Spring - Highfield

About this day nursery

Spring Highfield Nursery, located in Rowlands Gill, offers full-day care for children aged 0-5, operating 51 weeks a year from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. The nursery is situated within Highfield School, which facilitates seamless transitions for children entering the school system.

With two stimulating outdoor areas, children are encouraged to explore, take risks, and develop a "can-do" attitude through activities tailored to their interests. The nursery prides itself on its experienced and highly qualified staff who benefit from ongoing development opportunities.

A robust key person and buddy system is fully integrated to provide consistent care and support. Established in 2004, Spring Highfield is dedicated to serving its local community.

The nursery accepts various funding options, including Tax-Free Childcare, 15 and 30 hours funded childcare for eligible age groups, and Universal Credit for childcare costs. They also highlight the Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) as an additional government funding source to enhance learning and development for eligible children.

The nursery is committed to making childcare accessible and provides information on upcoming changes to funded childcare that will expand eligibility to younger age groups in phases from April 2024 to September 2025. They also have a presence on social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

What it's like

Children are confident and happy in the inviting nursery. Staff effectively support children in their learning, with a strong emphasis on developing independence from an early age, including self-feeding and self-care skills. Children are actively engaged in well-planned activities and learn to show care and consideration towards each other in a calm and well-behaved environment.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands for children under and over 36 months, with different rates for full-day and half-day sessions. An ad-hoc hourly rate is also available.