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Hedgehogs Rochester Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2022)
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5.0(9 parent reviews) ·The Annexe Fort Pitt House, New Road, Rochester, ME1 1DX · Medway
Number of places
33 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2022
Local authority
Medway

About this day nursery

Hedgehogs Rochester Day Nursery, located conveniently between Chatham and Rochester Train Stations on New Road, is dedicated to providing exceptional day care for children from three months to five years old. The nursery emphasises a nurturing 'home from home' environment where children are encouraged to learn through play, fostering confidence, independence, and a love for exploration and discovery.

Led by Alice and a team of highly qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioners, Hedgehogs Rochester aims to offer a high-quality early years education. The nursery offers all-inclusive childcare at competitive prices, designed to support local families.

Parents can access the latest Ofsted report and nursery terms and conditions directly from the website. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to supporting children's development in a stimulating and secure setting.

Our ethos

The nursery aims to provide a high-quality early years education, fostering confidence, independence, and a love for exploration and discovery by encouraging children to learn through play in a nurturing 'home from home' environment.

What it's like

Children are happy at the nursery and become extremely independent learners. Staff have worked hard to create a stimulating and very well-resourced environment, indoors and out. Babies concentrate for very long periods as they explore resources, such as play dough.

Home from home settingLearning through playAll-inclusive childcare

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 6:30 pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full day, Half day

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hedgehogs Rochester Day Nursery

Last inspected 20 December 2022

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

Children are happy at the nursery and become extremely independent learners. Staff have worked hard to create a stimulating and very well-resourced environment, indoors and out. Babies concentrate for very long periods as they explore resources, such as play dough.

Inspector highlights

  • The provision has shown significant improvement since the last inspection.
  • The manager has strengthened arrangements to support staff, including regular supervision and guidance.
  • The manager and staff team understand how children learn and plan engaging experiences, such as active participation in cooking nursery meals.
  • Children have freedom to lead their learning, with staff skilfully intervening when appropriate.
  • The leadership team and staff focus on providing challenge and have purchased new equipment to extend children's physical development.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the arrangements to share relevant information among staff so that all those working with children have the same precise knowledge to support their interactions
  • 2support staff to gain greater confidence in managing group situations and adapting activities to more effectively include all children who want to take part.
Inspection #10249438 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff have worked hard to create a stimulating and very well-resourced environment, indoors and out. Staff are vigilant in their supervision of children who are using the new, more challenging equipment to test their physical capabilities.

Parent Reviews of Hedgehogs Rochester Day Nursery

5.0
(9)
Annalisa Hewitt-Jones
10 months ago

Yesterday, my heart was full as we said goodbye to the incredible people at Hedgehogs Rochester after an unforgettable four years. From the moment my eldest son joined at 16 months and my youngest at just over 10 months, Hedgehogs became more than just a daycare—it was a sanctuary, a second home where my children felt safe, loved, and supported. Alice and Carla run the nursery with remarkable professionalism. Their unwavering support and dedication have made all the difference, especially when my eldest was having a hard time at drop off, and I’m especially grateful for how they always went above and beyond to accommodate my needs, whether it was an extra day here and there or just offering a listening ear. But now, a special thank goes to Carrie-Ann, Molly, Jake and Ben for looking after my babies in such a lovely and nurturing environment. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Keep doing the amazing work you do!

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Kiran Gill
2 years ago

I can’t imagine sending my children anywhere better than Hedgehogs. I’ve seen their confidence grow in leaps and bounds. Their language skills are advanced as a result of the interaction and learning Hedgehogs provides. The staff are incredibly caring and super helpful. I feel my children are very well cared. They have a varied day, with an opportunity to engage in a range of activities. Even my 1year old has helped make bread for lunch! Thank you to everyone at Hedgehogs for all that you do.

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Anna Macklin
2 years ago

Abigail absolutely loves her time at the nursery and her dad and I love getting the daily pictures of what she has been up to that day too! The staff are so lovely, kind and caring and are always there to talk to when needed. They listen carefully and adapt really well to each individual baby's needs. Couldn't wish for a better place for our baby girl :)

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Helen Merritt
2 years ago

Our little boy has been going to Hedgehogs since he 9 months old. The staff really take the time to get your child as well as the parents. Our little boy has the best time when he's at nursery and has really progressed with his development and learning ! Would definitely recommend!!

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angela arinze
2 years ago

I was so worried when he had to start nursery because he had never been away from me but my worries were unnecessary. At the nursery, he was fully engaged and i was given daily updates of how he was adjusting and progressing, i was also asked about his activities at home so they knew what he liked and didn't like. If there was any area of improvement, the nursery collaborated with me to sort it out from weening him off the bottle, getting him to eat solid food, encouraging teething brushing etc. There is a learning target that we work on per time and its been wonderful.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022

Date: June 2022

  • December 2022Good
  • June 2022Inadequate

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