Play ♥ Learn ♥ Grow
Established 1996
Ages 3 months to 5 years
Open 8am – 6pm
Longer hours available
A nurturing start to your child’s early years
Our experienced team create a safe and welcoming place where children can develop confidence, build relationships, explore the world around them and learn through play. With a strong focus on outdoor learning and a personal home-from-home atmosphere, we want every child to feel happy, secure and valued.
We provide caring, high-quality early years education for children from 3 months to 5 years old, in a warm, friendly and stimulating environment.
Why families choose us
We are proud to offer a caring, supportive and enriching environment where children feel safe, happy and confident.
Caring, experienced staff
Our knowledgeable and dedicated team provide consistent care and support, helping children develop secure relationships and confidence.
Learning outdoors
Our large garden is an important part of nursery life, giving children opportunities to explore, investigate, be active and learn about the natural world.
A personal approach
We know our children and work closely with their families. We want parents to feel confident, involved and welcome.
Freshly prepared food
Our meals and snacks are prepared on site, with a varied four-week menu and options to accommodate individual dietary needs.
A nursery where children feel at home
At The Farningham Day Nursery we ensure that your child will be safe, happy and well cared for. Your child will be known as an individual, encouraged to develop at their own pace and surrounded by people who genuinely care about them.
We are a small and friendly nursery with a personal touch and a home-from-home feel. Our experienced team works closely with families to understand each child and provide care and learning that reflects their individual needs, interests and stage of development.
Three rooms – One caring journey
Roos
3 months – 2 years
A gentle, nurturing environment where babies can settle, develop and explore at their own pace.
Piglets
2-3 year olds
A stimulating environment where children develop independence, confidence, communication and new skills through play.
Tiggers
3-5 year olds
A rich learning environment where children develop the skills, confidence and independence they need for their next stage of learning.
Learning and Development
Learning through play
We believe children learn best when they are interested, engaged and having fun.
Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and supports children across all seven areas of learning.
Children enjoy a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities, including creative play, stories, music and movement, role play, early maths and literacy, problem solving and outdoor exploration.
Most importantly, we encourage children to explore, experiment and develop at a level that is right for them.
Outside is part of the learning
Our large garden gives children the freedom to learn in a different way.
From exploring nature and growing plants to physical play, bikes, imaginative games and discovering the seasons, our outdoor space provides endless opportunities for learning.
We also enjoy walks around the village and organise special activities and outings throughout the year.
What our families say
We are incredibly proud of the relationships we build with children and families.
“It has been wonderful to watch our child grow in confidence and develop during his time at nursery”
“We’ve been with you for over 6 years and each and every person we’ve come across has had a lasting impact on our whole family.”
“Thank you for creating such a homely and caring environment at the nursery.”
Nursery Information
Registered with Ofsted.
Setting Reference number: 2774617
Our latest Ofsted report can be viewed at The Farningham Day Nursery – Open – Find an Inspection Report – Ofsted
FD Nursery Limited t/a The Farningham Day Nursery
Company No. 15305986
Registered to accept funding for eligible 9 month, two, three and four year olds.
Come and see us
We would love to show you around, introduce you to our team and answer any questions you may have.
Viewing the nursery can be arranged by appointment – please contact us.