Business Details
Trusted Child Care Services in Newport
Greenfields Nursery is a family-run childcare provider established to nurture early childhood development through play, creativity, and cultural enrichment. Founded by Jason and Karen, both qualified childcare professionals with extensive experience in education and child development, we cater to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Our approach prioritises a home-from-home environment, blending structured learning with spontaneous exploration to foster holistic growth. We integrate Welsh language and culture into daily activities, offering bilingual sessions and celebrating local heritage.Partnering with Educ8 Training Group for over seven years, we invest in staff development through apprenticeships, ensuring a skilled, motivated team. Registered with government funding schemes, we provide accessible, high-quality care, including 30-hour funded placements for eligible families. Our commitment to staff wellbeing and continuous improvement ensures a stable, nurturing setting where children thrive.
Services
Under 3s Care
Pre-School Education
Healthy Meal Provision
Welsh Language Sessions
Apprenticeship Training
Highlights and features
- Family-run nursery with qualified childcare professionals leading the team
- Bilingual Welsh-English environment fostering cultural and linguistic development
- Registered with government funding schemes for accessible, high-quality care
- Investment in staff apprenticeships ensures skilled, motivated practitioners
- Proven track record of staff retention through wellbeing and development focus
Associations and certifications
- Welsh Government's Childcare Offer
- Flying Start
Services
Under 3s Care
Our Under 3s Care provides a safe, stimulating environment for infants and toddlers. Qualified staff use sensory play and routine-based activities to support developmental milestones. Parents appreciate the nurturing atmosphere and regular progress updates.
Pre-School Education
Pre-School Education prepares children for formal schooling through structured play and foundational skills. We follow Welsh curriculum guidelines, incorporating numeracy, literacy, and social development in engaging weekly topics.
Welsh Language Sessions
Welsh Language Sessions integrate cultural education with language acquisition. Daily incidental Welsh, weekly 'word of the week', and themed circle times help children naturally absorb bilingual skills in a fun environment.
Healthy Meal Provision
Healthy Meal Provision partners with Apetito to deliver balanced, nutritious meals. Menus meet dietary guidelines, accommodating allergies while educating children about healthy eating through interactive food activities.
Apprenticeship Training
Apprenticeship Training develops childcare professionals through practical and theoretical programs. Partnerships with Educ8 Training ensure staff gain qualifications while contributing immediately to nursery operations and child care standards.
People
Jason
Co-Owner & Childcare Specialist
Jason holds Level 3 qualifications in Childcare and Learning Development. As a former primary school teacher, he combines educational expertise with hands-on nursery management experience to support children's early development.
Karen
Co-Owner & Welsh Curriculum Lead
Karen, a Level 3 qualified childcare practitioner and former dental nurse, leads Welsh language initiatives. Fluent in Welsh, she designs bilingual activities and mentors staff in cultural integration across daily nursery routines.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from 6 weeks to 5 years across our Rogerstone and Blackwood locations.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Nutritious meals are provided daily through our partnership with Apetito, included in standard fees.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide 30-hour funded placements for eligible 3-4 year olds and Flying Start sessions for 2-3 year olds.
How do you support Welsh language learning?
We incorporate daily incidental Welsh, weekly 'word of the week', and structured bilingual sessions led by fluent staff.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications, with ongoing development through apprenticeships and professional training programs.
