Business Details
Otford Nursery - Quality Child Care in Otford
At Otford Nursery, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can achieve their full potential through play-based learning. Our team believes in creating a safe, stimulating atmosphere that fosters personal, social, emotional, and academic growth. By following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, we tailor our approach to meet each child's unique needs while using innovative tools like the Tapestry app to track development and maintain transparent communication with parents. With an enclosed garden and weather-adapted outdoor spaces, we ensure year-round engagement.Our commitment to collaboration with families and Otford Primary School enables seamless transitions for children aged 2-11. Recognising the importance of trust in early education, we work closely with parents to ease separation anxiety and establish strategies that prioritise the child's comfort. Our Ofsted-registered provision (EY475278) combines structured learning with flexible funding options, including government-supported hours, to accommodate diverse family needs.
Services
Early Years Education
After-School Care
Curriculum Development
Parental Involvement
Nut-Free Environment
Highlights and features
- We follow the EYFS curriculum with tailored development tracking via Tapestry app
- Our Ofsted-registered provision ensures regulatory compliance and quality standards
- Secure outdoor spaces enable year-round learning in all weather conditions
- We maintain strong partnerships with Otford Primary School for seamless transitions
- Flexible funding options accommodate both working and non-working families
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted (EY475278)
Services
Early Years Education
Our EYFS-compliant programme delivers structured play-based learning for children aged 2-5. Through observation and digital tracking via Tapestry app, we personalise development pathways while maintaining statutory requirements. Outdoor spaces facilitate physical development regardless of weather conditions.
After-School Care
Oasis After School Club provides supervised care for children aged 3-11 from 3:10pm-6pm. With dedicated spaces for different key stages and shared outdoor access, we offer structured activities and flexible collection times with two pricing tiers for session duration.
Curriculum Development
We implement the EYFS curriculum with continuous progress monitoring through Development Matters guidelines. Our approach combines formal assessments with informal play-based learning, ensuring children develop foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction through engaging activities.
Parental Involvement
We prioritise transparent communication through Tapestry app updates and regular meetings. Our transition programme supports parental separation anxiety, while termly invoicing and flexible funding options help families manage childcare costs effectively.
Nut-Free Environment
Our nut-free policy ensures safety for children with allergies. We enforce strict lunchbox guidelines prohibiting chocolate and nuts, maintaining a secure environment through staff training and clear parental communication about dietary restrictions.
People
Ian Saunders
Owner
Ian oversees Oasis After School Club operations, managing staffing and facility arrangements. He ensures compliance with safety standards while maintaining collaborative relationships with Otford Primary School and nursery management.
Angela Harris
Manager
As Oasis After School Club Manager, Angela leads daily operations and staff coordination. She implements safeguarding procedures and maintains communication between parents, nursery staff, and the management team regarding child welfare matters.
Allison Doyle
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Allison coordinates child protection initiatives and staff safeguarding training. She manages sensitive disclosures, maintains confidential records, and liaises with external agencies to ensure children's welfare remains paramount in all operations.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept children aged 2-5 years in our nursery and 3-11 years in Oasis After School Club, with links to Otford Primary School for ages 4-11.
How do you track child development?
We use the Tapestry app to record observations and monitor progress against EYFS requirements, sharing updates with parents to maintain transparent communication about each child's learning journey.
Are meals provided?
Children bring packed lunches with nut-free restrictions. We offer lunchtime supervision for 30-minute sessions before afternoon activities, charged at £5 per session.
What funding options exist?
We provide 15-hour free entitlement for 3-4 year olds, 30-hour extended funding, and 2-year-old schemes subject to eligibility. Private fees apply for additional hours outside government-funded patterns.
How do you ensure child safety?
Our safeguarding team maintains secure environments with staff trained in child protection procedures. We follow Ofsted guidelines, maintain confidential records, and collaborate with external agencies when necessary.
