Highgate Day Nursery in Sheffield

About this day nursery

Highgate Day Nursery, part of Early Years Care & Education, is dedicated to providing exceptional care and education for children from six weeks to five years old. The nursery focuses on creating a stimulating and secure environment where children can thrive and develop a sense of self-worth.

They encourage exploration and skill development within safe boundaries, aiming to foster happy, confident, and independent individuals who enjoy learning. Their approach includes imaginative indoor and outdoor areas designed to cater to children's social, emotional, physical, and educational needs.

The nursery operates with a team of qualified and experienced staff who are committed to maintaining high standards of childcare and promoting positive behaviour. Highgate Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted and adheres to the Children's Act 1989, ensuring continuous self-evaluation and regular inspections.

They uphold an Equality & Diversity policy to ensure all individuals are treated fairly and their needs are met. Child safety is a top priority, with a strict password system for pickups and a focus on keeping parents informed.

The nursery also uses the eyLog online learning journal system to record children's development, allowing parents to track their child's progress and contribute their own observations. They offer various contract options, including term-time and all-year-round, and accept government-funded early learning schemes.

Our ethos

We, as a Company, are dedicated to providing the highest quality care & education for your child. We are passionate about ensuring the children in our care receive the best possible learning & life experiences. We understand that for children to thrive, they need to feel happy, valued & secure. We help our children to develop a sense of self-worth & a caring attitude towards others, to explore & develop new skills within safe & secure boundaries. We aim to develop happy, confident & independent individuals for whom learning is fun.

What it's like

Staff primarily focus on developing children's small-muscle skills and communication. This involves activities like mark-making, sensory play with dough, and using a 'word of the week' to build vocabulary. They also ensure children, including those with SEND, are engaged in learning and develop skills necessary for school.

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges flat rates across all age groups. Fees are structured around standard eight-hour sessions, with additional charges for premium hours, session extensions, and extra days. A package fee is included in standard rates but billed separately for funded hours.