Business Details
Trusted Child Care & Early Education in Cowes
Established as an independently-run nursery and pre-school in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, we provide specialised care for children aged 3 months to 4 years. Our purpose-built facilities feature modern indoor and outdoor play areas designed to create a safe, stimulating environment. Our team of experienced staff focuses on learning through play, helping children develop confidence and reach their full potential. With a key-person system ensuring individual attention, we maintain strong adult-to-child ratios. Our nursery operates year-round, while the pre-school follows school term times with holiday club availability.Located at the former Cowes Primary School entrance, we serve local families with accessible, high-quality early years education and childcare. The management team, including Manager Debbie Gibson and Nursery Supervisor Kerry Johnson, has built a stable workforce with many staff members employed for several years. We prioritise professional development and maintain transparent communication with parents to support each child's unique needs.
Services
Nursery Care
Early Education
Holiday Club
Child Development
Play-Based Learning
Highlights and features
- We offer 18 years of combined experience in early years education
- Our key-person system ensures individualised child development tracking
- Modern purpose-built facilities with secure outdoor play areas
- Experienced team maintaining 1:3 adult-to-child ratios in nursery
- Flexible attendance options including term-time and full-year nursery
Services
Nursery Care
Specialised childcare for infants aged 3 months to 2 years in a secure, stimulating environment. Our qualified staff implement individualised care plans while maintaining 1:3 adult-to-child ratios. Purpose-built facilities include sensory play areas and outdoor spaces designed for early development.
Early Education
Structured learning programme for children aged 2-4 years focusing on play-based education. Three dedicated playrooms and outdoor garden areas support curriculum activities aligned with Ofsted standards. Term-time operation with holiday club extensions available.
People
Debbie Gibson
Manager
Experienced nursery manager with over 15 years in early years education. Oversees daily operations and staff development while maintaining Ofsted compliance standards at Blackberry Lane.
Kerry Johnson
Nursery Supervisor
Supervises nursery staff and child development programmes. Implements key-person system ensuring individual progress tracking for all children attending the nursery.
Olena Collyer
Key Person
Dedicated key person responsible for monitoring specific children's development. Maintains detailed progress records and communicates regularly with parents regarding individual milestones.
Louise Horsley
Key Person
Key staff member providing individualised care for assigned children. Develops tailored activity plans to support each child's learning and social development needs.
Lauren Kitcher
Key Person
Experienced childcare professional responsible for a group of children's daily care and development. Implements sensory play activities and tracks progress against early learning goals.
Questions
What age ranges do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 4 years old, with separate nursery and pre-school provisions.
What are your opening hours?
Nursery operates Monday-Friday 7:45am-6pm all year except Christmas. Pre-school follows school term times.
How do I register my child?
Contact us via phone at 01983 298344 or use our online contact form to discuss availability and registration process.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we have regular Ofsted inspections with reports available on our website for both nursery and pre-school.
Do you offer holiday care?
Our pre-school provides holiday club sessions during school breaks except Christmas period.
What facilities do you have?
Modern purpose-built premises with three playrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds, sensory areas and dedicated baby rooms.
