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The Nest
At The Nest we are focussed on providing a supportive, engaging, and inclusive setting for every child.
We incorporate a variety of educational theories whilst always keeping the child’s interests in mind. Children at The Nest are happy and settled and our environment is beautiful and carefully prepared. We cater for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years and many of the children who join us in Wrens Nest as babies stay until they go to school.
Our setting has also recently undergone a refurbishment and now features a fantastic play village and separate sleep area in our preschool rooms.
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Opening Times
Open from 8am to 7pm with half day session options available
Age Groups
For babies and children from 3 months to 5 years old.
Attendance
51 week-a-year attendance
What makes us special...
At our nursery you will also find:
Peripatetic classes
Early Years Funding accepted
Cosy Sleep Area
Tapestry Parent App
Direct access to the garden
Excellent staff retention
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Recently refurbished
A typical day at our nursery
Routine is a crucial role in the development of babies and toddlers. Our Early Years Educators follow a daily routine to help provide your children with stability and emotional well-being, which in turn allows opportunities for growth via varied fun and educational activities.
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When arriving at The Nest, parents and children are greeted by our educators, who welcome and assist in each child’s transition into the setting. Play holds significant value in our mornings as children interact with educators whilst also participating in free play before the morning snack. Engaging in free play supports the development of various skills and plays a crucial role in fostering holistic growth. Our educators dedicate specific time blocks to free play throughout the day and help children to independently explore self-driven play.
A nutritious breakfast is provided before 8:30 am to kick start the day!
We promote free play and dedicate time throughout the day to self driven play and learning.
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After time is spent fostering relationships and engaging in free play, we come together for a nutritious morning snack to fuel us for the day ahead. A fresh fruit snack is provided, offering older children the opportunity to take part in preparing their own chosen item by chopping and peeling. Children gather during snack time, accompanied by their key person, allowing the group to share thoughts and reflect on the morning activities so far.
Following snack, some much needed fresh air is required. Children support each other to put their shoes on, put their coat on and get ready for a visit to the garden! Children engage in pre planned group activities and free play opportunities which have been carefully prepared by the educators.
Later in the morning, our focus transitions to shared learning and exploration. Children partake in group learning sessions that contribute to their sense of belonging, covering educational themes like wildlife, nutrition, and sustainability. Children are then encouraged to engage in a variety of captivating, interest-driven activities aimed at enhancing individual development. These activities, thoughtfully curated by our experienced educators, encompass creative arts, storytelling, music, movement, science, mathematics, and an array of enriching experiences.
We emphasise the significance of respectful mealtimes as a fundamental component of our routine. Our communal meals follow a family-style approach, fostering connections between educators and children who share thoughts and ideas. Mealtimes also serve as an environment for older children to practice self-sufficiency skills. Children are gently encouraged to independently serve and feed themselves, with educators offering guidance when needed.
Following lunch, children engage in a period of rest. After an engaging and active morning, this rest time provides crucial opportunities for physical rejuvenation and emotional relaxation. While older children typically rest after their meal, the timing of rest for younger children and babies is tailored to meet their individual needs. Rest may include a nap or some meditation time, depending on the children's individual routines.
After waking up from their nap or completing their rest, children are greeted with engaging new activities to spark their curiosity. The afternoon serves as a gradual transition back into the realms of learning and play.
Educators introduce fresh educational tasks that typically build upon the morning’s lessons, fostering a sense of learning continuity. Before delving into child-directed play, there’s an allotted period for a shared afternoon snack, usually consisting of vegetables, such as green beans and hummus, and a rice cake or similar.
During child-driven play sessions, children receive guidance in navigating their social and physical surroundings, enabling them to explore and construct their understanding of the world while interacting with peers.
As the day nears its conclusion, children are presented with the chance to engage in structured or spontaneous activities. We aim to optimise every moment, so the late afternoon is also brimming with music, dance, storytelling, outdoor adventures, and various other pursuits.
For those remaining after 5:15 pm, a communal tea is held. This period is dedicated to nurturing emotional awareness and resilience as we collectively reflect on our shared experiences of the day.
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Our Team
By creating a positive and supportive work environment, we have attracted and retained highly skilled and passionate individuals committed to providing the best care for your children.
Our experienced staff members deeply understand each child’s unique needs, strengths, and interests, enabling them to provide personalised care and tailored learning experiences.
We want to thank our dedicated staff members for their unwavering commitment and hard work. Their dedication and passion make all the difference in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children to learn and grow. We recognise and appreciate the countless hours of effort they put into their roles, constantly striving to provide the highest quality of care. Thank you, staff members, for being the backbone of The Nest Day Nursery and for making a valuable impact on our children’s lives.
