Wolfson College Day Nursery

Wolfson College, Linton Road, Oxford OX2 6UD
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The Wolfson College Day Nursery is based within the College grounds in North Oxford and is available to all members of the community, including those not associated with the University. It aims to provide a safe and stimulating educational environment in which children can develop their knowledge and skills at their own pace. The setting aspires to produce happy, well-adjusted and confident children by working in close partnership with parents.

The nursery believes in creating a ‘home away from home’ for children and families. Staff believe that by providing children with an environment where they feel safe, secure and supported they will be confident enough to explore the world around them and learn naturally through this exploration.

They acknowledge the critical importance of children, parents and staff as partners in a learning community that promotes the wellbeing, education and development of all children.

They encourage family and parent participation and believe this is a key part of running a successful childcare programme. Play is an important part of a child’s development. Through play children learn about the world around them and it is, therefore, important to understand how valuable toys and play are in the development of the child.

The key-person system ensures consistency of care and a two-way partnership between parents and carer.

Oxfordshire provides a choice of nurseries, but few can offer an environment nestled between Summertown and the city centre, in the heart of a peaceful College environment.

The nursery prides itself on being self-reflective and working alongside educators and parents to create a ‘Continuous Improvement Plan’.

This plan is reviewed quarterly and updated where applicable. It allows the nursery practices to stay relevant and developing to coincide with industry developing to coincide with industry developments and any regulation or legislation changes.

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Care Provided by Wolfson College Day Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Wolfson College, Oxford
  • Person in charge
  • Chantal Griffiths (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 7
  • Total Places for Children
  • 25
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:30-17:30
    Tuesday 08:30-17:30
    Wednesday 08:30-17:30
    Thursday 08:30-17:30
    Friday 08:30-17:30
  • When Closed
  • 2 weeks in August & 1.5 weeks at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Wolfson College Day Nursery

  • Starting from £61.35 per day
  • Parking

  • On site free parking


Wolfson College Day Nursery Reviews (21)

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Wolfson College Day Nursery has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.822) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Wolfson College Day Nursery has 21 reviews.

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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter began attending Wolfson Day Nursery as a two-year-old, and our son as a one-year-old. They absolutely love it (and no longer even bother saying goodbye at the door). The staff are incredibly experienced, including paediatric first aid training, and welcoming. It feels more like a family
than a nursery, and they tailor their approaches and advice to each individual child. For example, one of our kids struggles with certain pronunciations and has some anxiety around toileting. They have worked with us on a plan to tackle both challenges in and outside of nursery to give the child consistent messaging. They keep track of our children's progress and learning, and flag anything that may come up in a gentle and constructive way. The staff take the kids on lovely and active outings, and parents get daily updates, photos, and individual observations. We're so grateful to have found such an excellent and nurturing nursery in the heart of the city!

Reply from Chantal Griffiths, Nursery Manager at Wolfson College Day Nursery

Thank you for your kind words, we really do appreciate you sharing positive feedback for others to read.


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Review from H D (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son joined Wolfson Nursery in January 2021 as a one-year-old and has flourished with the exemplary care, love, and education offered there. The excellent staff keep us regularly updated, provide engaging and fun learning and play activities and make the nursery a really enjoyable place. We didn't
hesitate to send our daughter there when she turned one, and she loves it too.

Reply from Chantal Griffiths, Nursery Manager at Wolfson College Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, we really appreciate it!


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Wolfson Day Nursery when he was 8 months old, the team were very helpful and supportive in getting him settled. He loves going to nursery, and very quickly he went from crying when we left to walking off without saying bye or hugging us. We both love seeing his daily activities & the
fun times he is having in the nursery with photos & updates of when and what he eats throughout the day.
The staff also caters to each child and what they need for the day which helps us feel more at ease knowing that he will get the care that he needs especially with all the constant developmental changes that they go through.


Overall we would recommend Wolfson Day Nursery, the staff are very kind and lovely plus the facilities are great for the children.


Reply from Chantal, Nursery Manager at Wolfson College Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, we really appreciate it!


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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son and daughter both started at Wolfson Nursery in early 2021, we choose the nursery because of all the green space and how small and intimate it seemed. We have never regretted our decision. Our son graduated and is now at a great school that he loves and it is all thanks to Wolfson. He loved his
time there and was always eager to go. My daughter is still there and every morning she is eager to attend and always comes back happy. We are extremely pleased with their nursery experience!

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Review from Elisabeth W (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We chose Wolfson College Day Nursery when our son was ten months because of the many green spaces and play space offered to the children. Within the college ground, they have the use of a covered play garden, a playground, the college sports fields, an allotment for the nursery, several college gardens,
and many more spaces to explore. We love the fact that the children are often outside and are able to discover nature (including ducks, herons, squirrels...) in a safe environment.
Over the past two and a half years of our son attending Wolfson nursery, the place has felt like an extended family, where staff genuinely care for the children and parents are considered close partners whose opinions are listened to. Children are encouraged to ask questions and communicate, and the staff plan activities around what their current interests are. Our son is always happy to attend and loves his nursery.
I would recommend Wolfson nursery to any parent I meet.

