Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Nursery Care in Gloucester for Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Since 2006, All My Friends Childcare has been dedicated to providing high-quality nursery care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years in Gloucester. Our mission focuses on creating a trusted environment where parents feel confident leaving their children, supported by three core values: fostering a learning culture, building friendship and community, and maintaining a culture of respect. Our team of experienced, highly qualified staff ensures every child receives safe, engaging care tailored to their developmental needs.We operate from a spacious, homely property with secure outdoor spaces, offering structured activities, government-funded nursery places, and partnerships with parents to support each child's growth. With Ofsted-recognised standards and a 5-star food hygiene rating, we combine educational excellence with a nurturing atmosphere to prepare children for school and life beyond.
Services
Nursery Care
After School Club
Holiday Club
Government-Funded Places
Parent Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 17 years of experience in early years education since 2006.
- Our team includes Level 3 qualified emergency paediatric first aiders.
- We provide government-funded nursery places for eligible children.
- Our key person system ensures consistent, personalised child development tracking.
- We maintain a 5-star food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Food Standards Agency
What people say
Safe hands
Confidence to walk into classroom
Structured and fun
Excellent attention to detail
Thrived here
Services
Nursery Care
We provide full-day childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a secure, homely environment. Our Ofsted-registered nursery features age-specific base rooms, outdoor play areas, and a structured curriculum focusing on early literacy and social skills. Qualified staff deliver government-funded places and tailored care plans to support individual development.
After School Club
Our after school club offers supervised care for children transitioning from nursery to school. The programme includes homework support, recreational activities, and social development opportunities. Qualified practitioners maintain continuity with nursery values while preparing children for formal education environments through structured routines.
Holiday Club
The holiday club provides consistent childcare during school breaks with themed activities and outings. We maintain small group ratios and familiar staff to ensure comfort. The programme includes local trips, festival celebrations, and community engagement activities that align with our core values of learning and respect.
Government-Funded Places
We offer government-funded nursery places for eligible 2-year-olds and 9-month-olds, subject to availability. Our team assists families with eligibility checks and waiting list arrangements. Funded sessions cover educational provision, with optional add-ons for meals and additional care hours to accommodate working parents' schedules.
Parent Partnerships
Our key person system ensures regular communication between staff and families through daily updates and online learning journeys. We encourage home-school continuity by sharing developmental progress and incorporating home experiences into nursery activities. Parents receive periodic written updates and have direct access to management for ongoing support.
People
Karen Heaton-Jones
Managing Director
Karen founded All My Friends Childcare in 2006 with a vision for quality early years education. She oversees strategic direction while maintaining close involvement in daily operations. Her leadership focuses on staff development and maintaining high Ofsted standards.
Louise
Nursery Manager
As Nursery Manager, Louise leads daily operations at Barnwood. She specialises in safeguarding and special educational needs coordination. With over a decade in childcare, she ensures compliance with all regulatory standards while mentoring staff.
Rachel
Finance Manager
Rachel manages financial operations for All My Friends Childcare. She oversees budgeting, funding allocations, and financial compliance. Her work ensures sustainable provision of quality childcare services across the nursery's programmes.
Jo
Business Manager
Jo coordinates administrative operations and policy implementation. She manages HR functions and staff development programmes. Her organisational leadership supports the nursery's growth while maintaining its core values.
Emily
Qualified Practitioner
Emily delivers direct childcare as a qualified practitioner. She implements educational activities aligned with Ofsted standards. Her role includes daily care routines, developmental assessments, and maintaining the nursery's high service quality benchmarks.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old at our Barnwood Nursery.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we're Ofsted-registered with inspectors praising our structured learning environment and staff qualifications.
Do you offer government-funded places?
We provide government-funded nursery places for eligible 2-year-olds and 9-month-olds subject to availability.
What food arrangements exist?
Our nursery chefs prepare fresh meals daily with a 4-week rotating menu meeting nutritional standards and dietary requirements.
How do you involve parents?
We use a key person system with daily updates, online learning journeys, and regular developmental reviews to maintain parent partnerships.
What safety measures are in place?
All staff have enhanced DBS checks, paediatric first aid qualifications, and safeguarding training to ensure child safety.
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