Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Newport
Established in 1989, Norfolk House Nursery is Newport's longest-running nursery, offering a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0 to 5. Our Victorian buildings provide a homely atmosphere where children learn through play, guided by the Welsh Early Years Curriculum. We prioritise tailored care across age-specific rooms, ensuring each child's emotional, social, and cognitive development. Our team of qualified professionals fosters independence, creativity, and school readiness while maintaining strong partnerships with families. Accredited by the Care Inspectorate Wales, we combine structured learning with exploration to prepare children for primary education.Located at the junction of Caerau Road and Caerau Crescent, we offer flexible funding options including tax-free childcare payments. With dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, we create a 'home away from home' where children thrive through sensory play, language development, and social interaction. Our commitment to the Welsh Curriculum's four purposes ensures children grow into confident, capable learners ready to embrace future challenges.
Services
Babies Room
Little Tots Room
Toddlers Room
Pre-School Room
Welsh Curriculum Programme
Nursery Gallery
Parent Feedback System
Flying Start Funding
Tax-Free Childcare
Nutrition Programme
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Tailored age-specific rooms for optimal child development
- Experienced team implementing the Welsh Curriculum framework
- Proven track record preparing children for primary education
- Secure, purpose-built Victorian premises with dedicated learning spaces
- Flexible funding options including tax-free childcare payments
Associations and certifications
- Care Inspectorate Wales
What people say
Caring staff
Safe environment
Excellent preparation
Engaging activities
Strong curriculum
Services
Babies Room
Our dedicated baby room provides sensory-rich experiences for infants aged 6 weeks onwards. With individual cots, daily bedding changes, and specially selected toys, we focus on early development through tactile play and responsive caregiving. Staff support individual routines while encouraging movement and sensory stimulation in a calm, nurturing environment.
Little Tots Room
Designed for mobile children, these rooms foster coordination and social skills through exploration. Activities promote language development and imaginative play while encouraging independence. Staff guide discovery through safe, engaging spaces that adapt to children's growing confidence and curiosity.
Pre-School Room
Our pre-school programme prepares children for primary education using the Welsh Curriculum. Structured learning combines with play-based activities to develop critical thinking and independence. Staff focus on literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving while maintaining the joy of learning through interactive experiences tailored to school transition needs.
Welsh Curriculum Programme
We implement the Welsh Curriculum's four purposes through five developmental pathways. Children become ambitious learners, creative contributors, and confident individuals through exploration, communication, and physical development activities. Our approach embeds ethical awareness and well-being into daily learning experiences aligned with national educational standards.
Nutrition Programme
Daily prepared meals follow balanced nutritional guidelines while educating children about food origins. Menus incorporate seasonal ingredients and encourage children to explore cooking processes. Special dietary requirements are accommodated while fostering positive eating habits that support physical development and healthy lifestyle choices.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years through our age-specific rooms and tailored programmes.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our pre-school programme follows the Welsh Curriculum, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social skills through structured play and exploration.
Are meals included in the fees?
Children receiving Childcare Offer funding pay £2 per meal, while other children receive meals at no extra charge.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team consists of highly qualified professionals with expertise in early years education and childcare.
Do you offer flexible session options?
We provide full-week, full-day, morning, and afternoon sessions to accommodate different family needs.
How can parents provide feedback?
Anonymous feedback can be submitted through our website to help us maintain our high standards of care.
