Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Nottingham
Established in 2009, Oceans Day Nursery is a sister company of Oceans Of Fun Play Centre, founded by local mums Kerry Darch and Julie Lock. We provide flexible, affordable, high-quality childcare tailored to modern families' needs. Our nursery offers a stimulating, home-like environment that fosters children's physical, mental, and emotional development. Parents trust us to care for their children in a vibrant setting enriched with learning opportunities. Our dedicated team ensures each child gains confidence and independence through tailored experiences.We maintain rigorous safety standards, including CCTV monitoring and secure access systems, to protect all children. Our Out of School Club and Holiday Club services extend care beyond regular hours, offering structured activities and trips. We prioritise transparency, with parental webcams and clear communication channels for families. Our Ofsted-registered facility operates five days a week with extended morning and evening hours. We invite parents to visit, meet our team, and explore how we can support their childcare needs.
Services
Childcare Services
Holiday Club
Out of School Club
Early Years Education
SEN Support
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 14 years of experience in childcare since 2009
- Our team includes qualified managers and specialist SENCO staff
- We maintain 24/7 CCTV monitoring and secure fob access systems
- We operate extended hours from 7:15 AM to 6:15 PM weekdays
- Our Holiday Club includes educational trips with all costs covered
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Childcare Services
Our full-day childcare service provides a stimulating environment for children aged 0-5. Qualified staff deliver Ofsted-registered care with structured learning activities. The nursery features secure indoor and outdoor play areas with continuous safety monitoring.
Holiday Club
We offer supervised holiday care from 7:15 AM to 6:15 PM during school breaks. Activities include educational trips to zoos, parks, and science centres with all costs included. Children receive three meals daily including packed lunches for outings.
Out of School Club
This service supports school-age children with after-school supervision until 6:15 PM. Includes light tea, outdoor play access, and weekly visits to our play centre. Parents can monitor activities through secure parental webcams.
Early Years Education
Our curriculum follows Early Years Foundation Stage guidelines with qualified educators. Children engage in developmentally appropriate activities that promote literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a nurturing environment.
SEN Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs. Our designated SENCO staff work with parents and external specialists to create individualised care plans that ensure full participation in nursery activities.
People
Kerry Darch
Co-Owner
Kerry Darch co-founded Oceans Day Nursery in 2009 with fellow parent Julie Lock. As a local mum and business owner, she brings extensive childcare sector experience to our management team.
Julie Lock
Co-Owner
Julie Lock established Oceans Day Nursery alongside Kerry Darch. Her vision for flexible, high-quality childcare stems from personal experience as a parent and local community involvement.
Ellie W
Manager
Ellie W oversees daily nursery operations and serves as our designated safeguarding lead. She ensures all childcare practices meet Ofsted standards and maintains our rigorous safety protocols.
Ellie E
Deputy Manager
Ellie E supports nursery management while leading our special educational needs provision. She coordinates individualised care plans and works closely with parents of children requiring additional support.
Rachael
Early Years Educator
Rachael delivers our Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum with Charlotte and Rebecca M. Their team creates engaging learning experiences that develop children's literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children from 0-5 years in our nursery and school-age children in our out-of-school club.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we provide breakfast, lunch, and tea daily, including packed lunches for all educational trips.
How do you ensure child safety?
We use 24/7 CCTV, secure fob access systems, and verified parental webcams to maintain a safe environment.
Do you offer holiday care?
Our Holiday Club operates during school breaks with educational trips included in the fee structure.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team includes Ofsted-registered managers, SENCO specialists, and qualified early years educators.
Can parents visit the nursery?
We welcome visits by appointment - contact us to arrange a tour and discuss your childcare needs.
