New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

41 Church Road, Bexleyheath DA7 4DD
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  • New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath), Bexleyheath
New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) has been in operation for over 20 years, first opening its doors in 2003, it is located in a converted Victorian house which has been renovated to meet the needs of caring for young children.

Why choose New Foundations?
- The nursery is small, friendly and goes above and beyond to provide a personal touch. A smaller nursery than most with only 29 children per day, they can cater to every family’s individual needs and create strong, lasting relationships.
- Outside providers are spread across the week so lots of children can benefit from these extra curricular activities. These include Forest School, Phonic Stars, Tiny Tekkers, Mini Wave and Sing and Sign.
- The home from home environment has a higher number of staff than required in order to cater for all individual needs and provide an extra nurturing and caring experience for all children.
- They put a large emphasis on books and stories, with each room focusing on ‘a book of the week’ to encourage children to have a love of books, opening up their imagination and introducing a wide range of vocabulary. There are multiple studies describing the vast benefits of reading stories to children which enhance communication, language and holistic development.
- There is a large outdoor area for children to play and explore, the children have also been working with the nursery's Forest School leader to cultivate a natural Forest school area where they can explore wildlife, learn about a variety of flora and fauna, get involved in risky play whilst learning to risk assess to participate safely.

The nursery provides children with a welcoming and friendly home-from-home environment and has a team of highly qualified and enthusiastic staff who have a genuine interest in supporting children to learn and achieve.

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Care Provided by New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Joanna Ward
  • Person in charge
  • Sarah Pinedo and Kaylee Letchford (Joint Managers)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 16
  • Total Places for Children
  • 29
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 months
    • to 5 years 0 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

  • £89 per day

  • 15/30 hours funding stretched across 50 weeks.


    2YO/Play2learn offered where available - stretched 10 hours, 50 weeks.


    Please contact the nursery for details on fees, we will happily send you the latest information, alternatively, these are also displayed on our website.
  • Parking

  • There is parking available on site for drop off, collection and visitors only.


New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) Reviews (102)

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New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.923) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) has 102 reviews.

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Review from Adri Z (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are great. Very attentive and attuned to the needs of my baby. They are enthusiastic and come up with great ideas to keep the little ones entertained whilst learning new things all at the same time. During COVID lockdown they’ve also followed guidance to a T which resulted in zero positive covid
tests in the baby room. Highly recommended.

Reply from Donna, Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you for your lovely review Adri. Kind regards, Donna


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Review from Leighan H (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Could not recommend this nursery enough if I tried, the team are honestly phenomenal. I was really picky with my daughters nursery as I worked at a nursery for long enough to know what should and shouldn’t happen. When we viewed the nursery we fell in love. Children’s work is proudly displayed, they
have practitioners who love their job and the children are happy kids! This still stands after almost two years of my little girl being here. The activities are amazing, the care is out of this world and the love for the children is so incredible, I couldn’t ask for any more. She has a tough time making connections but this place was like a second home for her. The people they bring in from outside to do activities are brilliant, the constant updates and pictures bring a smile to our faces and how much they care is just amazing. I could go on and on but from the bottom of my heart, thank you for being so amazing. You will be missed more than words can say when she goes to big school.

Reply from NFDN & NGDN Day Nursery, Admin at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you for the lovely review! Kind regards, Gemma


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Review from Natalie C (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What can I say other than what a wonderful nursery. I visited a few in the area and I am so pleased with our choice. My child has been attending New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) for two years now and she skips into the door each morning. The staff and their care for the children, enthusiasm
and encouragement to achieve is fantastic.

Reply from NFDN & NGDN Day Nursery, Admin at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you for the lovely review! Kind regards, Gemma


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Review from Jessica M (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn’t rate New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) and their staff highly enough. My daughter has absolutely thrived since joining at thirteen months old and she can’t wait to go in every morning. Knowing how happy she is at nursery makes it so much easier leaving her. The children are busy throughout
the day with messy play, garden activities and plenty of dancing and parents are updated through the app as well as getting frequent progress reports. I would recommend this nursery to everyone!

Reply from NFDN & NGDN Day Nursery, Admin at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you for the lovely review! Kind regards, Gemma


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Review from Monika S (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Is the best nursery I have seen! Staff are extremely friendly and always helpful. Both of my boys loved this nursery to the point that my older son sometimes wanted to stay over night. Very clean, well organised with plenty of activities for children during the day. A little garden time and splash time
over the summer. Management is very understandable of your personal circumstances and always happy to help. Rooms for children are clean and divided in different areas of focus for the day. Nursery use an app that allow you see what your child is doing during the day and how they are developing. The food is lovely and made in the nursery kitchen. Extremely good nursery. It is like a little family taking care of each of the children's needs. Simply amazing.

