Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Family-Run Nursery & Pre-School in Oxford
Established in 1989, our family-run nursery and pre-school has been dedicated to nurturing children's emotional, social, and educational development across three generations. We provide an award-winning outdoor educational experience consistently rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, combining a research-based ethos with a loving family approach. Our unique philosophy emphasizes love, integrity, and environmental awareness, preparing children for life through proactive emotional and social coaching.With two settings in Oxfordshire, we maintain identical standards across both locations, supported by fully trained staff and rigorous quality assurance processes. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by multiple accreditations including Investors in People Platinum status and ISO certifications for quality, environmental, and health & safety standards.
Services
Outdoor Nursery
Pre-School Education
Forest School
Emotional Coaching
Environmental Education
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Award-winning nursery with Ofsted Outstanding ratings since 1989
- Three generations of family leadership and management
- Research-based outdoor educational approach with environmental focus
- Investors in People Platinum accredited employer status
- ISO-certified quality management, environmental, and safety systems
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Investors in People
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- ISO 45001
What people say
Loved every minute
Excellent care
Unique ethos
Outstanding educational experience
Nurturing environment
Services
Outdoor Nursery
Our outdoor nursery provides year-round learning in natural environments. Children engage with nature through gardening, wildlife observation, and weather-appropriate activities. This approach develops resilience, environmental awareness, and physical coordination while maintaining educational standards.
Pre-School Education
Structured pre-school programs prepare children for formal education through play-based learning. Focus areas include literacy, numeracy, and social skills development within a nurturing environment that maintains Ofsted Outstanding standards.
Forest School
Forest School sessions develop children's confidence and independence through hands-on natural experiences. Trained staff facilitate activities like den-building, nature crafts, and environmental exploration while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Emotional Coaching
Specialised emotional development programs teach empathy, resilience, and communication skills. Staff use storytelling, role-play, and guided interactions to help children understand and manage their emotions effectively.
Environmental Education
Sustainability programs teach recycling, conservation, and environmental stewardship. Children participate in gardening, waste reduction projects, and nature conservation activities appropriate to their age and development stage.
People
Dr Vahik Enjily
Proprietor
Co-founder with over 30 years' experience in early childhood education. Leads strategic development while maintaining hands-on involvement in nursery operations and staff training.
Mrs Alexandra Enjily
Proprietor
Key operational leader responsible for daily management and staff supervision. Combines educational expertise with practical childcare experience across three generations of family service.
Mr Ahlexi Enjily
Proprietor
Third-generation team member focusing on staff development and quality assurance. Implements training programs while maintaining family values and educational standards.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from birth to rising five years old across our two Oxfordshire settings.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, both our Wheatley and Stanton St John settings hold Ofsted registration and have maintained Outstanding ratings since 1989.
What outdoor facilities do you offer?
Our forest school-trained staff lead daily outdoor activities in natural environments with dedicated play areas at both locations.
How do you involve parents?
We operate an extended family approach with regular communication and collaborative development planning for each child.
What training do your staff receive?
All staff undergo rigorous training through our in-house CACHE-registered centre and maintain current early years specialisms.
