Open 7.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, excluding inset days and public holidays, we offer a fully inclusive service.
Our nursery provides excellent care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
The warm and welcoming environment at Brinds Well Day Nursery ensures that your child’s individual needs are prioritised and their interests nurtured.
Our bespoke curriculum embeds the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework which enables individual planning for every child, extending on their individual interests, and is delivered by our highly trained and knowledgeable colleagues.
All children have daily access to our fantastic garden as we fully recognise the impact that being outdoors has on a child’s social, emotional and physical development.
For extra-curricular activities, we currently offer Pro-stars every Wednesday for our preschool children. Additionally, every Friday, our Caterpillars, Ladybirds, and Bumblebees enjoy Mandarin singing sessions, led by a dedicated music teacher. He customizes each session to align with the children’s current interests.
We are located close to the train station and have an onsite car park available for drop off and collection for families.
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.
Hawstead Lane, Orpington BR6 7PH
Hello, I am Vanessa and I am the Manager of Brinds Well Day Nursery.
I have worked in the Early Years sector since 2008 and have been part of Childbase since 2012. Throughout my career, I have gained a range of qualifications, including Level 2 and Level 3 in Childcare, a Level 5 in Leadership and Management, and a Level 5 in Operational Management.
If you have any questions about the nursery please do not hesitate to contact me at any point.
Vanessa Watkins – Nursery Manager
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.
Brinds Well Day Nursery is open Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:30pm. These hours are designed to support working families who need full-day childcare. The nursery is closed on weekends, bank holidays, and staff training days.
Our nursery in Chelsfield provides childcare for children from 6 weeks up to 5 years of age. This allows us to support children through every stage of early development, from infancy through to pre-school.
Brinds Well prides itself on excellent outdoor facilities. The spacious grounds include a well-equipped playground, allowing children to explore, be active, and develop physically. The nursery also has a dedicated gardening area where children can learn about nature, grow produce, and observe seasonal changes. This hands-on outdoor learning fosters their curiosity and understanding of the natural world. Additionally, a covered outdoor area enables children to enjoy activities and exploration even in poor weather, from arts and crafts to storytelling and music. Brinds Well’s commitment to quality outdoor play and learning is central to its holistic early years’ education.
At our nursery in Orpington, children’s safety is supported through clear safeguarding procedures and strong health and safety practices. The nursery works in line with Childbase Partnership’s central Health & Safety team, alongside trained staff on site, to ensure children are cared for in a secure and well-managed environment throughout the day.
Learning at our nursery in Orpington is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Children are supported through a mix of structured learning and play-based experiences, with activities planned around their interests and individual development needs.
