Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Bedford
Established to provide exceptional childcare, Jumping Jacks Childcare offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged six weeks to five years. Our dedicated team of qualified professionals prioritises individual care, ensuring each child's development is supported through tailored activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. With a focus on creating a 'home from home' atmosphere, we maintain low staff-to-child ratios to foster meaningful relationships and consistent routines. Our OFSTED-registered nursery combines structured learning with free-flow play, allowing children to explore at their own pace while developing essential life skills.Parental involvement is actively encouraged through regular progress updates and collaborative workshops. The nursery's facilities include a self-contained baby unit, spacious play areas, and a dedicated outdoor space. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our 2022 OFSTED report and longstanding membership with the National Day Nurseries Association. Nutritional meals are prepared daily by our in-house chef using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The leadership team brings decades of combined experience in early years education and continuous improvement methodologies. We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards and provide specialised support for children with additional needs.
Services
Baby Unit
Toddler Care
Preschool
Parent Workshops
OFSTED-Registered
Highlights and features
- Qualified staff with Early Years Teacher Status
- OFSTED-registered with outstanding inspection reports
- Personalised care with 1:3 baby-to-staff ratio
- Structured EYFS curriculum with free-flow methodology
- On-site chef providing nutritious, vegetarian meals
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- National Day Nurseries Association
What people say
Staff are friendly
Happy environment
Children love it
Development improvements
Nutritious meals
Services
Baby Unit
Our dedicated baby unit provides individualised care for infants aged six weeks to two years. With a 1:3 staff ratio, we maintain consistent routines for feeding and sleeping while encouraging sensory development through age-appropriate activities. Each baby has a designated key worker to ensure personalised attention and regular parental updates through daily logs and face-to-face communication.
Toddler Care
For children aged two to three years, our toddler provision combines free-flow play with structured learning. The curriculum focuses on communication development, motor skills, and social interaction through themed activities and outdoor exploration. Staff maintain a 1:5 ratio to support individual learning journeys while encouraging independence in a safe environment.
Preschool
Our preschool programme prepares children for school through play-based learning aligned with EYFS standards. With a 1:8 staff ratio, we develop literacy, numeracy, and creative skills through interactive projects. Daily activities include role-play, construction, and outdoor learning, with regular progress reports shared with parents to track developmental milestones.
Parent Workshops
We offer regular workshops to strengthen parent-professional partnerships. Sessions cover child development stages, home learning activities, and transition support. These interactive meetings provide opportunities for feedback and collaborative planning to ensure continuity between nursery and home environments.
OFSTED-Registered
As an OFSTED-registered nursery, we maintain rigorous quality standards through regular inspections. Our 2022 report highlighted outstanding provision, with particular praise for staff expertise and child-centred approach. Compliance with EYFS framework ensures structured learning while maintaining flexibility for individual needs and interests.
People
Shanaka Katuwawala
Managing Director
Early Years Teacher with 15+ years' experience in education and childcare leadership. Former secondary school teacher and continuous improvement specialist. Holds EYTS and focuses on research-driven nursery enhancements.
Sarah Tamburrini
Operations Director
Founder with 30+ years' nursery management experience. NNEB-qualified and holds Early Years degree. Provides strategic leadership and staff mentoring while maintaining hands-on involvement in daily operations.
Charlotte Wright
Manager
Nursery practitioner for 18 years with specialist SENCO training. Former residential children's home deputy manager. Focuses on creating positive impacts through tailored childcare approaches and team development.
Emma Wignell
Deputy Manager
Qualified nursery nurse with 12 years' experience at Jumping Jacks Childcare. Special Educational Needs Coordinator with expertise in creating outstanding childcare environments through team collaboration and innovative practices.
Hayley Dixon
Baby Room Lead
Childcare professional with 30+ years' experience, including nursery management. Brings extensive knowledge of infant development and early years education to lead our baby unit provision.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from six weeks to five years, with dedicated baby unit, toddler, and preschool provisions.
Are your staff qualified?
All senior staff hold Early Years Teacher Status or equivalent qualifications with regular safeguarding training.
Is your nursery OFSTED registered?
Yes, we're OFSTED-registered with an outstanding 2022 inspection report and follow EYFS framework.
What about meals and dietary requirements?
Our chef prepares vegetarian meals daily using seasonal ingredients with options for common dietary requirements.
How do you communicate with parents?
Daily updates through key workers, termly learning journey folders, and regular parent workshops.
Can I visit before enrolling?
We encourage pre-enrolment visits to tour facilities and discuss your child's specific care requirements.
