Open 7.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday / Fully inclusive service
Our nursery provides excellent care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
At Woodlands Day Nursery in Barnet children’s days are packed full of activities designed in line with EYFS principles and implemented by our highly trained and knowledgeable staff.
Our fantastic, large outdoor space is packed full of features specially designed to nurture children’s imaginations. All of the children in our nursery have daily access to this wonderful space and experience age appropriate activities.
Whether it’s learning about the natural world in our bug shed or building imaginations in the play house, there is something inspiring happening in the garden every day, at Woodlands Day Nursery.
Our fees include all activities, formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared, and nutritionally-balanced meals and snacks throughout the day.
We use Sing and Sign and run Boogie Mites sessions throughout the week for all age groups.
As an eco-nursery and accredited Green Flag Award holder, we are committed to sustainability and environmental education. Our children take part in a year-round curriculum of green activities, including recycling projects, growing and caring for seasonal vegetables, nature exploration, and learning how to protect the world around them.
Additionally, parents will have ‘free to use’ access to our exclusive parent website and App – childbase@home – offering a full range of bespoke books, on-line experiences and parent workshops and masterclasses run by industry professionals including SEND, behaviour management, first aid and speech & language.
1/3 Orchard Rd, Barnet EN5 2HL
Thank you for your interest in our nursery.
I have been the Manager at Woodlands for 7 years and have worked in the Early Years sector since 1999. I have worked for Childbase Partnership since 2001.
If you have any questions about the nursery please do not hesitate to contact me at any point.
Melina Koulakis – Manager
Our nursery provides a safe and welcoming environment for children and families. Our indoor spaces and garden areas provide children with opportunities to explore, play and enjoy time outside as part of their daily routine.
Our Caterpillar room is for our youngest children. Each child is supported by a dedicated Key Person who builds a strong bond with both you and your child. They provide consistency and familiarity throughout the day, helping to follow your child’s home routine as closely as possible. We also begin to support early language, understanding and social development.
In our Ladybird room, we focus on developing children’s language, social and physical skills. As language grows quickly at this stage, we work closely with you to support this both at home and in nursery. We also encourage independence and help children to make their own choices with confidence.
In our Bumblebees room, we focus on developing children’s language, social and physical skills. We encourage children to explore, investigate and learn through play, while building their confidence to do things for themselves. With the support of their Key Person, children develop independence, self-help skills, vocabulary and early thinking skills in a nurturing environment.
In Preschool , we focus on building children’s independence, self-care and self-esteem. We continue to develop language, communication and vocabulary, while supporting learning through play. Through our Ready, Steady, Grow programme, children are prepared for school with early phonics and more structured small group learning.
If the place you require is available, we will confirm this in writing and provide you with a registration form to complete. At this stage, we will also request a non-refundable £50 administration fee and 50% of the first month’s fees. Flexible payment options are available and we would be happy to discuss these with you.
If a place is not currently available, we will add your child to our waiting list and keep you informed of any changes.
As your child’s start date approaches, we will arrange settling-in sessions. These sessions give you and your child the opportunity to meet their Key Person and spend time together in their room, helping your child feel comfortable and confident in their new environment. They also allow us to get to know your family and ensure we can provide the best possible care.
If you have any questions at any point, or would like to arrange a nursery tour if you haven’t already, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The nursery’s curriculum supports children’s holistic development by providing a balanced program that addresses their physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language needs through a variety of engaging activities and learning experiences.
The educators at Woodlands possess various qualifications, including early childhood education degrees, teaching certifications, and extensive experience working with young children. They are dedicated professionals passionate about nurturing the growth and development of each child in their care.
The nursery caters to each child’s unique needs and interests by offering a flexible, child-centered approach that allows for individualised attention and tailored learning opportunities. Colleagues work closely with parents to understand each child’s unique strengths, challenges, and preferences and then adapt the curriculum and activities accordingly.
The nursery’s commitment to safety and hygiene provides parents peace of mind by ensuring the environment is clean, well-maintained, and equipped with the necessary safety features and protocols. This includes regular cleaning, strict hygiene practices, and comprehensive emergency and security measures.
Woodlands Day Nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities designed to support children’s holistic development. These include spacious and well-equipped classrooms, a large outdoor play area, a dedicated art and music room, and a range of age-appropriate learning resources and equipment.
Parents can enrol their child at the Woodlands Day Nursery by contacting the nursery directly by phone, email, or website. The enrolment process typically involves a tour of the facilities, speaking to colleagues and completing the necessary paperwork and registration forms.
The benefits of choosing Woodlands Day Nursery for a child’s early years education include a nurturing and stimulating environment, a well-rounded curriculum that supports holistic development, highly qualified and experienced educators, a focus on individualised attention and care, and a commitment to safety, hygiene, and parental involvement.
