Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Years Education in Redhill
St Johns Nursery Group has been dedicated to providing exceptional early years education and care since our establishment. Our approach is rooted in the belief that children are natural learners, and we create environments where they can thrive through play, exploration, and structured learning. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring each child receives tailored support to develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning. Our smaller setting allows us to build strong relationships with families, offering personalized care through small key groups. We integrate Makaton into daily activities to enhance communication and foster inclusivity.Our team of qualified professionals undergoes continuous training in safeguarding, first aid, and early years education, ensuring the highest standards of care. We prioritize accessibility by accepting various funding options and maintaining transparent communication with parents through daily updates and digital platforms. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our registration with OFSTED and participation in the Early Years Quality Assurance Scheme. We strive to create a nurturing, joyful environment where children feel secure and inspired to reach their full potential.
Services
Early Years Education
Forest School Sessions
Holiday Clubs
Parent Communication
Childcare Vouchers
Tax-Free Childcare
Makaton Support
Outdoor Learning
Staff Training
OFSTED Registered
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized care through small key groups, ensuring individual attention.
- Our team uses Makaton to enhance communication and inclusivity for all children.
- All staff undergo continuous safeguarding and early years training.
- We offer flexible hours with breakfast and tea clubs for working families.
- Our outdoor learning and Forest School sessions support holistic development.
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- Early Years Quality Assurance Scheme
- Pre-School Learning Alliance
What people say
Nurturing nature of staff
Amazing creative activities
Loves coming to nursery
Fantastic team effort
Strong parent communication
Services
Early Years Education
Our Early Years Education follows the EYFS curriculum, focusing on learning through play and structured activities. We support physical, cognitive, and social development while preparing children for school. Our approach combines creativity, routine, and individualized attention to foster confidence and independence.
Forest School Sessions
Forest School Sessions promote outdoor exploration in our 1000 sqft garden. Children engage in nature-based activities that enhance problem-solving, teamwork, and environmental awareness. These sessions align with our commitment to holistic development and lifelong learning skills.
Holiday Clubs
Holiday Clubs provide childcare during school holidays, including half-terms. Open to registered and non-registered children aged 2-5, these clubs ensure continuity of care for working families. Activities maintain educational value while offering flexibility for parents.
Parent Communication
Parent Communication includes daily emails, WhatsApp updates, and direct contact with staff. We share photos, videos, and progress updates to keep families informed. This transparency builds trust and supports collaborative child development.
Makaton Support
Makaton Support integrates sign language into daily activities to aid communication for all children. This inclusive approach enhances language development, reduces frustration, and promotes confidence. Staff are trained to use Makaton effectively across learning environments.
People
Maz Wilkinson
Nursery Group Area Manager
With 22 years in early years education, Maz leads with a focus on excellence. As an Early Years Educator, she ensures high standards of care and learning, prioritizing children's foundational development through dedicated leadership.
Lauren Andrews
Duty Manager
Lauren has 13 years of childcare experience, including 3 years as a manager at St. John's. She enjoys mentoring staff and creating enriching experiences for children, combining leadership with hands-on care to support family needs.
Rebecca Urie
Administrator
Rebecca has worked at St. John's for over a year, combining Level 3 childcare qualifications with marketing expertise. She ensures smooth operations, communicates with families, and supports staff, bringing a professional yet personable approach to nursery management.
Questions
What age range does St. John's Nursery cater for?
We accept children aged 2 to 5 years, providing tailored early years education and care aligned with the EYFS curriculum.
Do you offer holiday childcare?
Yes, we run holiday clubs during school holidays and half-terms at Redstone Lodge, open to all children aged 2-5, whether registered with us or not.
What funding options are available?
We accept FEET funding for 2-year-olds, 15-hour funding for 3 & 4-year-olds, and Working Parent Entitlement funding for 3 & 4-year-olds, along with childcare vouchers and tax-free childcare payments.
How do you support children's communication development?
We use Makaton with all children to enhance communication skills, helping them express themselves confidently through signs and symbols integrated into daily activities.
What are your opening hours?
Our core hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4pm, with breakfast club from 8am and tea club until 5pm available for extended care.
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Reviews (3)
Redstone Property Services Ltd
Dec 29, 2019
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We sent our Son to this nursery, it is quite honestly, hands down , the best nursery we have ever used, and we have used a few in the area. The staff are all totally brilliant, they are all so invested in the children and the success of the nursery, everyone works as a team and there is never any feeling that things are not totally under control. Linda is an amazing leader, the communication from nursery to home is amazing. Couldn't recommend this place highly enough, it's just a shame that our son is now moving on to school and we don't have any more children to send
Tilly Too
Jul 25, 2019
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Fantastic nursery with lovely caring staff who clearly love working with children. My child has really excelled since attending st johns and I could recommend them more highly
Red Ted
Sep 16, 2018
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Great learning environment. When I turned up fir my original visit the staff never rushed me. The staff are parents themselves so they understand what we as parents go through. My daughter loves it here and thats what counts. Shes happy, she talks about her day, she goes in happy and comes out happy. I have seen my daughter grown in confidence since shes been at the nursery.
Dont take my word for it... see for yourself.
Dont take my word for it... see for yourself.
