Welcome to Yarnton Way Nursery
The Early Years Alliance provides flexible, affordable and quality childcare across England.
Yarnton Way Nursery is an Alliance childcare service located in the London Borough of Bexley.
We offer аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍø¿ª½±-registered places are assessed as Good by аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍø¿ª½±. Our committed, friendly and well-qualified nursery team provides high quality care and learning opportunities for children aged between 0-5 years. We follow the with a focus on learning through play and actively encourage parents to become involved in the life of the nursery.
We are now taking registration for September 2024 if you are interested in registering your child please contact the settings manager on 0208 320 7872 / 07513718841 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
If you have an enquiry please fill out .
Opening times
We are open Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays and three staff training days.
Full day: 08:00 – 18:00
Morning session 08:00 – 13:00
Afternoon session 13:00 – 18:00
We offer
- Funded childcare for qualifying two year olds and all three and four year olds
- A safe, friendly and fun place for your child
- Learning through indoor and outdoor play activities
- A well-qualified, kind and caring team
- A dedicated person to give focused support to your child.
Fees
If your child is two, three or four, you may be entitled to some funded childcare hours through , . 30 hour funding will be stretched over 51 weeks.
Term Dates
| Autumn Term: | Monday 4th September 2023 | Friday 20th October 2023 |
| Half term | Monday 23rd October 2023 | Friday 27th October 2023 |
| Monday 30th October 2023 | Wednesday 20th December 2023 | |
| Spring Term | Monday 8th January 2024 | Friday 9th February 2024 |
| Half Term: | Monday 12th February 2024 | Friday 16th February 2024 |
| Monday 19th February 2024 | Tuesday 26th March 2024 | |
| Summer term:- | Monday 15th April 2024 | Friday 24th May 2024 |
| Half Term:- | Monday 27th May 2024 | Friday 31st May 2024 |
| Mondays 3rdJune 2024 | Wednesday 17th July 2024 | |
Learning and Development
At Yarnton Way Nursery we are passionate about providing a secure place for your child to thrive and develop to their potential. We work hard to provide an environment that is warm, welcoming and nurturing that facilitates a sense of belonging. Our recent identifies how we do this.
"Staff have a secure understanding of the importance of monitoring children's ongoing development. They identify gaps in children's learning and work together to close them. All children make good progress from their starting points."
"The partnerships with parents are strong. Staff keep them well informed about their children's progress and well-being. They involve them in planning the next steps in their children's learning."
Find out more
To arrange a visit please contact Charlotte, Acting Nursery Manager on 0208 320 7872 / 07513718841 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
"Yarnton Way Nursery is an excellent forward-looking and well-established nursery. I will gladly recommend it to friends and family."
About us
Yarnton Way Nursery offers a stimulating approach to early years development and learning for very young children.
Within a safe, friendly and fun environment, children are supported by qualified, caring staff in developing a wide range of skills and interests. The children enjoy learning through play experiences in bright indoor and outdoor play areas with exciting outings planned regularly.
We are managed by the Early Years Alliance, one of the largest providers of childcare in England with over 50 years experience delivering childcare and practical, professional support to early years practitioners.
Our nursery plans its activities in accordance with the EYFS with a strong focus on exploratory, imaginative play and healthy eating. We recognise and understand the huge benefits that free flow play has on the positive development of very young children. Every child in our care is supported by a key person who understands their individual needs and offers special care and support to them.
We are proud of our diversity and all children, irrespective of their backgrounds are made to feel a sense of belonging.
Rigorous health and safety and safeguarding policies and procedures are in place to ensure that every child is protected and feels safe and happy with us
Activities
The children in Toddler room have been making bird feeders for the birds to hang in the garden.
We have a few vacancies, if you would be interested in registering your child please contact the settings manager on 0208 320 7872 / 07513718841 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
Find out more
To arrange a visit please contact Charlotte, Acting Nursery Manager on 02083207872 / 07513718841 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
Our Team
Our well qualified, committed and experienced team work hard to create a caring and learning environment in the nursery. We know that every child develops differently and at different times. Every child has a key person who understands their individual needs and interests. This helps us to ensure that every child feels involved, stimulated and happy in our care.
We follow rigorous staff recruitment, selection and supervision procedures to ensure that anyone joining our team undertake the relevant security checks including Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, references and qualification checks. Parents are reassured knowing that child protection and safeguarding underpins every aspect of our practice and will continue to remain a priority for us.
Your child's 'key person'
Every child who joins the nursery receives support from an experienced member of the team. They are responsible for your child’s individual needs and known as the ‘key person’. The key person is your main point of contact however all nursery staff are happy to feedback on your child’s developmental progress on a daily basis or discuss any concerns with you. They will also keep records of your child’s progress and achievement, which are always available for you to see and contribute towards.
Your child’s key person will make time to find out from you about your child’s interests, likes, dislikes and special requirements. Please share any important or useful information when you register your child and throughout their time with us. This helps us to give your child the most appropriate care and learning to suit their developmental, emotional and physical needs. You can access and contribute your views to your child's progress and achievements in their records
Charlotte - Level 3 -Acting Manager
Paru - Level 3 - Acting Deputy
Lily - Level 3 - Lead Early Years Educator
Indira - Level 3 - Early years Educator
Nana - Level 3 - Early years Educator
Hayley - Level 3 - Early Years Educator
Rabinder - Level 3 - Early years Assistant
Chinonye - Level 3 Early years Assistant
Gursel - UQ - Early Years Assistant
Rachel - UQ - Early years Assistant
Geethu - UQ - Early years Assistant
Flexible workers
Katie - Level 3
Heike - Level 3
Kawlijit - Level 3
Zsofia Level 2
"The nursery staff have been supportive and welcoming. I would like to say a big thank you for all the teaching and supporting staff for their love, support and extra care for my daughter. God bless you all."