Qualified Team
90%
Full Time Staff
98%
Safeguarding Trained Team
100%
Georgia
Nursery Manager
Lead Early Years Educator
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Ania
Early Years Teacher Deputy Manager
Room Leader Tulips
Laura
Blossom’s Room Lead Early Years Educator
Xhoana
Early Years Educator Sunflower Room
Alice
Early Years Practitioner Sunflower Room
Alex
Lead Early Years Educator Sunflower Room
Vevina
Early Years Educator Tulips Room
Annie
Nursery Support
Debbie
Care and Education and Business Director (Nursery Owner) EYTS, BA Hons, PGCE
George
Human Resources Director (Nursery Owner) PGDip
Megan
Early Years Practitioner Blossoms Room
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We have weekly schedules to suit different childcare needs!
Whether you choose from our half days, short days or long days, we have hours to suit varying childcare needs.
A range of sessions!
Choose your nursery hours, with rates from £7.74 per hour
Session options and fees
Day Sessions
Short Day and long day options between 8 am and 6 pm
Half Day Sessions
Choose your Am or Pm session
We have various funded session options, including
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8 am to 6 pm
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8 am to 5 pm
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8 am to 12 pm
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8 am to 1 pm
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1 pm to 6 pm
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1 pm to 5 pm
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8.15 am to 4.45 pm
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8.30 am to 4.30 pm
You can choose a plan that best suits your needs.
The hours during your free entitlement are free. Our enrichment and meal fees are £9 per week for a 15-hour entitlement and £18 per week for a 30-hour entitlement.
During a part-funded day, additional hours over and above your free entitlement range from £8 per hour to £13 per hour. Please contact us for the full breakdown of our funding session plans.
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You can add the following session to your chosen funded plan
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8 am to 12 pm or 1 pm to 5 pm: £36
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8 am to 1 pm or 1 pm to 6 pm: £45
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815 am to 12:15 pm: £36
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8 am to 5 pm: £76
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145pm to 545pm £40
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8 am to 6 pm: £86
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A deposit of £200 is required to hold a nursery place. The deposit is refundable on your first invoice if you only access your early years free entitlement and do not use any additional hours. The deposit is retained and refunded on your final invoice if you use additional hours. In the event that you reserve a place and do not start, the deposit is non-refundable.
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Additional Hours outside of our usual session times or Sessions can be booked during registration or on an ad hoc basis. Subject to availability and restrictions.
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Between 8 am and 6 pm.
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Please contact us for a fee quote.
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We offer attendance for all year round, over 51 weeks, or term-time only, over 42 weeks a year.
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Early Years Free Entitlement
From 9 months old
The government is committed to offering free hours to all babies and young children from 9 months old. We are optimistic about the government changes and strive to provide parents with options to maximise support. With our fantastic funding options, you will receive your hours completely free, with transparent fees for activities and meals, when you only pay for what you use.
15 Hours Free Childcare
The 15-hour funding is offered at House on The Dials Day Nursery with year-round or term-time attendance. The government promote 15 free hours based on Term-time-only attendance over 38 weeks a year.
This is a total of 570 hours per year. We are open 51 weeks a year, so your funding is stretched over those 51 weeks, giving you 11 hours a week free. Alternatively, your funding can be used over our 42-week term time option.
9 months old+
Available now, book your place now and check your eligibility online.
From 24 months old+
Available now, book your place now and check your eligibility online.
30 Hours Free Childcare
The 30-hour funding is offered at House on The Dials Day Nursery with year-round or term-time attendance. The government promote 30 free hours based on Term-time-only attendance over 38 weeks a year.
This is a total of 1140 hours per year. We are open 51 weeks a year, so your funding is stretched over those 51 weeks, giving you 22 hours a week free. Alternatively, your funding can be used over our 42-week term time option, giving you 27 hours free a week.
9 months to 3 years old
Available from 1st September 2025, book now, eligibility can be checked later, when available.
3-Year-olds
Available now, book your place now and check your eligibility online.
Subsidised Fees for Low-Income Families
We offer “stand-alone” sessions if you’re eligible for 2-year-old deprivation funding. To support these families, we waive our enrichment fee.
Firstly, you can get your eligibility code online by visiting www.childcarechoices.gov.uk. You can reserve a place, even if you have not got your code yet.
You should reserve your place as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
A deposit of £200 and a £30 registration fee is required to secure a place
If you have a “stand-alone” or "funded only" place, the deposit is refunded to you at the end of your first month of attendance.
If you book additional sessions or hours, your deposit is retained until you leave the nursery, and it is refunded on your last invoice or within one month of your leaving the nursery.
The deposit is non-refundable if you cancel your place for any reason.
Cancellation of a funded place requires one full month's notice. If notice is not given, full fees are charged during the notice period.
Yes, your funded hours are completely free. We charge an optional weekly enrichment fee and meal fees. Depending on your personal circumstances, the enrichment fee may be waived if you are eligible for a stand-alone place, subject to availability.
We charge an optional monthly enrichment fee and fees for meals. On average this will cost around £70 per month, depending on your choice of days and session times.
Funded hours that fall on a bank holiday can not be replaced due to availability.
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