Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Wallington
Jancett Childcare has been a trusted provider of early years education and care since its founding over 50 years ago. Our ethos centres on nurturing individual children through a homely environment where play, care, and education form the foundation for lifelong learning. With a team of passionate professionals, we deliver specialist care across Baby Rooms, Family Rooms, and Pre-school Rooms for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our curriculum aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage, integrating literacy and mathematics through purposeful play. Accredited by Ofsted and partnered with the Early Years Nutrition Partnership, we maintain rigorous standards in both educational outcomes and nutritional provision.With five nurseries across Wallington, Carshalton, and Merton, we combine generational experience with continuous staff development to ensure children thrive emotionally, physically, and academically. Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through daily communication via the Parent Zone app and regular photo updates, while our facilities feature purpose-designed spaces that encourage exploration and learning.
Services
Baby Rooms
Family Rooms
Pre-school Rooms
Curriculum Development
Nutrition Services
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with over 50 years' local childcare expertise
- Ofsted-rated 'Good' for educational quality and safeguarding
- Nutritionally balanced meals prepared on-site daily
- Daily parent communication via secure photo and app updates
- Specialist rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Loving and patient staff
Nurturing environment
Excellent communication
Nutritious meals
Smooth settling-in process
Services
Baby Rooms
Our Baby Rooms cater to children aged 3-18 months with dedicated key workers ensuring secure attachments. Daily routines follow individual care plans while sensory play activities stimulate early development. Staff hold paediatric first aid qualifications and maintain a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio to guarantee personalised attention in a safe, stimulating environment.
Family Rooms
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds, Family Rooms promote social skills through structured group activities and free play. Themed learning areas develop motor skills while daily outdoor sessions encourage physical development. Staff implement individual learning journeys aligned with EYFS requirements, tracking progress in communication and problem-solving abilities.
Pre-school Rooms
Our Pre-school provision prepares children for formal schooling through literacy and numeracy-focused play. Specialist resources develop writing readiness and mathematical concepts. Qualified teachers deliver phonics sessions while collaborative projects foster teamwork and confidence in preparation for reception class transition.
Nutrition Services
Nutritionally balanced meals are prepared daily by onsite chefs following EYN Partnership guidelines. Menus feature seasonal vegetables and whole foods with allergy-friendly alternatives. Children participate in food preparation activities to develop healthy eating habits, while regular taste-testing sessions encourage adventurous eating behaviours.
Parent Communication
Daily updates through the Parent Zone app keep families informed about their child's activities. Regular parent-teacher consultations review developmental progress while photo diaries document learning milestones. Emergency contact protocols ensure immediate communication when required, maintaining transparency and trust.
People
Lisa
Customer Engagement Manager
Lisa leads family admissions and nursery tours, drawing on extensive early years sector experience to guide parents through childcare options. She ensures seamless integration of new families into the Jancett community while maintaining quality standards across all nurseries.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 3 months to 5 years through our Baby Rooms, Family Rooms, and Pre-school Rooms.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, we provide three nutritionally balanced meals daily with snacks, all prepared fresh on-site by our specialist chefs.
How do you support children's learning?
Our curriculum integrates literacy and mathematics through play-based activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
Can I visit my child during the day?
Parents are welcome to visit by prior arrangement - our open-door policy encourages family engagement in their child's development.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
All staff hold paediatric first aid qualifications with designated first aiders on-site at all times for immediate response.
What happens during staff absences?
We maintain consistent key worker assignments while cross-training staff to ensure continuity of care during any personnel changes.
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Reviews (1)
Janine Clegg
May 24, 2021
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My son has been going for 1 year nearly and I couldn't praise this nursery enough. The staff were all so encouraging and lovely when we started, Shannon and Lucy in the baby room really took the time to settle my son in and reassure me.
