Stanhope House Day Nursery

read moreWe are registered by the Early Years OFSTED to take children aged between six weeks and five years. There are thirty-seven children in all, who are looked after by a Manager, eleven qualified nursery practitioners which includes an Early Years Professional with auxiliary help from a cook and a cleaner. We aim to provide a happy and secure environment for the children in our care, with the help of a curriculum which is stimulating physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. We pride ourselves on our capacity to respond to each child individually, according to his or her own needs and rate of development.

read moreOur nursery staff are trained and qualified to the highest standards. This high level of training reflects the commitment of Stanhope House Day Nursery to staff development. Our excellent record in retaining staff indicates that our staff consider Stanhope House Day Nursery to be a good place to work and to advance their careers. It also provides continuity and coherence of care of our children. Furthermore, the staff move around the Nursery rooms at the beginning of, and the end of, the day. This creates a friendly atmosphere as children and parents become acquainted with all the Nursery Nurses.

read moreSituated in a converted Victorian villa, Stanhope House Day Nursery has been operating as a nursery for over 45 years, so we've had plenty of opportunity to adapt the building to our needs. Our nursery rooms have been specially adapted to suit the needs and requirements for each age group. With our extensive, enclosed gardens, our children have plenty of opportunity to play outside. Stanhope House Day Nursery is also situated in its own secure grounds. The large high fenced garden provides a secluded part lawn and part paved playground so that children can play outside throughout the year.

read moreOur children come from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures, sometimes with English as a second language. When a new child starts, parents are welcome to stay with them as long as they feel necessary to help their child settle in. This usually provides the basis for effective communication between staff and parents and we welcome warmly any input they care to offer. Our curriculum is designed to be fun, challenging and rewarding, and is in line with OFSTED guidelines. Below you'll find examples of our children's activities that tie in with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) seven learning and development objectives - click for more information.