Welcome to Westerham Day Nursery and Pre-school

Name: Westerham Day Nursery and Pre-school
Address: Westerham, ENG, TN16 1EZ, GB
Telephone: 01959 565969

We Are an Ofsted "GOOD" rated nursery
in the parish of Sevenoaks, Kent

Westerham Day Nursery was established in 1994 and is Ofsted registered to care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We are open Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.45am and 6.00pm, 51 weeks of the year.

Our children enjoy a warm, welcoming and friendly environment where they are respected as individuals and where learning through play and exploration is supported by well-trained and dedicated Early Years Educators.

Our approach allows your child to develop their skills, interests and passions by engaging in a vast range of activities which inspire and enthuse them. Our setting has been designed to provide a nurturing space where children can develop their independence, communication and social skills while benefiting from a safe and secure environment, surrounded by adults who care for them and value their well-being.

We would love to talk to you about your child’s journey into nursery and pre-school so get in touch today to talk to one of our friendly staff members.

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our values

We are committed to helping children to become caring and considerate young people and celebrate these values every day. We help to develop your child’s social skills by encouraging sharing, caring and interaction with others.

We encourage positive behaviour by working within a framework which ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families - all in a safe, secure and stimulating environment with qualified and experienced practitioners.

Meet the Team

Engaging Spaces

Our nursery is equipped and decorated with children at its heart. We have three base rooms, a soft play room and a sensory room. These light and spacious areas have specified zones which allow children to take part in a variety of child or adult initiated activities.

Each of our base rooms have their own outdoor garden areas, which are used as an extension of children’s learning and exploration.

Our Rooms

Learning through nature

We align our practice with the natural world, using natural resources where possible and ensure that the children spend time outdoors every day.

Our children have access to a large outdoor playground and garden area, including a sand pit, mud kitchen and planting and growing area. Children are also able to engage with the outdoors by visiting the extensive school fields and Forest School areas.

Our Outdoor Spaces

What Ofsted says about life at Westerham Day Nursery and Pre-school

Excerpts from our 2023 report in which we were rated "GOOD"

The manager has clear intentions for the curriculum. She shows a secure knowledge of what the children know, understand, and can do and what they need to learn next. She ensures the curriculum is ambitious for all children including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Parents speak highly of the friendly staff team and how staff and the manager, go "the extra mile" in support of their children's individual needs. They report that their children's confidence has increased since attending.
The manager fully understands the impact on the pandemic on children's development. She works with staff to close gaps for learning.
Staff and leaders understand their role and responsibilities in safeguarding children.
Staff are respectful and show great consideration to children... this supports children's sense of well-being and security.
Children receive praise for their achievements and staff celebrate their successes.
Children enjoy regular opportunities to play outdoors.
Toddlers thoroughly enjoy role play.
Toddlers develop good small-muscle skills.