Business Details
Award-Winning Nurseries in Surrey
Jancett Childcare has been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development for over five decades. Established by Chris and John Pritchard, our nursery group began with a simple yet profound mission: to create a 'home from home' environment where children thrive. Our passionate team combines expertise with warmth, offering specialist care for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. With six nurseries across Wallington, Carshalton, and Merton, we maintain a family ethos while delivering high-quality childcare.Our curriculum, rooted in literacy and play-based learning, aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Through consistent staffing, strong parent partnerships, and Ofsted-rated 'outstanding' practices, we ensure children build confidence and foundational skills. From nutritious meals to engaging activities, every aspect reflects our core values of quality, nurturing, and collaboration.
Services
Baby Rooms
Family Rooms
Pre-school Rooms
Nutrition Programme
Early Years Curriculum
Highlights and features
- We provide over 50 years of childcare expertise across six nursery settings
- Our team maintains consistent staffing for children's emotional security
- Specialist rooms available for each developmental age group
- Menu developed with Early Years Nutrition Partnership experts
- Ofsted-rated 'outstanding' for educational quality and child development
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Early Years Nutrition Partnership
What people say
Boundless energy in staff
Helped build confidence
Nutritious fresh meals
Excellent transition support
Personalised learning approach
Services
Baby Rooms
Our dedicated baby rooms cater to children from 3 months old. Each room provides a secure, sensory-rich environment with trained staff focusing on attachment building and developmental milestones. Parents receive regular updates about their child's progress and daily routines, ensuring continuity between home and nursery.
Family Rooms
Designed for toddlers aged 1-3 years, our family rooms balance structured activities with free play. Specialized equipment encourages physical development while themed learning areas stimulate curiosity and social interaction in a supportive environment.
Pre-school Rooms
For children aged 3-5 years, our pre-school rooms follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Through play-based learning and school readiness programmes, we prepare children for formal education while developing essential life skills.
Nutrition Programme
Nutritionists collaborate with our chefs to create balanced menus using fresh ingredients. Children experience diverse tastes while dietary requirements are carefully accommodated, promoting healthy eating habits from an early age.
Curriculum Activities
Structured around literacy and mathematics, our curriculum integrates learning with play activities. Resources are continually updated to ensure age-appropriate challenges that stimulate cognitive development and creative expression.
People
Lisa
Customer Engagement Manager
Lisa leads Jancett's family engagement efforts, ensuring seamless communication between parents and nursery teams. With extensive early years experience, she guides families through the childcare selection process and maintains community connections.
Questions
What age groups do you cater to?
We provide specialist care for children aged 0-5 years through dedicated baby rooms, family rooms, and pre-school rooms.
How do you support child development?
Our curriculum combines literacy-based learning with mathematics through play, supported by trained staff in high-quality environments.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, we provide nutritious home-cooked meals throughout the day, developed with early years nutrition experts.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through our Parent Zone app and encourage parental participation in nursery activities.
What are your staffing arrangements?
Each nursery maintains consistent staffing to ensure strong attachments between children and caregivers.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our pre-school curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure children develop essential readiness skills.
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