Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's

St Thomas Hill, Canterbury CT2 8HU

Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's, Canterbury

St Edmund’s is an independent school on a beautiful site overlooking Canterbury.

The Woodland Nursery and Pre-Prep at St Edmund's school educates children aged from two to seven-years-old helping them flourish and become confident individuals.

The children are given exciting academic and extra-curricular opportunities.

Staff help children build the skills and confidence they need to attempt new challenges which are an essential part of their growth in the early years.

Children experience a fun, welcoming environment full of exciting, stimulating activities.

Nursery children have the chance to be involved in forest school sessions to engage with the natural world in the school’s extensive grounds.

Care Provided by Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's

Type of Service
Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

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Owner
St Edmund's School Canterbury

Person in charge
Sarah Bartholomew (Head of Woodland Nursery & Pre-Prep)

Number of Childcare Staff
4

Registered Charity Number
1056382

Total Places for Children
45

Age Range
- from 3 years 0 months
- to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times
Monday 07:30-18:00
Tuesday 07:30-18:00
Wednesday 07:30-18:00
Thursday 07:30-18:00
Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed
Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's

8.30am – 11.30am Free,
8.00am – 12.00 noon £3.49,
8.00am – 1.30pm £13.94*,
8.00am – 3.30pm £27.88*.
FEE Snapshot – In receipt of Free Early Education.

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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2023
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Overall Experience

Fantastic nursery. So engaging and our children absolutely adore their time there. We can see their confidence, vocabulary and skill set growing on a day-to-day basis. The nursery staff are kind and passionate. Regular updates on the app. Top marks all around from us.

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Review from Pippa H (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2021
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Overall Experience

St Edmunds nursery has been fantastic! My daughter has loved her time there. The staff are wonderful, the manager and her team are everything that you want in your nursery teachers - and the children love them! The feedback to us as parents is better than any other early years setting I have seen -

as parents, it’s never a question as to what they have done all week - we receive weekly emails about what’s been happening, alongside the online portal, which is a pleasure to gain an insight into their week. They hold different themes throughout the term - from volcanos to kings and queens, which my daughter thought was great (especially the dressing up part!) The children get to do so many different activities and explore the lovely grounds and the outdoor learning facilities at the school. I’m sad that my daughter will be moving on from ladybirds - it’s been a lovely, special time. Thank you!

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Review from J J (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2020
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I cannot recommend St Edmunds Nursery and Pre-Prep enough.
Since my son went there almost three years ago he has changed into a wonderfully confident little boy. There has not been one day that he has not (literally) skipped into the Ladybird class. They are learning a huge amount everyday through

play and in a fun and exciting way. He comes home talking about his teachers and friends in the most positive way and I can often almost hear his teachers voice when he tells me 'we did excellent listening today' or 'I got this sticker because my singing was fantastic'.
Although there is enough flexibility and free-play, the routine and structure really suited him and made him feel safe and confident.
I am so grateful to everyone who contributed to his wonderful experience in Ladybirds.

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Meet the Team (1)

Julia Exley

Job Title: Head of Nursery & Pre-Prep

Joined: 2013

My name is Julia Exley and I am the Head of Nursery and Pre-Prep at St Edmund’s School. I qualified as a teacher from Christ Church College Canterbury and have been teaching for over 30 years.

I came to St Edmund’s in April 2013 and along with my Headship role have taught in Year 2, year 1 and in Nursery. I am happiest when being with the children, setting up fun and interesting activities for them or exploring our beautiful grounds.

We have a great team of teachers and support staff which makes it a wonderful place to work.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's

What is the Age Range of Children that Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's accepts?

Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's Open?

Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's have capacity for?

Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's has capacity for a total of 45 Children.

How far is Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's to the centre of Canterbury?

1.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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Funding & Fees Guide for Woodland Nursery at St Edmund's