Our dedicated team in each room specialises in supporting children at every stage of their development. We take the time to really get to know your child, their routines, preferences, and unique personality.
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Wantage Nursery & Preschool
Wantage Nursery & Preschool has been providing exceptional childcare for many years and has earned a strong reputation for high-quality early years education.
The nursery is known for its warm, caring team and welcoming learning environment where children feel happy, supported, and eager to explore each day.
Our Nursery
Our Preschool
Our Preschool welcomes children from age 3 until they start school. At this stage, we gently introduce more structure into their day and support them in developing the confidence and independence they need for a smooth, happy transition to big school.
Nutritious and Healthy Food
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Our chef prepares fresh, home-cooked meals every day, healthy, tasty dishes that children absolutely love! Even our fussy eaters enjoy exploring new flavours.
We introduce a variety of foods from different cultures, including family favourites like fish pie and mild curries.
Food preferences and intolerances are always carefully accommodated.
We also support local producers by sourcing most of our fresh ingredients from local greengrocers.
Learning and Development
Our team truly love what they do, and this warmth shines through in the care and learning experiences we provide every day. Each child has their own Key Person who observes their play, understands their interests, and plans engaging activities that help them grow with confidence.
Our Wantage setting is thoughtfully designed to support children at every stage, offering:
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A large, varied and well-equipped garden
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A fantastic all-weather indoor play space
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Bright, stimulating rooms tailored to each age group
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A wide range of toys, learning materials and imaginative play opportunities
Children have the space and freedom to explore, discover and learn through active, creative play — both indoors and outdoors, every single day.
Funding
30 hours funded childcare
Most working parents may be eligible for up to 30 hours of funded childcare per week for children aged from 9 months through to 4 years old. Eligibility depends on employment status, income levels, your child’s age and where you live.
Funding is normally provided across the 38 week school year. At Wantage Nursery and Preschool we offer the option to stretch funding across 52 weeks of the year, allowing families to spread their funded hours more evenly.
Check eligibility at: gov.uk
15 hours funded childcare
All parents are entitled to 15 hours of funded childcare for children aged 3 and 4 years old from the term after their third birthday.
Many working parents may also qualify for Tax-Free Childcare, which can help families save up to £2,000 per year.
Check eligibility at: gov.uk
Book early
Our spaces fill very quickly, so we recommend you enquire as early as possible to secure the sessions and start date you require.
