Old MacDonald's Day Nursery provides a nurturing environment for children, focusing on engagement and developmental activities. They cater to a broad age range, offering various programmes designed to support growth and learning during crucial early years.
The nursery is committed to working with families, understanding that each child has unique needs and aspirations. With a focus on creating a stimulating and secure atmosphere, Old MacDonald's aims to foster independence and a love for discovery.
They pride themselves on a dedicated team that prioritises the well-being and education of every child in their care, ensuring a positive and enriching experience as they prepare for future academic journeys.
What it's like
Children are warmly greeted and have access to a good range of toys and activities, demonstrating a positive attitude to learning. They form attachments with staff, which supports their emotional well-being and confidence. Staff encourage babies to explore sounds and textures, while younger children develop muscle strength through printing and manipulating dough.
Fees are structured around daily rates for children aged 2 to 5, five-hour sessions for non-funded early education, and three-hour crèche sessions. Charges vary for holiday club and meals. A registration fee is required but is waived for those accessing funded-only places.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Opening hours
08.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday (nursery/pre-school); 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm (weekday crèche); 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm (Saturday crèche); 10.00am to 1.00pm (Sunday crèche during school holidays); 8.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday (holiday club during school holidays)
Food
Breakfast, mid-morning snack, hot lunch with dessert, mid-afternoon snack and high tea are included in the daily rate for nursery. Meal options are available for an extra charge for crèche and holiday club.
Age range
2 to 5 years (nursery/pre-school), 2 to 9 years (crèche/holiday club)
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2022
Last inspected 4 April 2023 · Ann Austen
What it's like to attend
Children are warmly greeted and have access to a good range of toys and activities, demonstrating a positive attitude to learning. They form attachments with staff, which supports their emotional well-being and confidence. Staff encourage babies to explore sounds and textures, while younger children develop muscle strength through printing and manipulating dough.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the nursery and state that they value opportunities to join in special events, such as Mother's Day celebrations.
Inclusion & environment
Children enjoy being physically active in the fresh air. Younger children are encouraged by the staff to kick the ball to one another and demonstrate their climbing skills on the slide. Older children carefully manoeuvre wheeled toys around the roadway track.
This nursery is absolutely wonderful for your children! The friendly staff keeps you updated on your child's progress and always informs you of any issues. They genuinely care about your child's development and growth. Having experienced other nurseries, I can confidently say that this one stands out by far! I only have positive things to say.
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I started my daughter here when she was 11 months. She absolutely loves it there and the girls are wonderful with her. They do so much messy play and exploring and learning. Thank you!
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We have sent our two children here since they were just a year old and the oldest is about to graduate into the nursery class at primary school. They have loved their time at Old Macdonalds Latimer from the start. They both began in the baby room where they had extensive settling in sessions before they began. The staff in there are so patient and caring and professional and we really felt very comfortable leaving both our children as we returned to work. Going up through the nursery, all the staff have been excellent and the nursery is a very happy environment. The location is also very peaceful and unique with plenty of outdoor space and walks in the woods next to the building. My daughter has hugely enjoyed the forest school too. The home cooked meals are amazing and I astounded by the kitchen organisation and menu variety. Highly recommended!
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Both our kids have attended this nursery and we are very happy with it. Carers are very friendly and attentive to the children and they go out of their way to promote learning at an early age. Hours are great especially for working families as the nursery runs from 7.30am until 7pm.
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My son attends the nursery and he receives excellent care from a professional and caring team
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Date: April 2023
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