Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Cheltenham
Meadows Day Nursery has been providing exceptional childcare services since 1998, consistently achieving Ofsted 'Outstanding' ratings for its commitment to quality education and care. Our dedicated team of nationally qualified professionals prioritises child safety, development, and learning through a nurturing environment. With purpose-built facilities spanning 1.5 acres of natural gardens, we offer age-specific programmes for children aged 3 months to 5 years, incorporating educational activities like art, music, and nature studies. Our on-site chef prepares nutritionally balanced meals using fresh ingredients, contributing to the '5-a-day' fruit and vegetable requirement.Security features include keyfob access and CCTV monitoring, while our outdoor spaces feature adventure playgrounds and growing gardens. Recognised for maintaining exceptional standards across all inspection criteria since 2011, we continue to develop our services based on inspector recommendations, such as introducing herb and vegetable cultivation areas. Our approach combines structured learning with creative play, fostering physical, social, and intellectual development in a warm, supportive environment.
Services
Baby Suite
Twos to Threes
Preschool Children
Home Cooking
Educational Activities
Outdoor Play Areas
Security Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Our team holds nationally recognised childcare qualifications with first aid and child protection training
- We maintain a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating through rigorous kitchen standards
- Three consecutive Ofsted 'Outstanding' ratings since 2011 demonstrate consistent excellence
- Purpose-built facilities include secure adventure playgrounds and nature areas
- Daily educational activities promote holistic child development through creative learning
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted Outstanding
What people say
Outstanding childcare
Home-cooked meals
Secure facilities
Educational activities
Qualified staff
Services
Baby Suite
Specialised childcare for infants aged 3 months to 12 months in a secure, nurturing environment. Our qualified staff provide individualised attention to support early developmental milestones through sensory play and structured routines. The programme includes dedicated sleep areas with CCTV monitoring for parental reassurance.
Twos to Threes
Developmental programme for children aged 2-3 years focusing on social skills and independence. Features include interactive learning stations, creative play areas, and outdoor exploration spaces designed to stimulate cognitive and physical development while maintaining safety standards.
Preschool Children
Comprehensive preparation for children aged 3-5 years with curriculum aligned to Early Years Foundation Stage guidelines. Combines structured learning with creative activities including art, music, and technology to develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills for school readiness.
Home Cooking
Daily freshly prepared meals by on-site chef using seasonal ingredients. Menu includes morning snacks, lunch, afternoon tea, and milk breaks meeting '5-a-day' requirements. Special dietary needs are accommodated while teaching children healthy eating habits through interactive snack choices.
Educational Activities
Curriculum-enhancing activities including Makaton signing, Debutots drama, Monkey Music sessions, and nature studies. Designed to develop communication skills, creativity, and physical coordination through structured play and technology-based learning experiences aligned with Ofsted 'Outstanding' standards.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years through our Baby Suite, Twos to Threes, and Preschool programmes.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All childcare team members have nationally recognised qualifications with additional training in first aid and child protection.
How do you ensure child safety?
We maintain security through keyfob access systems, CCTV monitoring in sleep areas, and purpose-built secure playgrounds with trained staff supervision.
What food standards do you maintain?
Our kitchens hold a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating with freshly prepared meals meeting '5-a-day' requirements, including formula milk for under-1s.
Reviews (1)
Catherine Greening
Dec 08, 2020
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Couldn't recommend this nursery enough. The staff are excellent. The nursery provided a invaluable service to keyworkers when my daughter's previous nursery had closed without notice due to Covid and I was left without any childcare. The setting is beautiful, huge stunning garden. The staff really were so welcoming and professional. The children have structure, learning and fun! My daughter loved her time here and all the children seemed happy. 5 stars. Thank you!
