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The Finchley Day Nursery and Pre-school

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2024)
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5.0(3 parent reviews)
·2a Hertford Road, London, N2 9BU · Barnet
Number of places
68 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2024
Local authority
Barnet

About this day nursery

The Finchley Day Nursery & Preschool provides high-quality care and education for children from 3 months to 5 years of age, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Housed in a thoughtfully restored former Baptist church, the environment is designed to be safe, welcoming, and conducive to learning.

The nursery emphasises a child-centred approach, supporting the emotional, intellectual, and social development of each child through engaging activities. The outdoor learning area is utilised throughout the year, and children also benefit from regular outings to explore the local community.

The nursery highly values its collaboration with parents, offering daily updates and photographs to keep families informed about their child's progress and activities. Furthermore, the nursery provides detailed information on various childcare funding options available for different age groups, from 9 months to 4 years, ensuring parents are well-informed about financial support for their childcare needs.

Our ethos

The Finchley Day Nursery & Preschool provides high-quality care and education adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. They emphasise a child-centred approach, supporting the emotional, intellectual, and social development of each child through engaging activities. The nursery values collaboration with parents, keeping them informed about their child's progress.

What it's like

Children's progress in all areas of learning is carefully planned by staff, who purposefully arrange the baby room to support physical development. Children then progress to participating in dance, drama, and yoga sessions. Staff are considerate of children's needs and emotional well-being, placing a high focus on personal, social, and emotional development.

Child-centred approachRestored former church buildingOutdoor play emphasisedStrong parent partnership

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 18:00

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2022

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Finchley Day Nursery and Pre-school

Last inspected 18 January 2024 · Anne Maher

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's progress in all areas of learning is carefully planned by staff, who purposefully arrange the baby room to support physical development. Children then progress to participating in dance, drama, and yoga sessions. Staff are considerate of children's needs and emotional well-being, placing a high focus on personal, social, and emotional development.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has developed a curriculum that builds on what children know and can do, with high expectations for learning and development.
  • Staff get to know children and their families well, using flexible settling-in sessions to build relationships.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, as staff have a secure understanding of their needs.
  • Children's communication and language skills are well supported, with babies using Makaton signs and older children introduced to new descriptive language.
  • The nursery participates in the 'Healthy Early Years London' scheme and is working towards achieving the silver award.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen self-help hygiene routines, to ensure that children's care needs are consistently met.
Inspection #10326380 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are very happy with the nursery and comment on the support they receive from staff.

Parents agree that their children thrive at the nursery and are extremely well prepared for school.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. This is because staff have a secure understanding of the children and what they need to learn next and how. They work in partnership with parents and professionals to support children's learning.

Parent Reviews of The Finchley Day Nursery and Pre-school

5.0
(3)
Richard Tank
4 years ago

We love Scribbles, our young son has been going for 6 months now and genuinely looks forward to it. The staff are very friendly and his day is packed with activities. Highly recommended

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Mr. G
5 years ago

Lovely nursery - the staff really do a great job of engaging and looking after the kids.

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OLUWASEGUN ADEDOKUN
in the last week

a well conducive environment for kids. My son loved it so well and staff members were helpful during my tour.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2024

  • March 2024Good
  • January 2024Good

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