Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Education in Margate
Established in 2008, Manor House Nursery has consistently maintained an Outstanding rating from Ofsted across all areas of operation. Our dedicated team of educators prioritises holistic child development through play-based learning, fostering intrinsic motivation and curiosity. We create tailored educational experiences that nurture self-esteem, language acquisition, and social skills while supporting emotional regulation. Our Forest School provision extends learning into nature, promoting physical development and environmental awareness.With flexible session options and a focus on nutritional wellbeing, we provide a secure foundation for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Our commitment to quality care is evidenced by our structured settling-in process and qualified Level 3 Forest School Practitioners. We operate across multiple Kent locations, maintaining consistent standards of excellence in early years education.
Services
Nursery Care
Forest School
Holiday Club
Settling In Sessions
Nutrition & Health
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Ofsted Outstanding rating since 2008
- Specialised early years educators with Level 3 Forest School Practitioners
- Holistic curriculum focusing on emotional and cognitive development
- Flexible session options including extended care
- Dedicated woodland learning environment at Quex Park
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery care programme provides structured early years education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Qualified educators implement play-based learning to develop foundational skills in a safe, stimulating environment. Daily activities promote cognitive development, social interaction, and emotional regulation through age-appropriate resources and Ofsted-approved curricula.
Forest School
Forest School sessions deliver nature-based education at our woodland site in Quex Park. Children engage in hands-on environmental exploration with qualified Level 3 Practitioners. Activities include den-building, tool skills, and wildlife observation that enhance physical development, risk assessment abilities, and ecological awareness through experiential learning.
Holiday Club
Our holiday club operates during school breaks for children aged 4-11 years. The programme combines structured outdoor activities with free play at our woodland facility. Sessions include campfire cooking, animal interaction, and creative crafts that promote social skills, physical fitness, and environmental education in a supervised setting.
Settling In Sessions
We offer tailored settling-in sessions to help children adapt to nursery life. These gradual introduction periods allow parent-child-nursery staff interaction to build trust and familiarity. The process supports emotional security while establishing routines that ease the transition to full-time childcare.
Nutrition & Health
Our nutrition programme provides balanced meals and snacks that meet dietary requirements while promoting healthy eating habits. Menus consider children's nutritional needs for growth and development, with special attention to food safety, allergy management, and hydration practices that support learning and wellbeing.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 6 months to 5 years across our nursery and Forest School programmes.
Are your staff qualified?
All our educators hold relevant childcare qualifications, including Level 3 Forest School Practitioners for outdoor learning sessions.
How do you support child development?
Our curriculum focuses on holistic development through play-based learning that enhances cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills.
What happens during bad weather?
Our Forest School operates outdoors in most conditions, but may cancel sessions during extreme weather for safety reasons.
Do you offer flexible hours?
We provide morning (8am-1pm) and afternoon (1pm-6pm) sessions with optional extended care from 7:30am or until 6:15pm.
What should children wear?
Children need appropriate outdoor clothing including waterproofs, sturdy footwear, and sun protection depending on weather conditions.
