Chesham nursery
Ollie Owl Chesham is a vibrant, caring nursery, within a few minutes walk of Chesham town centre and the station. We are conveniently located for the many buses running up and down Broad Street and have parking both on site and outside.
We have 5 bright and airy playrooms specially designed for children of different ages.
We also have two enclosed outside play areas—one is used for traditional physical play such as climbing and cycling as well as growing flowers and vegetables. It also has a safe and stimulating area for babies. The other is used as an outside “classroom” with spaces for getting creative and making a mess, as well as quieter areas where children can draw or read.
Secure webcams are installed in each room. Parents can be given appropriate access to these webcams which offer you a delightful insight into your child’s day at the nursery. To keep your child safe we operate a secure entrance policy, with each parent being issued a unique key fob and we also have CCTV security cameras covering the premises.
Our philosophy is to work in partnership with parents and carers as much as possible, we believe that by working together we can help your child achieve to their best potential. We welcome parents involvement in nursery life. Parents are able to drop in at any time for “stay and play” sessions and we organise fun events throughout the year which can involve the whole family!
The various Government funding entitlements are available. As a full time nursery open 51 weeks a year funding entitlements are offered on a stretched basis over 51 weeks. This is what we believe most parents require. The Government unfortunately only provides 15 & 30 hours funded entitlements term time only over 38 weeks a year. So that this can be utilised all year round for the free entitlement is reduced on pro-rata basis respectively to 11 & 22 hours per week but these funded hours are made available over the longer period of 51 weeks a year.
We also have limited availability to offer 2 year old funding for eligible children whose parents receive additional Government support.
Items like food and nappies, wipes and creams are regretfully not included in a Government funded day. We firmly believe these items are essential to a full day’s professional Early Years care. We set out in our admissions policy the optional charges we make for these essential items when parents utilise their Government funding entitlement.
A ”Key carer” will be chosen from our team of dedicated and experienced staff who will oversee your child’s learning and development with unique activities which best suit the way your child learns.
Meals are cooked using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with menus created by our qualified chef who is trained in child nutrition.
We are proud to have received a 5 star food hygiene rating in recognition of our high standards.
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01494 778767
nursery@ollieowl.co.uk
92-94 Broad Street, Chesham, HP5 3ED
Meet Chesham's management team
Zsuzsanna – Nursery Manager
Hello, my name is Zsuzsanna, and I am the nursery manager at Ollie Owl’s, where I have proudly worked for over five years. As a mother of a child at Ollie Owl, I have a deep understanding of the experiences & desires of parents trusting their children to our care. I am passionate about providing high-quality childcare and Education. I completed my BA (Hons) in Early Years in 2017. I have extensive experience in early years education, having held various roles within nurseries. Additionally, I serve as the Designated Safeguarding Officer. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time in the great outdoors with my family and participating in trail running.
Alice – Deputy Manager
Hello, my name is Alice. I am the Deputy Manager and Health and Safety Officer of the Chesham nursery with 14 years of experience in childcare, during which I have worked in various roles within nurseries. I hold a Level 3 qualification in the Children and Young People’s Workforce, which I effectively apply in my practice. I am passionate about fostering the development of both staff and children, helping them to reach their full potential. In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors and spending quality time with friends and family. I am also a Designated Safeguarding officer.
Chloe – Deputy Manager
Hello, my name is Chloe, and I am the Room Leader, as well as the third-in-charge. I am also SENCO for the nursery. I’ve been a part of this establishment for nearly 10 years. I have a delightful daughter who attends Ollie Owls, and she truly enjoys her time here, exploring and socialising with her peers. I am passionate about children’s learning and development during their time in my care, and I also provide support for children with special educational needs. I take great pleasure in enhancing the preschool room, creating opportunities for children to explore and learn. In my spare time, I love spending time with my family and going on adventurous outings and holidays.
Amisha – Manager
Hello, my name is Amisha. I am the area manager of both branches. I have been with Ollie Owl since 2018 starting as the Manager of the Chesham nursery. I have overall responsibility for the Ollie Owl’s curriculum, SEND and inclusion and the learning environments, funding entitlements applications as well oversight of both settings. Both my children have learned and grown at Ollie Owl setting them up to successfully continue their education now that they moved on to primary school. I have nearly 20 years’ experience in professional early years care and prior to moving to the area I have managed settings in both Harrow & Perivale and I have been the Reception Teacher and Year Lead in a Primary school, taking this knowledge to embed school readiness. I am also the Lead Designated Safeguarding officer.
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