The Crescent Nursery School

About this day nursery

The Crescent Nursery in Merrow offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can feel safe, happy, and truly cared for. With over 25 years of leadership from the same experienced manager and a dedicated, long-standing team, the nursery prioritises creating a strong sense of belonging for every child.

Each child is assigned a key worker who collaborates closely with parents to understand and support their individual needs. The nursery fosters confidence and independence, encouraging children to explore new challenges and understand that making mistakes is part of learning.

Activities are tailored to each child's interests, ensuring a fun and positive learning experience that prepares them for school. As an inclusive nursery, The Crescent provides comprehensive support, including a qualified SENDCo, to ensure all children have equal opportunities to thrive.

What it's like

Children thrive at this early years setting, supported by key staff who use their detailed knowledge and accurate assessment of children's current stage of development incredibly well to plan precise next steps in learning. Leaders create a highly ambitious curriculum based on the needs of the children, resulting in all children making rapid progress. Children are taught that what they say, think and feel is important, fostering a strong sense of belonging, identity, and overall well-being.

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers funded sessions for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds, with options for 15 or 30 hours per week. Parents can also pay for additional private hours and early drop-off services if needed.