Childcare: day nursery & early education

There is a full day care nursery as part of the Children's Centre operated by Caring Daycare a leading provider across Surrey. The nursery is registered for up to 85 children who are accommodated in a range of homely rooms specifically designed to support he children's learning and development.

The nursery has been ranked as "Outstanding" by Ofsted for it's early years education programme and is now following the Early Years Foundation Stage launched in September 2008.

The nursery has it's own Sensorial Room, dedicated Sleep Room, large creative areas, covered outside teaching area and extensive natural garden. The nursery is equipped to a very high standard with a full range of age appropriate toys, games, puzzles and teaching materials. There is also a Montessori trained member of the Team to help the children explore various aspects of the natural world in a hands on manner involving their own vegetable patch and construction area.

The nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:30pm Monday to Friday for 52 weeks of the year. Closed at weekends and on Bank Holidays. There are sessions, half days and full days available in a range of combinations to match your childcare needs. Extra sessions can also been booked at short notice to support changes in employment or family support arrangements.

Full details are available from Caring Daycare direct, www.caringdaycare.co.uk. To arrange a visit contact Lisa Dennis on 01483 729330. There is also a Prospectus which can be sent to you or collected from the nursery.

Family Information Service

Provides information, advice and assistance for families, children and young people aged 0-19 years old (up to 25 years old for young people with special needs). More details are available from Surrey County Council.