and secure. The nursery is registered for 33 children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our last Ofsted inspection was in March 2006.
You can download our latest report by visiting www.ofsted.gov.uk
Opening Times
The nursery is open Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6.00pm 51 weeks of the year.
The nursery is closed on Bank Holidays and between Christmas and New year.
Sessions
For Children aged from 3 months to 3 years you can choose either to do a half day session or a full day, no minimum sessions required. For children aged 3 - 5 years you can choose to do just your funded sessions or extend your sessions with our easy to understand price plan.No minimum sessions are required.
The Baby Rooms for children aged 3 months - 2 years
The baby rooms are well equipped and all the toys support the baby's development, we follow the 'Birth to Three framework. The baby unit has its own sleep room which is very peaceful and calming. There is a seperate bathroom for nappy changing and potty training. The baby unit can take up to nine babies.
The Toddler Room for children aged 2 - 3 years
The toddler room is bright and attractive, and has been divided into two areas; a carpeted area for stories, puzzles and table top toys as well as space to play on the floor. The vinyl flooring area is for messy play like painting, sand and water. We continue with the Birth to Three framework in this room and all the toys and equipment are at child height and are easliy accessable. The toddler room can have up to eight children at each session.
The Pre-School Room for children aged 3 - 5 years
The Pre-School room is in a large bright and airy room, which is divided into the six ares of learning of the Foudation Stage. In this room your child is encouraged to be independent and play within large and small groups. Each session is planned with some staff lead actitives and also free play. The children have a wide range of toys and equipment which helps them to achieve their stepping stones. We promote healthy eating and fresh fruit is given instead of biscuits. Fresh healthy meals are prepared daily on the premises and the children are encouraged to clean their teeth after dinner.
Government Nursery Vouchers; your child will be entitled to these vouchers from the term after your child is three. The nursery will give you a form to complete. At the present each voucher entitles your child to free care and education for 2.5 hours a day for 38 weeks of the year.
General Information
Every child in every room has a key worker and their own development profile, where all your child's observations are kept. At the end of each term we have a parent and key worker meeting to discuss your child's next stage of development.
We are always delighted to show visitors around the nursery. Parents may telephone in advance to arrange an appointment or simply 'drop in' when passing.