Business Details
33 Years
experience
Exceptional Childcare Services in Surrey & Surrounding Areas
Cherry Childcare was established in 1993 and has grown into a respected independent group operating 11 nurseries across Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Our dedicated team of early years practitioners and educators prioritise active learning through purposeful play, ensuring children aged 0-5 receive a stimulating, safe environment to develop foundational skills. With a focus on collaboration and empowerment, we maintain 5-star rated kitchens, extensive training resources, and a parent partnership approach to keep families informed about their child's learning journey.Our nurseries consistently achieve high Ofsted ratings, reflecting our commitment to quality childcare and early years education. We operate 51 weeks a year, offering flexible hours to support working parents while maintaining rigorous safeguarding standards. Our values of belonging, respect, and achievement underpin every aspect of our service delivery.
Services
Day Nursery
Pre-school
Nutritious Meals
Parent Zone
Career Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Established in 1993 with 11 nurseries across four counties
- Ofsted-rated 'Good' and 'Outstanding' facilities
- Parent Zone for real-time learning journey updates
- 51-week annual operation with flexible hours
- 5-star rated kitchens providing nutritious meals
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Just brilliant
Fantastic facilities
Loved it
Exceptional staff
Enjoy looking after
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nurseries provide structured care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Each Ofsted-registered facility offers sleep rooms, dedicated baby gardens, and purpose-built play areas. Our practitioners follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum through active learning methods.
Pre-school
Pre-school programs focus on school readiness through purposeful play activities. Children develop social, cognitive, and motor skills in preparation for formal education, following individual learning plans monitored through our Parent Zone system.
Nutritious Meals
All meals are freshly prepared on-site by qualified chefs. Menus feature balanced nutrition with protein-rich dishes rotating over four-week cycles, including vegetarian options and dietary adaptations for special requirements.
Parent Zone
Our digital Parent Zone provides 24/7 access to child development records, daily activity logs, and account management tools. Parents receive regular updates about learning milestones and nursery events through this secure platform.
Career Opportunities
We offer childcare career pathways from trainee positions to leadership roles. Staff receive CACHE qualification support, continuous professional development, and access to apprenticeship programs across our 11 nursery locations.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years across all our nurseries.
Are meals included in the fees?
Yes, our 5-star rated kitchens provide nutritious breakfast, hot lunch, tea, and snacks daily.
How do you update parents about child development?
Our Parent Zone platform provides real-time updates on learning journeys, daily activities, and account information.
What are your operating hours?
Nurseries operate between 7:30am-6:30pm with variations per location, open 51 weeks annually.
Do you offer flexible funding options?
Yes, we provide flexible funding arrangements including school-hour packages and term-time only options.
