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Fennies Raynes Park

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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3.9(11 parent reviews) ·9 Amity Grove, London, SW20 0LQ · Merton
Number of places
97 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Merton

About this day nursery

Fennies Nurseries strive to provide an exceptional early years experience for children under five, fostering an environment where children, families, and staff can flourish. Their philosophy centres on a strong sense of family and continuous investment in their services.

They aim to nurture development through a well-rounded approach that encompasses their daily routine, a structured curriculum, nutritious food, stimulating environments, and strong partnerships with parents. Fennies is committed to creating a supportive and enriching atmosphere that lays the foundation for a child's future success.

Our ethos

At Fennies, we offer the right start for under 5s through holding a sense of family at our core & continually investing to be the best to create an exceptional Early Years experience where children, families & team members thrive.

What it's like

Managers and staff create a warm and welcoming environment where children happily arrive and are keen to start their day. Staff tailor settling-in sessions to each child's individual needs, ensuring all children feel safe and secure. Children have a positive attitude to their learning and enjoy their time at the nursery.

Family-centred approachExceptional Early Years experienceContinuous investment

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

7.45am to 7pm, Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Fennies Raynes Park

Last inspected 18 September 2024 · Becky Phillips

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

Managers and staff create a warm and welcoming environment where children happily arrive and are keen to start their day. Staff tailor settling-in sessions to each child's individual needs, ensuring all children feel safe and secure. Children have a positive attitude to their learning and enjoy their time at the nursery.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff create a warm and welcoming environment.
  • They place a strong focus on following children's lead in play and plan activities based on their interests.
  • Staff support children to be independent effectively.
  • Staff know the children well, what they are doing and what they need to learn next.
  • Managers and staff work closely with parents and other professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Areas to develop

  • 1review how the environment in the toddler room is organised to reduce the level of noise to support children to focus on their chosen activity.
Inspection #10353709 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers and staff work closely with parents and other professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They use strategies, such as visual aids and signing, to support children's communication and share ideas to support children's learning at home.

Outdoor space

Children confidently explore the bright spaces and enjoy spending lots of time outside in the well-resourced gardens. Staff encourage children to develop their physical skills as children climb up hills and through tunnels and enjoy making food in the outdoor mud kitchens.

Parent Reviews of Fennies Raynes Park

3.9
(11)
jskim26
2 years ago

When I think back to our experience from 6-7 months ago and compare it with how things are like now, I am so impressed by how the local nursery team pulled through a tumultuous period with their staffing crisis. Our child has gone from emotional and unsettled to very happy and settled in the baby room. She sees familiar faces consistently and has a great time. Her development has made leaps and bounds since coming to this nursery. The facilities are clean, well kept, has plenty of sensory activities and a great outdoor space. The menu looks healthy and varied - I think my child eats better at nursery than at home! Staff are friendly, hard working and you can tell they have become a tight community after pulling through a challenging period together. I am happy for my child to continue coming here, the staff are definitely a pull factor for us.

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Jenny Harrington
2 years ago

My 2 year old has been here since the nursery opened last year - the staffing / recruitment issues mentioned in other reviews were a tricky time - but the new manager is fantastic and has hugely turned things around. We decided to stick with the nursery during the recruitment issues due to the incredible room leader and other staff in the toddler room - my son is very happy here and enjoys a hugely varied range of activities both indoor and out. The nursery now has a truly family feel with minimal staff turnover.

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Tarrian Hurn
a year ago

The staff are so friendly, the activities for each day are well thought of, educational and fun. The variety of meals is good. The premises is new, secure and big! The pre school has a lovely forest garden at the back with a mud kitchen. We are very happy at Fennies Raynes park

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Sarah Crabtree
2 years ago

Reviews from six months ago do not reflect what is happening at the nursery now. The manager Tatiana has worked so hard to turn the nursery into a happy and welcoming place. The staff are consistent, positive and a joy to meet at the beginning and end of the day. My daughter loves it

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T Serra
2 years ago

My son absolutely loves Fennies Raynes Park and he is always happy to go there! The staff is caring and loving, and they do their best to take care of and support the little ones. It’s not easy for any child to be away from their home and parents, but Fennies manages to fill up their days with fun and educational activities to make this easier for them. As a parent, it is amazing to witness how my child has grown and learned since he joined the nursery. It has been such a wonderful adventure! I feel only gratitude to everyone, the managing team, Tatiana and Jonna, all the staff, Ragini, Emma, and everyone who’s always making sure the children are safe, happy, and loved.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2022

  • September 2024Good
  • April 2023Good
  • October 2022Inadequate

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