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Fennies Oxted

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2021)
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5.0(8 parent reviews)
·29-31 Amy Road, Oxted, RH8 0PX · Surrey
Number of places
81 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2021
Local authority
Surrey

About this day nursery

Fennies Nurseries is dedicated to providing an outstanding early years experience for children under five, fostering a strong sense of community and family within their nurseries. They are committed to continuous investment to ensure they remain leaders in early childhood education.

Fennies aims to create an environment where every child, along with their family and educators, can thrive. They focus on delivering a high-quality curriculum and pedagogy, supported by nutritious food and carefully designed learning environments.

The nursery group also values strong partnerships with parents, believing collaboration is key to a child's development. With numerous locations across the South East, Fennies offers a consistent and nurturing approach to early years education, supporting children's growth and well-being.

Our ethos

Fennies Nurseries is committed to providing an outstanding early years experience, focusing on a high-quality curriculum and pedagogy, alongside strong partnerships with parents, to foster a child's development and well-being within a nurturing community.

What it's like

Warm and trusting relationships are evident between adults and children. Children talk confidently to adults and engage them in their play. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive good support, and parents are signposted to external professionals. Children demonstrate good levels of independence and learn to use simple tools efficiently.

Family-centred approachContinuous investment in early years educationStrong parent partnershipsNutritious foodCarefully designed environments

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Fennies Oxted

Last inspected 11 August 2021 · Jill Thewlis

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Warm and trusting relationships are evident between adults and children. Children talk confidently to adults and engage them in their play. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive good support, and parents are signposted to external professionals. Children demonstrate good levels of independence and learn to use simple tools efficiently.

Inspector highlights

  • Children talk confidently to adults and engage them in their play.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive good support.
  • Children demonstrate good levels of independence, choosing toys and activities and using cutlery independently.
  • Staff have access to a wide range of training to build on their skills and knowledge.
  • Children make links in their learning and recall previous learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to consistently plan and organise activities which provide clear learning intent
  • 2strengthen staff use of questioning and allow children time to process their thoughts to help to support children's critical thinking skills.
Inspection #10194530 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say they help to establish children's starting points and are kept informed about their child's next steps in learning.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, (SEND), receive good support. Parents are signposted to the support of external professionals, such as speech therapists. This helps to support the progress of children with SEND.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy creating dinosaur footprints outside.

Parent Reviews of Fennies Oxted

5.0
(8)
Charley Maynard
2 years ago

My little girl joined at 8 months and she has absolutely thrived. The staff are fantastic and really care about the development of the children. Katherine (baby room lead) is brilliant and we are so glad we chose Fennies for our daughter. She is now 18 months old and will be continuing at Fennies until she goes to school.

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Bec Everest
2 years ago

I felt welcomed by the team from the moment I stepped in. They instantly made my little one feel at ease and got them stuck in with activities whilst I toured the nursery. When it was time to leave she didn't to go which told me everything I needed to know. She has been with Fennies for about 3 months now and loves going. The staff are brilliant with her and with keeping me updated through the Famly app. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to send their children to a home away from home style nursery!!

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Monika Galla
a year ago

Our experience with Fennies Nursery has been nothing short of spectacular! When our previous nursery received a dreadful Ofsted report and they had to terminate our contract with immediate effect, we went into a panic mode. Claudia, the manager at Fennies, came to our rescue with amazing love and care, making the transition smooth and stress-free. The location is super convenient, being so close to the station, but what really sets Fennies apart is the amazing staff who genuinely care about the children. Claudia and her deputy Nikki run an absolutely lovely nursery. They are transparent with parents, maintaining high standards and clear policies. It’s reassuring to know exactly how things operate, and their communication is top-notch. Katherine (affectionately known as Kath Kath), my daughter’s key person, is a real gem. Think Mary Poppins but even more no-nonsense. She’s brilliant at what she does and has a wonderful way with the children. And then there's Nikki, who my daughter adores. Every morning, she runs to Nikki for a cuddle – no tears, no grumpiness, just pure joy. Food wise-where do I even start!… Every day, my daughter gets to enjoy such delicious, nutritious meals that I have serious food envy! Honestly, I wish they offered take away for parents 😂 We couldn't be happier with Fennies. Thank you for making our lives easier and our daughter's days brighter!

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Lucy Millier
2 years ago

My daughter goes to Fennies and absolutely loves it. The staff there are great and I am always amazed by the creative and fun activities they do each day. The management are also brilliant and really communicate well with parents. I would really recommend Fennies and very pleased we chose it.

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Lauren Cini
6 years ago

I never thought I'd be such a strong advocate of sending your child to nursery, but Fennies has shown me that little ones get a lot out of spending time in a safe environment with other children their age, and experienced staff. My daughter goes two days per week and absolutely loves it! I think the staff are great and I trust them to look after her implicitly. The facilities are very clean, the food is amazing (seriously!) and the toys are well thought out and educational.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

11 August 2021

Good

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