Leapfrog Nursery School - Church Hill

About this day nursery

Leapfrog Nursery School at Church Hill provides an enriching and nurturing environment for children aged 9 months and up. Operating from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, the nursery offers both full and half-day sessions.

The facility is thoughtfully divided into a 'Small Hall' for babies, focusing on a calm and nurturing start with experienced practitioners who adapt to each child's home routine. The 'Big Hall' offers a stimulating space for older children to develop critical thinking, explore independently, and engage in various learning activities.

The nursery embraces a 'pack away' setting philosophy, allowing highly skilled practitioners to create dynamic and engaging environments daily, fostering a sense of awe and wonder. Both halls have direct access to outdoor learning spaces, encouraging free-flow play and gross motor development.

The nursery prioritises healthy eating, providing home-cooked meals and snacks, and incorporates physical development schemes like yoga and dancing. They also focus on a broad curriculum that includes arts, local trips, cooking, science experiments, woodwork, and early phonics in the afternoons.

Strong links with local primary schools and continuous communication with parents through workshops and key worker coffee mornings ensure a supportive transition for children. The nursery emphasises individualised learning through in-the-moment planning, observation, and the use of the Famly platform for tracking development and tailoring an ambitious curriculum.

Our ethos

Leapfrog Nursery School at Church Hill embraces a 'pack away' setting philosophy, enabling practitioners to create dynamic and engaging environments daily that foster a sense of awe and wonder. They prioritise individualised learning through in-the-moment planning and observation, tailoring an ambitious curriculum that supports children's critical thinking, independence, and development through diverse activities and outdoor play.

What it's like

Children are highly engaged and well-settled, forming close bonds with attentive staff who effectively meet their emotional needs. The curriculum is ambitious, with a strong focus on mathematics and English, enabling children to develop deep knowledge and excellent communication skills. The diverse setting promotes cultural awareness through activities and introduces new vocabulary regularly.

Pricing & funding

Places are secured by paying a deposit via bank transfer. A portion of this deposit is refunded once the child starts attending the nursery, but the full amount is non-refundable if the place is not taken up.