Bishy Barnabees Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Bishy Barnabees Day Nursery provides a stimulating and supportive setting for children ranging from six weeks to ten years old, aiming to be a 'home from home' for every child. Located in Mattishall, Dereham, Norfolk, the nursery has been serving its community since 2008 and is dedicated to offering high-quality care and early education tailored to individual needs.

The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, closing only during the Christmas and New Year week, and on bank holidays, with daily hours from 8 am to 6 pm. Bishy Barnabees is committed to inclusivity, offering translation services for non-English speaking families to ensure all children and their relatives receive personalised support.

5-3 years), and the Barnabee Room for preschoolers (3-5 years). Additionally, an Out of School Club, known as the Barnabee Club, caters to children up to ten years old, providing before and after-school care with school pickups from Mattishall Primary School.

The nursery focuses on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, fostering development in communication, physical skills, and personal-social-emotional areas, complemented by literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts. The team maintains recommended adult-to-child ratios, ensuring individual attention and ample opportunities for exploration and adventure in a safe, nurturing environment.

What it's like

Children come into the setting happily and are greeted warmly by staff, often their key person. They separate confidently from their parents and carers and quickly become engaged in exploring the available activities for the day. Staff form close, secure relationships with the children and ensure that they know each child well, supporting their emotional safety and confidence.

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