Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Marlow
Established in 2016, Marlow Day Nursery is a family-run childcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional early years education and care. Our philosophy centres on creating a warm, secure environment where children thrive through individualised attention and evidence-based practices. With a team of highly qualified professionals, we implement a Key Carer system to build meaningful relationships with each child and family. Our open-door policy fosters transparency, allowing parents to engage with our operations at any time. We prioritise ongoing staff development through specialised training in safeguarding, first aid, and early childhood education.Our facilities cater to three distinct age groups - babies, toddlers, and preschoolers - with tailored programmes that support emotional, educational, and physical development. We maintain rigorous standards through continuous quality improvement processes and welcome parental feedback to enhance our services. Our commitment to nutritional excellence is demonstrated through carefully planned menus meeting dietary requirements. With low staff turnover and multi-year team members, we provide consistent, reliable care that parents trust. Our proven track record of preparing children for school transitions reflects our expertise in early childhood development.
Services
Day Nursery
Toddler Care
Preschool Education
Healthy Meal Provision
Forest School Activities
Key Worker System
Parent Consultations
Transition Support
Special Educational Needs
Child Safeguarding
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We maintain a Key Carer system for personalised child development tracking
- Our staff hold Level 3+ qualifications with ongoing professional development
- We provide age-specific learning environments for optimal child development
- Our open-door policy allows unrestricted parental access during operating hours
- We implement Forest School principles for outdoor experiential learning
What people say
Caring and professional staff
Safe and nurturing environment
Excellent transition support
Nutritious meal options
Effective communication system
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nursery provides full-time care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We offer age-specific rooms with tailored activities that promote developmental milestones. Our qualified staff implement individual learning plans while maintaining OFSTED compliance. The service includes daily progress updates for parents and carers.
Preschool Education
Our preschool programme prepares children for formal education through structured play and curriculum-based activities. We follow EYFS guidelines with daily literacy, numeracy, and social skills development. Outdoor learning spaces enhance physical development while fostering creativity through natural exploration and Forest School principles.
Forest School Activities
Forest School sessions develop resilience and environmental awareness through hands-on outdoor experiences. Qualified leaders facilitate nature-based activities that build confidence and teamwork. The programme aligns with EYFS requirements while promoting physical coordination and risk assessment skills in controlled natural settings.
People
Louise
Deputy Manager
Experienced childcare professional with Level 3 qualification and DSL accreditation. Specialises in safeguarding and health & safety compliance. Leads toddler room operations with 8+ years' service at Marlow Day Nursery.
Sue
Preschool Lead
Early years expert with QTS qualification overseeing preschool education. Implements EYFS curriculum through engaging activities. Holds 12+ years' experience in early childhood development and team leadership at the nursery.
Jayne
Baby Room Lead
Specialist baby care provider with Level 6 NVQ. Focuses on early bonding and developmental milestones. Maintains consistent routines for infants while providing parental support through daily communication.
Rena
Nursery Cook
Level 3 qualified cook preparing nutritious meals meeting dietary requirements. Develops seasonal menus with allergen management. Ensures balanced nutrition across five daily eating occasions for all age groups.
Sana
Senior Room Leader
Experienced team leader working towards Level 5 qualification. Coordinates preschool activities and staff development. Implements forest school principles while maintaining OFSTED compliance across operational areas.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years across three dedicated rooms: Little Stars (babies), Big Stars (toddlers), and Moons (preschool).
Are meals provided?
Yes, we provide five daily eating occasions including snacks, lunch, and tea. Our menus meet nutritional guidelines with allergen information available.
Can parents visit anytime?
We operate an open-door policy allowing unrestricted visits during operating hours. Security measures ensure child safety while maintaining parental access.
How do you support child development?
We use EYFS framework with individual learning plans, Key Carer system, and Forest School activities to support holistic development across all age groups.
What qualifications do staff hold?
All staff hold minimum Level 2 childcare qualifications with senior staff at Level 3+. We maintain current safeguarding and first aid certifications for all team members.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our preschool programme develops literacy, numeracy, and social skills through structured play. We implement transition plans and maintain communication with local primary schools.