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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son (aged 3) and daughter (aged 18mo) attended Wolfson Day Nursery from Summer 2020.
I would highly recommend this established daycare provision. The nursery is well managed and the staff are very caring. It is a small setting with a family atmosphere. The nursery is set in the college grounds
so there are plenty of green spaces for the children to enjoy including a small playground. There is a relaxed emphasis on learning through play and the children enjoy a variety of activities. Feedback for parents is provided via the online tool, which provides a great insight into the daily care routine. Our children loved their time at Wolfson!

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Review from L J (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at Wolfson since she was 11 months old and has loved it from day one. I think this is largely due to the friendly, inclusive and relaxed atmosphere created by all the staff. She has formed a particularly strong bond with her key person, but the relatively small number of children
means that all the staff seem to genuinely know and care about her. The nursery just seems completely child-centred, which is all we could have asked for. It is lovely that the children get to play outdoors so much and are frequently taken to explore the college grounds, to see the ducks, play on the playground or visit the allotment. They always seem to be doing new activities, whether it be painting, playing in sand or water, or learning about a festival or event, through themed play. Our daughter has really developed in confidence since she started at nursery and we have been really impressed by how the staff have tailored activities to help her develop, whatever she is focussed on.

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Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My now three-year-old daughter has attended the Wolfson College Nursery since she was 8 months old, and I can thoroughly recommend this nursery. I am particularly impressed with the nursery staff, who collectively create a warm, caring, and fun atmosphere. Thanks to the relatively small number of children
and a key worker system, the staff is very attuned to each child's character and needs, and build strong relationships with the children. My daughter's key worker, in particular, is an important and much-loved figure in her life. The nursery is attended by many international children (often of academic parents) and the nursery does a fantastic job in celebrating this diversity (e.g. talking about the different languages spoken by the children, celebrating various holidays). My own daughter has grown up bilingually and has primarily learned English at the nursery. The nursery space itself is relatively small, but the children have access to the vast and beautiful college grounds.

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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely adores going to Wolfson College Nursery. We actually increased the number of days a week she goes there because she enjoys it so much. The staff are brilliant, very attentive and caring. They keep the children busy with lots of fun games and plenty of time spent outside, when
possible. We get a rundown of the day when we pick her up, which is lovely and means that we can incorporate some of her favourite activities at home as well. We’ve also appreciated the staff sensitivity to our worries as first-time parents; they made a conscious effort to keep us informed about any developments in the areas we were worried about. We also have a regular meeting where we can discuss our daughter’s progress and development.

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Review from T V (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I thoroughly recommend Wolfson College nursery. My children started around the age of 8 months, and although each has a very different personality both have thrived there. The small scale and child-led approach have, I believe, led them as individuals to develop more in their own timing, nurtured by
very warm, genuinely caring and friendly staff. And while the inside space may not be the largest, the contents are thoughtfully configured (internal arrangements regularly revised) and the willingness to get outdoors into the extensive college grounds, whatever the weather, is very much appreciated. The introduction of ‘free flow’ periods during the day has also been very positive as far as my two are concerned. Finally, it’s worth adding that as such a longstanding part of the college, the nursery has, I think, helped give my children the sense of being integrated into a wider, vibrant and dynamic community, as well as confidence when encountering people of different ages and backgrounds.

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Review from Angus (Father of Child) published on 28 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff are exceptional with the children; patient, affectionate and attentive. They always put a smile on my face at drop off and pick up and I feel assured my son is being taken great care of.


The nursery benefits from excellent space, both outside (the grounds to the college) and its

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Review from E H (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Wolfson College Day Nursery is a small and friendly space. Its particular strength is the excellent team that really cares for the children. Because it is so small, the kids know each other and many also live next door in the College. While the facilities might be a bit small, Wolfson features wonderful
outdoor spaces, extensive gardens, a playground, meadows and a sports field which the nursery uses besides their 'muddy garden'. My son is very happy there and I know he's in good hands.

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Review from R M (Father of Child) published on 18 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are excellent at caring for the children. They happily provide detailed feedback on progress, routines, and daily activities, and are keen to make the children as happy as possible while looking out for their educational and well-being needs at all times. We and our child could not be happier!

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Review from Georgina W (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Wolfson Day Nursery when he was nine-months-old. All the team were very helpful and supportive in getting him settled, and they were also very patient with me!
My son has his own key worker and she seems very caring. The whole team help out and do different things and are all very
friendly.
The day is structured well with slots for play, lunch, sleep etc, which helps break up such a long day for young children.
The staff are very engaged with the children, and they seem to have good staff structure and support that ensures they all get a break and help when needed.
The nursery always appears to be a very happy and a calm place, with great play spaces, facilities and activities for the children.
Great communication from the key worker at the end of the day, how he was, sleep times, meals, milestones etc.
Overall, they are all very supportive, helpful and kind.

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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wolfson Nursery is a wonderful place for your child to spend his/her days. My son has been attending the nursery since he was six-months-old, and he loves it. With the child-centred approach and the unconditional love of the staff, he is happy, learn new things and develop new skills. The children have
the freedom to run around, explore and be themselves.
The Wolfson College grounds is a green area you wouldn't find anywhere else and offers endless opportunities for exploration and physical activity.
To top it all; the nursery staff are friendly, approachable and always happy to discuss and give personal advice.
I would highly recommend the Wolfson Nursery to anyone.

