Parent Information
To secure your place, please call 01793 784109 or email admin@thecottagenursery.co.uk to find out about current available places. One of our team will talk you through the process of booking a place.
Ofsted:
Our Ofsted registration number is: EY381532
Our latest Ofsted inspection took place on 7th May 2024 when the nursery was judged as Good.
Our strengths were quoted by Ofsted as including:
- “Leaders and staff have expertly designed a curriculum to include skills that build on what children know and can do. Staff plan and provide interesting activities that are centred on engaging the children in exploration and discovery.”
- “Children benefit from a wealth of outdoor experiences, planned to enhance their learning, resilience and curiosity”
- “Staff place a great emphasis on promoting children’s independence, emotional well-being and self-confidence. Children make independent choices about what they wish to do.”
- “Leaders are ambitious and passionate about the nursery.”
- “The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works closely with parents and other professionals to enable children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to make good progress in their learning.”
Please click this link to view our latest Ofsted report:
Safeguarding:
At The Cottage Nursery, we are committed to ensuring the safeguarding of our children, families and staff. If you have a safeguarding concern within our setting, please speak to one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL). These are clearly displayed on our Nursery Team Board at reception. We also have safeguarding boards at the preschool entrance and reception with more information.
If you have a concern in your community, the following services are available to help:
- LCSS (non-immediate concern or seeking advice) – 0345 2412705
- MASH (Immediate concern) – 0345 050 7666
- If you have an urgent concern for a child call 999 or 101.
Useful Links
Best Start in Life
Find trusted information, childcare support and practical guidance for every stage of your child’s early years, including development milestones and funding support through the Best Start in Life parent hub.
Healthier Together
Health advice and support for parents, carers, pregnant women, children and young people, created by NHS professionals.
The Lullaby Trust
The Lullaby Trust provides trusted safe sleep advice and support to help keep babies safe while sleeping.
DigiDuck Stories
Fun online safety stories designed to help young children learn how to stay safe when using the internet and technology.
Smartie the Penguin
An interactive online safety story that teaches children how to make safe choices online and ask for help if something worries them.
50 Things To Do Before You’re Five
Discover simple, fun and low-cost activities that support children’s learning and development through everyday experiences.
NHS Start for Life
Get trusted NHS advice on pregnancy, babies, feeding, sleep and supporting your toddler’s early development.
ERIC Potty Training
Step-by-step potty training guidance with practical advice to help children build confidence and develop toilet training skills.
Dental Hygiene Advice
Helpful advice and resources to encourage healthy toothbrushing habits and support children’s dental hygiene.
NSPCC Techosaurus
Techosaurus helps younger children and families learn about online safety through fun videos, activities and simple guidance.
“Our daughter and son have thrived since being at The Cottage. As a military family, we found out we were moving to the area late and the communication and patience before starting was hugely appreciated. Since joining, the team have been amazing – friendly, responsive to any change in needs and the kids love both the team and facilities. It has constant conversation on how to best develop the children, and we are extremely grateful for all their hard work.”
Get in touch
The Cottage Nursery, Alexander Hall, Faringdon Road, Watchfield, SN6 8TS