Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Years Education in Chatham
Bridgewood Day Nursery has been dedicated to providing quality childcare since its establishment in 2001. Our vision focuses on creating a high-quality early years provision where every child receives individualised care and education. We believe in nurturing children's potential through play-based learning, offering exploratory experiences that encourage creativity and social interaction. Our team of seven qualified early years professionals ensures continuity of care, supported by ongoing training in essential areas like first aid and child protection. We prioritise partnerships with parents, using key person systems and shared learning journeys to support each child's development.Our facilities cater to children aged 3 months to 5 years across specially designed age-appropriate spaces. We maintain a strong commitment to health and safety, with all staff CRB checked and meals prepared fresh daily to meet dietary needs. Our approach aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, promoting learning through play across all seven developmental areas. We operate Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm in a secure, residential setting with convenient parking options. Our nursery philosophy recognises each child's uniqueness, encouraging independent decision-making within a supportive environment.
Services
Childcare
Early Years Education
Play-Based Learning
Healthy Meals
Parent Partnership
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Established in 2001 with proven childcare expertise
- Seven qualified early years professionals with low staff turnover
- Play-based learning aligned with EYFS framework
- Daily fresh-cooked meals meeting individual dietary needs
- Strong parent partnership through key person system
Services
Childcare
Providing quality care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a safe, home-from-home environment. Our experienced team supports children's development through structured play and learning activities. Services operate Monday to Friday 8am-6pm in a secure residential setting with dedicated age-specific facilities.
Early Years Education
Delivering Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum through play-based learning. Covers all seven areas of development including communication, physical skills, and creative arts. Qualified staff create individualised learning journeys to track each child's progress and achievements.
Play-Based Learning
Encouraging child-led exploration and creativity through hands-on activities. Practitioners support social interaction and independent decision-making while meeting educational framework requirements. Facilities include age-specific rooms designed to stimulate different developmental aspects.
Healthy Meals
Preparing fresh, balanced meals daily with consideration for dietary requirements. Menu includes breakfast, snacks, and lunch with appropriate nutritional balance. Special dietary needs accommodated with alternative options available upon request.
Parent Partnership
Maintaining open communication through key person system and shared learning journeys. Providing resources for home learning support and regular updates on child's development. Encouraging parental involvement in creating educational experiences for their children.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children from 3 months to 5 years old across our specially designed age-specific facilities.
Are your staff qualified?
All seven of our staff members hold Early Years qualifications and receive ongoing training in essential areas like first aid and child protection.
How do you handle dietary requirements?
We prepare fresh meals daily and accommodate special dietary needs with alternative options available when notified in advance.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm with secure drop-off and pick-up parking available.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through key person systems and shared learning journeys, encouraging parental involvement in their child's development.
Reviews (3)
Joe Hamand
Sep 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Thank you for your support. we are all please with the service you provide
Thank you for your support. we are all please with the service you provide
Joanna Wasilewska
Dec 18, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Very Friendly, Professional, Very good communication. Such a great place for my little son. Thank you Bridgewood Day Nursery
Very Friendly, Professional, Very good communication. Such a great place for my little son. Thank you Bridgewood Day Nursery
Eniola
Oct 28, 2020
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Critical:Communication,Professionalism
Very poor communication regarding places. No response to online enquiries. I understand the coronavirus changes things but it's been the same answer for two years - "call back in January". Also very abrupt on the telephone. Don't waste your time.
Very poor communication regarding places. No response to online enquiries. I understand the coronavirus changes things but it's been the same answer for two years - "call back in January". Also very abrupt on the telephone. Don't waste your time.