Hello and Welcome
to Christchurch Nursery, Folkestone
About us
Welcome to Christchurch Nursery, we are a Fully Registered Private Day Care Facility for children of all abilities. Since 1991 we have been looking after your little ones with care and professionalism.
Our last Ofsted report in November 2019 rated us as “Good” showing that we are the Nursery to entrust your most precious little persons; with 32 registered places for each session, we have the staff ratio and facilities to inspire your child to take those early steps towards learning and more importantly socialising and helping your child to grow into a happy confident young person ready to go to school and take their place in society. Our staff are qualified to help children with Special Needs should this be required, but to us, all children are special and we treat them all alike.
If you would like to discuss placing your child with us or would like more information, please do contact us and we would be delighted to help you.
Thank you, Jill Leigh
News Feed
Today is world oral health day. We role-played dentists and discussed how we brush our teeth at home. We also made our own toothbrushes, practicing our gluing and cutting skills!
Happy St Patrick's day! The children celebrated today by painting clovers, enjoying sensory rice and learning the colours of the Irish flag.
Today is world book day! The classroom is decorated with lots of books, and some of our favourites are set up and ready to read. Tiff is ready in her Thumper outfit, and I've got my gruffalo face paint on! We can't wait to see everyone's costumes 
Yesterday we celebrated pancake day! We role-played making pancakes and practiced flipping them in the pan, and then made and ate real pancakes. The children enjoyed trying some lemon juice on their pancakes!
At nursery we have been excited for spring, and have enjoyed activities with spring flowers! We made potions with flowers, fruits and herbs and used tulips in the playdough. We also have some lovely daffodils growing on the windowsill. Daffodils aren't taste safe, so make sure if your child still explores with their mouth that daffodils are placed out of reach!
Our Mission Statement
“To provide a safe and secure environment, which offers a high quality caring and educational service for all children.”
“Our provision is a fun, friendly and enjoyable place where little people can express themselves fully whatever their need, culture or religious belief.”
About us
Full time Nursery Practitioners here at the setting range from an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education to a B/A Hons in Early childhood studies.
Part-time Nursery Practitioners either hold or are working towards their NVQ Level 2 in Childcare.
Hi my name is Jill and I am the director of Christchurch Nursery. I have a BA Hon’s in early years with Early Years professional status attached and have been in the sector for 35 years.
I am proud of all the staff members and their enthusiasm towards helping our children grow and develop ready for their school transitions.
My name is Maryna and I am NVQ Level 3 qualified. I am from Ukraine where I was a qualified teacher.
I really enjoy childcare because I get to watch our children grow in confidence and gain independence which is very rewarding.
My name is Paul and I have a Foundation Degree.
I am the overall Childcare Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENCO. I have worked in the nursery for over 30 years and love what I do.
My name is Katie, I am the Deputy Manager for Christ Church Nursery.
I am working towards my level 5 Early Years Educator (foundation Degree) and I am a Designated Safeguarding Lead. I started my career as an apprentice Level 2 straight from school and love every second of my role
