Discover our Oxted Nursery.

Fennies Nurseries in Oxted is a standout nursery located in the heart of Oxted, just a 3-minute walk from Oxted train station. As the leading early years provider in the area, Fennies offers an exceptional nursery experience for local families.

What makes Fennies Oxted unique is its purpose-built facility, which is designed entirely with early childhood development in mind. Every detail has been meticulously considered to provide the ideal nurturing environment for young children to learn and thrive. 

With no direct competitors nearby, Fennies Oxted shines as a beacon of nursery excellence in Oxted. Parents can rest assured knowing their children will receive world-class care and education at this beautiful nursery. 

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Get to know the Oxted nursery team! 

We see working with children as the most special job in the world! We get to shape the minds and hearts of the next generation. At Fennies Oxted, our goal is to meet industry standards and set new benchmarks in early years education. 

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We have a wonderful team at Fennies Oxted and a central education team who visit the Oxted nursery regularly. Meet the people who make our Oxed nursery so special… 

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Claudia, our Nursery Manager, With 16 years of experience in the childcare industry, Claudia started her career as a level 2 Practitioner and has become a Nursery Manager with a level 3 Childcare qualification.

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Throughout her journey, Claudia has honed strong skills in supporting young children and nurturing their unique personalities. She finds working with children to be magical, allowing for a reconnection with one's inner child and witnessing each individual's remarkable growth and flourishing. Claudia's heartfelt goal is to ensure every child feels loved, cherished, and nurtured, fostering their social and emotional growth. When Claudia joined Fennies in September 2023, she quickly developed an affinity for everything Fennies stands for. She is deeply passionate about creating a welcoming environment that nurtures the children and the entire staff team. Witnessing each individual thrive and progress brings Claudia immense joy, and she is committed to forging strong parent partnerships, working closely together to bring out the best in each child.

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Nikki, our Deputy Manager has worked in childcare for over ten years and has gained extensive experience as an apprentice to a deputy manager. Nikki inspires, supports, and encourages the children to strive forward in their development to reach their milestones in a safe and holistic environment.

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Paula, our Regional SENCO and Inclusion Manager, provides extensive support for children with additional needs and those who speak English as an additional language (EAL). She collaborates with our SENCO in Oxted to ensure the appropriate support is given to each child. Additionally, Paula enhances our staff’s understanding through meetings, enabling us to better support and develop children with EAL and special educational needs.

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Ruth, our Educational Advisor, plays a crucial role in inspiring and guiding our staff to create engaging and exciting environments for the children. She is a strong advocate for our "Book of the Month" initiative, which fosters children's imagination and literacy skills by introducing them to diverse stories and expanding their understanding of the world.

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Majka, our Art Specialist introduces an "Artist of the Month," with this month's focus on Vincent van Gogh. Inspired by his work, we've engaged the children in various creative activities such as making sunflowers with coloured playdough and lolly sticks, painting flowers, and creating collages for self-portraits. These projects help children explore their artistic skills and learn about influential artists.

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Spaces for Play and Learning

Our Oxted nursery has carefully designed spaces that nurture children at each stage of development. All of our furniture within the rooms has been created by Community Playthings; they design child-centred furniture with safety features like pinch-free hinges and rounded corners, fostering aesthetic harmony and creating serene spaces for children to learn and play. Committed to sustainability, their products are crafted from renewable resources, including solid wood finished with water-based coatings, ensuring safety and environmental responsibility, focusing on avoiding harmful chemicals like styrene, phthalates, and BPA. Our nursery features dedicated rooms for different age groups:

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In our Explorers Room, children aged three months to two years begin to crawl and stand. They explore the world using their senses. At this age, children begin to establish communication and language. To accommodate these changes, our Explorers rooms incorporate innovative sensory development resources that encourage exploring movement and communication. Within this nurturing environment, children take their first steps, form their first friendships, and begin to communicate. 

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This room is perfect for little learners, with soft furnishings for tummy time, a dedicated milk kitchen area, and nappy changing areas. 

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We have a ratio of 1:3, so each child can form close bonds with their assigned key person. Our fantastic team of educators works closely with our parents to keep the children’s routines and sleep patterns aligned with those they have at home.

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Fennies Oxted’s Explorers Room allows children to grow by exploring the world around them, discovering new skills and inventing a sense of identity and independence.

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In our Discoverers Room, children aged two to three years are at the age at which children's personalities start to take shape. As they discover their own likes, dislikes, and abilities, children begin to display their need to communicate proudly. They also have increased movement, curiosity, and a strong desire to discover the world around them independently. This is a pivotal stage, and our educators focus on supporting children’s independence in all areas of learning and development. 

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Our Practitioners provide comfort and support as children learn to regulate their feelings and behaviour. Flexible routines within the room encourage communication and independence, allowing children to discover their interests with open-ended play. 

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The children explore the indoor and outdoor environments with various open-ended, natural materials that inspire discovery. 

