Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Newport & Caerleon Since 1986
Established in 1986, we are the longest-running nursery in Gwent, operating two purpose-built facilities in Newport and Caerleon. Our nurseries provide comprehensive childcare for children aged birth to 12 years, with dedicated spaces tailored to each developmental stage. All rooms are equipped with modern safety features, including fire and emergency lighting systems, while our expansive gardens offer all-weather play areas and outdoor classrooms. Our team comprises qualified childcare professionals, all holding enhanced DBS checks and specialist training in paediatric first aid and safeguarding.We maintain strong partnerships with local authorities and regulatory bodies, including Care Inspectorate Wales and ESTYN, ensuring our practices meet rigorous standards. Our commitment to flexibility accommodates diverse parental needs through term-time-only options and varied session times. We prioritise nutrition with freshly prepared meals and have implemented award-winning healthy eating initiatives. With over three decades of experience, we combine expertise with a nurturing environment to support each child's unique development journey.
Services
Nursery Services
Out-of-School Clubs
Breakfast Club
After School Club
Holiday Club
Flying Start Sessions
Wraparound Care
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in early years education and childcare.
- All staff hold enhanced DBS checks and specialist paediatric first aid qualifications.
- We offer Flying Start funded sessions for eligible families.
- Our flexible booking system accommodates diverse parental needs.
- Award-winning nutrition programmes ensure balanced, healthy meals daily.
Associations and certifications
- Care Inspectorate Wales
- Education Department of Newport City Council
- Her Majestys Chief Inspector of Education and Training in Wales (ESTYN)
What people say
Fantastic team of passionate staff
Well adjusted and confident children
Leaps and bounds development
Caring and nurturing environment
Excellent home nursery links
Services
Nursery Services
Our nursery services cater to children from birth to 12 years, offering age-specific base rooms with tailored learning resources. Each space promotes developmental milestones through structured activities and free play. With a 1:8 staff ratio, we ensure individual attention while maintaining safety and engagement across both indoor and outdoor environments.
Out-of-School Clubs
Oscars Out-of-School Clubs provide supervised care for reception to Year 6 children, featuring creative activities, homework support, and outdoor play. Operating until 18:00 daily, our clubs maintain consistent staffing and ratios while offering flexible booking options for working parents across Newport and Caerleon primary schools.
Flying Start Sessions
We deliver government-funded early education sessions for eligible families, following the Welsh curriculum framework. These sessions focus on foundational learning through play-based activities, delivered by qualified practitioners in our purpose-built early years facilities across both nursery locations.
Holiday Clubs
Holiday clubs operate at both nursery sites during school breaks, offering structured activities and free play in secure environments. Children engage in arts, games, and outdoor exploration while maintaining familiar routines and access to nutritious meals prepared on-site daily.
Wraparound Care
Our wraparound provision accommodates diverse schedules with start times from 07:30 to 18:00. This includes breakfast and after-school options tailored to working parents' needs, while maintaining consistent care standards and staff continuity across all extended-hour sessions.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children from birth to 12 years across our nursery and out-of-school settings.
Are staff qualified in childcare?
All staff hold minimum Level 3 childcare qualifications with most pursuing Level 4, plus paediatric first aid and safeguarding certifications.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide Flying Start funded sessions for eligible families as part of our early years provision.
What meal options are available?
We prepare fresh, nutritionally balanced meals daily using local produce, with options for weaning and special dietary requirements.
Can I visit before enrolling my child?
We offer at least two free settling-in sessions to help children transition comfortably into our care.
How do you communicate with parents?
We maintain regular home-nursery links through daily updates, progress reports, and scheduled parent-teacher meetings.
