Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Early Childhood Education in Witney
Established in 1995, St Hugh of Lincoln Nursery School provides a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. Our qualified and experienced staff create a stimulating atmosphere that supports holistic development through play-based learning and structured activities. We prioritise individualised care through our key person approach, ensuring each child receives tailored attention to foster confidence and social skills.Our Forest School sessions and intergenerational programmes with local care homes enhance physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. We maintain strong partnerships with parents, offering regular updates and collaborative planning to support every child's unique learning journey. Recognised by Ofsted for outstanding teaching quality, we uphold a Christian ethos of inclusion while serving families of all backgrounds.
Services
Early Childhood Education
Forest School Sessions
Key Person Support
Parent Partnerships
Outdoor Learning
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We hold an Ofsted 'outstanding' rating for teaching quality
- Our staff have extensive experience in early childhood education
- We implement a key person system for personalised child development
- Forest School sessions enhance physical and intellectual growth
- We maintain strong parent partnerships with regular progress updates
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Impressed with activities
Confidence grown
Best school ever
Excellent staff patience
Leaps in development
Services
Early Childhood Education
Our structured curriculum combines play-based learning with formal activities to develop cognitive, social, and motor skills. Qualified educators create individualised plans monitored through regular assessments. The programme aligns with Ofsted standards while maintaining flexibility for each child's unique pace.
Forest School Sessions
Weekly outdoor sessions promote physical development and environmental awareness through supervised exploration. Children engage in risk assessment, teamwork, and creative play within natural settings. These activities complement classroom learning while building confidence and resilience.
Key Person Support
Each child receives dedicated attention from a trained key person who monitors progress and maintains communication with families. This professional develops tailored learning strategies and provides regular updates through our digital platform to ensure consistent development tracking.
Parent Partnerships
We foster collaborative relationships with families through digital updates, home visits, and scheduled consultations. Parents receive detailed insights into their child's progress while contributing to activity planning and development strategies.
Outdoor Learning
Daily outdoor play and weekly Forest School sessions develop motor skills and environmental understanding. Structured activities include gardening, sensory exploration, and intergenerational programmes with local care homes to enhance social and emotional growth.
People
Claire Hemsley
Nursery Manager
With extensive early years leadership experience, Claire oversees daily operations while maintaining close parent communication. She ensures adherence to Ofsted standards and implements innovative educational practices.
Anne-Marie Windsor
Deputy Manager
Anne-Marie supports nursery operations and directly engages with children's development. She specialises in identifying individual learning needs and implementing targeted growth strategies.
Rachael Edmunds
Financial Manager/Administrator
Rachael manages financial operations and administrative systems, ensuring smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining compliance with funding regulations.
Claire Hames
Nursery Practitioner
Claire delivers hands-on care and educational activities, focusing on creating stimulating learning environments that support children's natural curiosity and development needs.
Melissa Baughan
Nursery Practitioner
Melissa contributes to daily educational programmes with particular expertise in sensory development activities that enhance children's cognitive and motor skill progression.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We accept children aged 2 to 5 years old.
How does your Ofsted rating affect quality?
Our 'outstanding' Ofsted rating reflects exceptional teaching standards and child development outcomes.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff are qualified in early childhood care and education with specialist training.
How do you involve parents in learning?
We provide regular online updates, two annual parents' evenings, and flexible appointment options.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
Weekly Forest School sessions and outdoor play areas support physical and sensory development.