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In our Creators Room, children aged three to four have laid the foundations for utilising their natural abilities at this stage. They begin to use their language and communication skills to socialise and create relationships. They also start to develop their self-care routines and independence. Our children in our creators' rooms learn to self-serve their food at mealtimes.

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 The resources in this room allow children to develop their understanding of self-care by washing and drying their hands and dressing themselves independently. The toys in this room, all stored at the child’s level, promote decision-making skills and independent learning. 

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Our skilful educators support your child as they move through this exciting phase of development. We plan experiences that engage your child in literacy, maths, understanding the world, and expressive arts. 

Specially created spaces where our children can enjoy quiet time, read a book or talk to their friends. 

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The children are busy getting ready for school in our Inventor's room, which is our preschool room for children aged four plus. 

Our educators work closely with local schools to ensure a seamless transition. Many of our activities at this stage revolve around ‘transition preparation’. Educators allow children the space to invent ways of independently taking on tasks and preparing for their day. These rooms offer real-life resources that encourage children to solve problems and develop complex role-play skills. 

Carefully planned days focus on different areas of interest for your child to investigate and provide opportunities to develop skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM). 

A day in the inventor's rooms is filled with bespoke experiences that support children’s communication, social, and physical abilities to equip them for the next phase of life and learning. Educators are tuned in with their development, identifying their strengths and working with each child on their areas to improve and ensure a seamless transition to school.  

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At Fennies Oxted, our extensive gardens encourage and empower children to explore the outdoors. Our gardens enable children to seamlessly transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, and our preschool rooms are designed with free-flow access.   

We place great value on the advantages of outdoor learning. It provides a canvas for their imaginations to soar and nurtures their mental well-being by offering a refreshing escape.

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Hear from our parents!

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When selecting a nursery for your child, the decision can feel overwhelming. However, discovering the right fit can make all the difference. But don't just take our word for it- our parents share why their family loves Fennies Oxted.

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“Our son has attended Fennies Nursery since September 2019, cherishing every moment. The array of activities offered is truly impressive. We've had an exceptional experience, appreciating the myriad opportunities our son receives here. Daily updates keep us informed of his progress, seamlessly tracked online. Fennies feels like an extended family; we wholeheartedly recommend it.” 

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“Fennies has transformed my view on nurseries. My daughter attends two days a week and loves it! The staff are excellent, and I trust them implicitly with her care. The facilities are pristine, the food is superb, and the toys are both thoughtful and educational. It's clear she benefits greatly from this safe and nurturing environment.”

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Curriculum and Learning Approach

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At Fennies Oxted, we believe in nurturing each child's unique potential through an engaging, play-based curriculum tailored to their developmental stage. Our goal is to tailor each child’s learning journey to their individual needs, through learning about their strengths and interests.  

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Meals and Nutrition

We have a wonderful on-site chef at Fennies Oxted, who cooks nutritious meals to fuel your child throughout the day. 

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Our menus are rotated twice a year in line with the seasons changing, we are proudly accredited with EYA (Early Years Alliance's), prioritising your child’s well being above all else. The EYA believes that good nutrition is one of the fundamentals of children’s wellbeing and that a consistent, evidence-based approach is essential to establish healthy eating practices. 

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Hear from Janet, Registered Nutritionist at the EYA!

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“Knowing that Fennies have a long-standing relationship with the Early Years Alliance nutrition team means that there is a focus on a wide variety of aspects across the nursery that will help to provide a well-rounded experience for your child including: a balanced and varied menu, a relaxed, sociable and positive environment to eat in, tailored support for children with dietary needs, and engaging food-related activities like cooking, gardening, and storytelling. Your child will be supported to serve and feed themselves and join in with mealtime set up and clear away when it is age-appropriate.” - Janet, Registered Nutritionist at the EYA

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Building relationships with our families 

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At Fennies Oxted, we know how important it is to integrate parents into everyday nursery life, which is why we regularly organise Grab and Go breakfasts and Stay and Play sessions. Seamless communication with parents is crucial. We have an amazing parent app called Famly that keeps you updated on your child’s activities, nap times, and what they have eaten throughout the day! 

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We also understand that parents need a space to connect and recharge. We have a wonderful space dedicated to parents on the second floor of our nursery, where they can grab a cup of coffee and some well-deserved time to recharge! 

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We understand the challenges of parenting, and we host the Fennies Parenting Hub, which hosts monthly virtual events led by our experts. Here, you'll gain invaluable insights and expertise on various aspects of parenting.

Launch your child’s learning journey today at our Oxted nursery! 

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We aim to make the enrollment process as smooth and straightforward as possible for our families. We are open for enrollment year-round for children from 3 months to 5 years old. 

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Our fantastic Admission Executive, Rebecca, is here to assist you with all your inquiries and guide you through the admission process. Feel free to reach out to Rebecca with any questions or concerns you may have—we're here to make your journey with us as easy and enjoyable as possible.

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We would love to show you around our Oxted nursery in person; get in touch with Rebecca today at 020 8770 3222 | enquiries@fennies.com

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