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Review from Claire H (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves going to nursery and has done since he started at Wolfson. He started when he was 9.5 months for two days and went up to three days recently. Out of all of my friend's experience in nurseries, this one is the best. It is like a family and his key worker really cares for him and is as happy
as us when he meets milestones. There is great communication with parents and as he has made some great friends. The facilities are great too and they let them have free play with access to the outside garden. They also can access the college grounds and have good food provided. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. The staff are much more engaged than other nurseries we visited and they don't look too tired after a day with the children.

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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We started the nursery at a difficult time in our family life.
My son was 13 months.
The nursery, management and staff were remarkably supportive, helpful and kind.
The professionalism of the staff along with their commitment made the experience so much easier.

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Review from Liz F (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son is always excited to go to school, always. What I have been particularly struck with in the last month, is how responsive the teachers are to the interests of individual students. For example, our son has been interested in the solar system since before Christmas, and this is now a focal point
area in one of the rooms. This made him feel pretty awesome. I love this responsiveness to and total engagement with each kid. The feeling in school is always fun and dynamic. I also love that the staff are organising trips, such as the one to the museum and to the Theatre. I realise how much additional hard work this must be, but it's amazing for the kids and they seem to get so much out of it. Thank you!

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Review from Rahul T (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I like the atmosphere of the nursery very much. My daughter loves to go there and I am delighted to say, she enjoys her stay in the Wolfson College Nursery.

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Review from Andréia L (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm really happy with the nursery! All staff are professional and kind. They really take good care about my daughter. I love the trips they make with the kids and also the plays and activities. My daughter learns many things every day. When she went to the nursery for the first weeks she cried a lot
because we have been moving from another country that she missed so much. But now she doesn't want to miss a day in the nursery! I'm so glad! Thanks for everything!

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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.822)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.822) out of 10 for Wolfson College Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.972 for Wolfson College Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (35 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 36 Ratings = 4.972

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 3.85 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Wolfson College Day Nursery is based on 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.25

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 25 number of registered child places is 5. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 5 = 0.6

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (7)

Chantal

Chantal

Job Title: Nursery Manager/ SENCO

Joined: 2018

“Working with children is an amazing experience as I get to watch them grow and develop, knowing that I have been a part of their journey. Their smiles and laughter never fail to brighten up my day”


Chantal's Qualifications:
-   Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF)
-   Designated Lead Safeguarding
-   Generalist Safeguarding
-   Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Understanding Autism


Wayne

Wayne

Job Title: Deputy Manager/SENCO

Joined: 2022

“Working with children is the most rewarding job I have ever had. To me, the look of excitement and wonder as the children learn something new about their world is simply the best.”


Wayne's Qualifications:
- Level 3 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare
- Generalist Safeguarding
- Paediatric First Aid
- Level 3 SENCO


Rosie

Rosie

Job Title: Acorns Room Leader

Joined: 2018

“I love working with children because no one day is the same and it is very rewarding”


Rosie's Qualifications:
-   Level 3 NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development
-   Designated Lead Safeguarding
-   Generalist Safeguarding
-   Paediatric First Aid


Lilia

Lilia

Job Title: Nursery Educator

Joined: 2016

“I love working with children as it is my passion. It was my dream since I was a child to work with children so I am glad I am doing the most perfect job in the world!”


Lilia's Qualifications:
- Qualified Teaching Status
- Generalist Safeguarding
- Paediatric First Aid


Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Nursery Educator

Joined: 2024

“What I love most about working with children is helping them to grow, develop and reach their full potential. I love to see their curiosity and wonder and being part of that is amazing!”


Sarah's Qualifications:
-   Level 3 Diploma in Nursery Nursing (NNEB)
-   Generalist Safeguarding
-   Paediatric First Aid


Michelle

Michelle

Job Title: Acorns Educator

Joined: 2019

“What I really enjoy about childcare is the challenge and satisfaction of making every child feel special and happy so that they can develop to their maximum ability and at their own pace”


Michelle's Qualifications:
-   Level 2 Diploma in Child Care and Education
-   Generalist Safeguarding
-   Paediatric First Aid


Amanda

Amanda

Job Title: Nursery Educator

Joined: 2024

“What I love the most about working in childcare, is that every day is exciting and filled with wonder. Being able to see the children exploring the world and growing makes every day special”


Amanda's Qualifications:
-   Generalist Safeguarding
-   Paediatric First Aid


Frequently Asked Questions about Wolfson College Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Wolfson College Day Nursery accepts?

Wolfson College Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Wolfson College Day Nursery Open?

Wolfson College Day Nursery is open: Monday 08:30-17:30, Tuesday 08:30-17:30, Wednesday 08:30-17:30, Thursday 08:30-17:30, Friday 08:30-17:30.

How many Children does Wolfson College Day Nursery have capacity for?

Wolfson College Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 25 Children.

How far is Wolfson College Day Nursery to the centre of Oxford?

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

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