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N Family Club Whetstone

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2023)
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4.8(44 parent reviews)
·12 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 9ET · Barnet
Number of places
110 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2023
Local authority
Barnet

About this day nursery

N Family Club Whetstone is a purpose-built nursery situated in London, N20 9EY, a five-minute walk from the local station. The facility features six expansive playrooms bathed in natural light, complemented by an advanced air filtration system to maintain fresh air quality.

Additionally, there is a dedicated atelier for creative activities and a large outdoor garden area that includes a specialised baby zone, sandpit, mud kitchen, and water play area. To assist parents with daily drop-offs and pick-ups, the nursery provides a convenient buggy store.

The nursery offers both standard hours from 8 am to 6 pm and extended hours from 7 am to 7 pm, subject to availability. All meals provided are freshly prepared and cooked on-site.

The nursery prides itself on its commitment to supporting children's holistic development, fostering confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning within a safe and inspiring environment. A dedicated team, including a Level 4 Makaton user, ensures inclusivity and excellent communication support.

They also offer a family club membership with monthly special events.

What it's like

Children are happy, settled and secure at this friendly and welcoming setting. They form close bonds with staff who are caring, gentle and kind. Staff plan strong support for children's personal, social and emotional development, and encourage them to explore and express their feelings.

Purpose-built modern spaceLarge outdoor garden with baby zoneFreshly prepared mealsExtended hours availableFamily Club membership

Pricing & funding

Fees are calculated over a 51-week year and averaged into 12 monthly payments. Standard hours are from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, with optional early or late extensions available on a pay-as-you-go basis. Fees include all food, drink, consumables, and activities.

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of 3 full days is required, which must include a Monday or a Friday.
  • Fees are calculated based on 51 weeks and averaged into 12 monthly payments.
  • No refunds or discounts are given for bank holidays, public holidays, or inset days.
  • All food, drink, consumables, and activities are included in the fees.
  • Fees are due in advance, with Direct Debits taken on the 27th of each month.
  • Waiting list fee becomes a non-refundable joining fee on acceptance; acceptance fee is deducted from final invoice.

Key facts

Opening hours

Open 51 weeks per year. Standard hours: 8am– 6pm, Mon – Fri. Extended hours: 7am – 7pm (subject to availability). Excluding bank holidays & inset days.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for N Family Club Whetstone

Last inspected 3 November 2023 · Anne Maher

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, settled and secure at this friendly and welcoming setting. They form close bonds with staff who are caring, gentle and kind. Staff plan strong support for children's personal, social and emotional development, and encourage them to explore and express their feelings.

Inspector highlights

  • The leadership team has worked tirelessly over recent months to build a solid foundation.
  • Managers implement a curriculum based on children's interests and next steps.
  • Children behave well and show positive attitudes to their learning.
  • Healthy meals and snacks are provided by an in-house cook who caters for children's specific dietary requirements.
  • Partnership with parents is effective.

Areas to develop

  • 1n support staff to develop more effective questioning techniques, allowing children more time to process and respond to questions
  • 2n provide children with opportunities to access their local community and develop their understanding of the world around them
  • 3n develop the mathematics curriculum so that all children develop confidence in early maths.
Inspection #10315381 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. Currently, there are limited opportunities for children to learn about the wider community, such as through trips to the nearby parks, shops and library. This is something that managers have recognised and are working on improving.

Parent Reviews of N Family Club Whetstone

4.8
(44)
Nikki Townsend
2 months ago

I’m extremely happy with the education my daughter receives. The team have worked hard to settle her so she sees nursery as a fun and positive place to be. The activities which the child are exposed to are fun, creative and inclusive. My daughter is exposed to many different cultures and learning experiences. We couldn’t have wished for a better start to her education.

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Emsu Gorpe
6 months ago

I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone at Shore for making our experience amazing. My daughter has grown into such a happy, confident lady and she loves coming to nursery each day. A special thank you to Charlie whose caring and positive energy truly makes a difference! She greets my daughter with the biggest smile every morning and creates a warm welcoming environment. It only took my daughter three days to learn her potty routine - a HUGE milestone that shows how comfortable and supported she feels in Shore. I am so grateful for all the love, patience and encouragement you have shown my little one. You have helped her thrive, and we couldn't be happier with our experience at Shore! Thank you!!

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Hannah Corkerry
a year ago

Our son has been going to N Family Club Whetstone for almost a year and we have had a fantastic experience. The nursery management and staff are dedicated to each child's development and well-being, providing a wealth of activities each week that are tailored to their needs and growth. As a result, our son has really flourished during his time at N Family Club. The staff have been so welcoming from the very start, which has really reassured us that our son is part of a nurturing, warm and safe environment (those in The Bay, in particular, have been amazing - Nilu, Helen, Zara, Grace and Raquel are always so enthusiastic, friendly, caring and supportive). Communication with parents is fantastic – we receive regular updates on our son's progress, along with photos, which we love to see, and make us feel part of his learning journey. The food menu is varied and nutritious, so we know that our little one is eating well throughout the day. It is such a joy to see how excited our son is to go to nursery each day; we are so happy that we chose N Family Club Whetstone, and I would highly recommend it to other parents.

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Elzaan Vermeulen
a year ago

My daughter started at N Family Club just over a month ago, and she absolutely loves it. The staff are incredibly warm and welcoming, and despite this being her first time in a nursery, she settled in so quickly. Each day, they engage the children in a variety of activities that are both fun and educational, which I appreciate as a parent. They incorporate learning through play, making it enjoyable for the kids. My daughter has always been a picky eater, but since joining N Family, she's been eating everything they offer—and all the meals are healthy! I can't recommend N Family Club Whetstone enough.

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Farah Nabi
a year ago

I cannot speak highly enough about N Family Whetstone as someone who has actually sent both my children here. From the moment we enrolled our children, we have been consistently impressed by the nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and enriching activities provided. The nursery’s commitment to creating a safe and stimulating space for children is evident in every aspect of their operations. The staff members are genuinely caring individuals who love what they do. The facilities are impeccable, designed to support both learning and play. Communication with parents is excellent and there’s a real two-way relationship with the staff and parents. Management has been fantastic. We get regular daily updates on our child's progress through the app which is so reassuring. We would wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their little ones.

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Inspection history

Date: November 2023

  • December 2023Good
  • November 2023Good

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