Find out more
To arrange a visit please contact Charlotte, Acting Nursery Manager on 02083207872 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
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FAQs
Do you offer funded entitlement for 3 year olds?
Yes. Children are eligible for the funding in the term following their third birthday. The funding is available for 15 or 30 hours per week depending on your family circumstances.
Do you offer funded entitlement for 2 year olds?
Yes. If your child is two years old, your child may be eligible to attend for15 hours per week the term after their 2nd birthday. Please speak to the manager if you think you are eligible for this funding.
What are your charges for non-funded children?
We strive to keep our costs as affordable as possible,
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2022/2023 |
Full Week |
Full Day |
AM 8-1 |
PM 1-6 |
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0-2's |
£290.00 |
£63.50 |
£34.50 |
£33.00 |
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2-3's |
£285.00 |
£62.50 |
£33.50 |
£32.00 |
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3-4's |
£280.00 |
£61.50 |
£32.50 |
£31.00 |
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What are your session times?
We are open from 08:00 - 18:00. Parents can choose a full day, a session or a combination of various sessions.
Our sessions are:
Full Day Session - 08:00 – 18:00
Morning session – 08:00 – 13:00
Afternoon Session -13:00-18:00
Do you provide hot meals?
Yes - we operate a three week rotated menu which changes depending on the season
Are you able to accommodate children with different dietary requirements?
Yes – we have stringent procedures that support us to meet the needs of all children attending
What qualifications do your staff have?
We have a programme of continue professional develop at the setting which support all staff to regularly review their training and update their skills. The majority of staff are qualified at Level 3 and above. We have a few unqualified staff that are encouraged to take up various training programmes offered. Please review our staff team section for further information.
How many staff will be looking after my child?
Your child will be allocated a Key Person who will liaise with you and support your child's learning and development. The ratio for children in the baby room is 3 babies to 1 adult, in the toddler room it is 4 children to 1 adult and in the pre-school from it is 8 children to 1 staff member.
How quickly can my child start?
This depends on the availability of space as well as on your choice of days and sessions. Please contact us to discuss how we can meet your childcare needs.
We still have spaces available for September 2020 so please get in touch early and we will see how quickly we an meet your needs.
Find out more
To arrange a visit please contact Charlotte, Acting Nursery Manager on 0208 320 7872 or email yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
Contact Us
Charlotte,
Acting Early years Manager
Yarnton Way Nursery,
Harris Gerrard Grounds,
Yarnton Way,
Erith,
Kent,
DA18 4DW
T: 0208 320 7872 / 07513718841
E: yarntonway@eyalliance.org.uk
Parent testimonials:
"Started with a very warm welcome and now 1 year further. Staff are so caring even those from other groups. My son is enjoying every 3 day of the week that he goes.
All the activities they do I get to see them and not to forget that through an app I can follow how he has been doing.
I wouldn't have found a better nursery(2nd home)." August 2020
"I can not recommend Yarnton Way Nursery enough. My daughter went there for about three years and has come on massively and I believe that is massively down to the staff at Yarnton Way. The staff are amazing and I can’t thank them enough for all they have done for my daughter and we will both miss everyone
loads." July 2020
"Thank you all for the exceptional job you do as Educators and carers for our children while we go about our own lives. This lock down has really highlighted and reminded us all of the great and key work that Teachers do for our children. So, on behalf of me and my family we say thank you to you and all the staff at Yarnton way Nursery. We appreciate all your good work and effort."
"Yarnton Way Nursery has been a wonderful experience for our daughter. She has learned so much, made life long friends and developed a lovely bond with teachers. It will be sad to say goodbye. Thank you!"
"My daughter has loved every minute at Yarnton Way. She cried at first because of the unknown. Her journey after that has been a fun filled three years and we as parents are proud. Thank you to everyone at the nursery." - July 18
"The graduation ceremony for the children at nursery has been organised very well and great job to all workers at the nursery. The support given to the children is very much appreciated and I am very happy with the children's progress so far." - July 18
"I am truly amazed at the progress my child has made at Yarnton Way Nursery. Thanks to everyone who works here. Keep up the good work. You are all a gift from God." - July 18
"An excellent place for children, my son had the best of support from the nursery. It is calm, has dedicated staff, a lovely environment and play areas. The manager's support and advice to parents was the best. Thank you manager and to all the staff. I would always recommend the nursery to friends and everyone. A very big fat thanks." - June 18
"My child has greatly benefited from the excellent teaching community at Yarnton Way Nursery." - June 18
"Since attending Yarnton Way Nursery, I have watched my daughter grow more and more into her own, with a stronger sence of independence."
"My daughter's numeracy skills are excellent, her key person has done an outstanding job with her."
"It has been fantastic to see how much our son has grown in confidence since starting and how much he has learnt. The staff are amazing and have wonderful relationships with the children. They really help prepare everyone for their next journey into primary school. I am so pleased with my son's progression and I am sure all the staff will be greatly missed by him. Thank you all for all the hard work and dedication."
"Yarnton Way Nursery is like a second home for my daughter. She started when she was only 6 months old and she is leaving today having learned lots of things and she has made a lot of friends. She learned to be confident and independent. I am very pleased with the nursery and the staff who are very kind and helpful and look after the kids in the best way. I can trust them and recommend them to other parents."
"Great nursery, fantastic staff. My son has grown and continues to grow in this environment. Thank you very much for the support."