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
Our gingerbread playdough station!![]()
If you wanted to make some playdough at home, the recipe we use is:![]()
•2 cups plain flour![]()
•1/2 cup of salt![]()
•2 tbsp cream of tartar![]()
•2 tbsp vegetable oil![]()
•1 & 1/2 cup of boiling water![]()
•food colouring optional
Today we practiced our recycling! We had to identify what items were made of before sorting them. We discussed what happens to items that get recycled, and whether we recycle at home! ♻
Today the children tried a new way of painting- golf balls! They chose colours and added drops of paint onto the paper, then carefully added a ball. They then discovered that by moving their tray around, the ball would roll through the paint and make marks!
We made the most of the weather today and enjoyed splashing in puddles, testing to see if we got a bigger splash if we jumped from higher up! The children also enjoyed making 'soup' with the rain and the lavender, mint and thyme growing in our garden 🌿
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