Reply from NFDN & NGDN Day Nursery, Admin at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you for the lovely review! Kind regards, Gemma


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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Well, what can I say about New Foundations Day Nursery? Fantastic is the only word! I am so pleased that my son has had the opportunity to go here for the past 2 years. All the ladies treat every child like their own, it's not just a job to them it's a passion and it comes so naturally to all of them.
I wholeheartedly trust every single one of the ladies and when my son goes to school we will miss them! They also get external companies to come into the setting from football to music classes.
My son is currently in preschool and the set up is brilliant. They really get the children ready for their journey to starting reception! They have daily phonic sessions. I had my eldest son at another session and it doesn't have a patch on New Foundations.
I also want to say that, in particular, this year has been difficult with Covid and this nursery was there for all parents and children. Some of the ladies set up a Facebook page with activities. I would have no hesitation recommending this nursery for your little one!

Reply from Donna, Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thank you so much Nicola, that is such a lovely review.


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Review from Sophie T (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very pleasant and take everything into consideration. I felt sad returning to work after maternity leave but seeing how happy my son is at New Foundations Day Nursery really does make me smile. As soon as he gets out the car he smiles because he knows where he is.
The staff are so polite
and pleasant to talk to. They all work very hard I couldn’t give them enough credit.
The activities they do with the children are amazing.
They have also been very good during these current times ensuring all children are safe.
Altogether I’m very happy I send my son here and I couldn’t thank every single member of staff and management more. Thank you.

Reply from Rebecca Gibbs, Area Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thanks so much for the kind review. We really appreciate it.


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Review from Julie H (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Foundations have provided excellent care to both my children over the years and I cannot fault their staff. I had to come and write this recent review due to their exceptional handling of safety procedures and fees during lockdown and keeping in touch with children stuck at home. I would not hesitate
to recommend them.

Reply from Rebecca Gibbs, Area Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thanks so much for the kind review. We really appreciate it.


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Review from Karen S (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Through this hard time that the pandemic has caused, the nursery staff have maintained a smile at the uncertainty that the world is throwing at them. They make the place friendly and inviting which helps me to feel comfortable in leaving my son there knowing he is having a blast and learning lots and
it enables me to complete my job without worrying about how he is doing. Although restrictions no longer allow parents to enter the nursery, they have included us with photos and telephone reports and seeing the progress my son is making confirms it.

Reply from Rebecca Gibbs, Area Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thanks so much for the kind review. We really appreciate it.


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Review from Sandra K (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been extremely happy with the care we receive from New Foundations. I especially feel like the staff genuinely care for my boy, from the comprehensive questions during the interview process to the daily and timely communications. I really appreciate knowing how my son gets on through their app
and I am grateful for how flexible and kind the staff have been to us, especially during this pandemic. They have also done a great job in preparing my son for reception. Thank you New Foundation Day Nursery. Highly Recommended.

Reply from Rebecca Gibbs, Area Manager at New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath)

Thanks so much for the kind review. We really appreciate it.


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Review from Alice L (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding nursery. My little one has attended New Foundations at around one-years-old and has been very happy there. Staff are brilliant, really helpful and being flexible. Especially, with initial settling time. I recommend it to all of my friends and family. It is the best nursery in this area.

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Review from Claire W (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. Both my children have attended New Foundations and have been very happy there. Staff are brilliant. It is the best nursery in the area and I recommend it to all of my friends and family.

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Review from Leon H (Father of Child) published on 21 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our youngest son is about to move up to the pre-school room at New Foundations and we could not speak more highly of them. He loves his time there and all the staff are friendly and approachable.
I also want to commend the nursery for their communication to parents and arranging of Zoom sessions for
the children during lockdown.

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Review from Kate L (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I picked New Foundations for my son because it is smaller than most nurseries - only 9 or 10 children in each age group (babies/toddlers/preschoolers) and it had a family feel. This was such a good decision because the nursery has been amazing with him! All the staff are kind and caring, no one just
going through the motions like the vibe I got from some other nurseries we visited. There are no nasty extra costs (some other nurseries we looked at said things like 'your child can only attend x classes if you pay £ a week') but not New Foundations, everything is included here. I feel they really helped my son develop so many skills like confidence and speech, as well as practical things like how to put on a coat and how to feed himself. He has attended for nearly 2 years and our new baby will be starting next year. Would 100% recommend. All the parents I have spoken to are really happy with New Foundations. Lovely home-cooked meals and they will cater for special dietary needs.

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Review from Alex B (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My youngest daughter is in the pre-school room, and it’s the last six months of being with the nursery; before she goes to school. Both of my daughters attended the nursery and have seen them grow in all three rooms. They have enjoyed every aspect the nursery has offered and have flourished as children.
From day one, they have both enjoyed and looked forward to attending; especially as they get to do a range of activities provided by the nursery staff as well as from outside providers.
All the staff are welcoming, caring, knowledgeable and encouraging, who go over and above for children in their care.
The nursery has helped to nurture my daughters and feed their inquisitive minds; while preparing them for school and life in general.

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Review from Luke (Father of Child) published on 24 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Foundations is an amazing nursery that caters for all parental needs and more importantly those of the children.
The baby room is especially amazing as they provide outstanding care for my son and are always on the ball keeping track of his progress.
Staff are always extremely helpful and ready
to answer any questions you may have. The room leader of the baby room is especially amazing and is very approachable should you have any queries.
I would 100% recommended this nursery to anyone looking for the best care for their little one. 10/10, amazing!

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Review from S L (Father of Child) published on 24 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care provided to my child is outstanding. The staff are excellent and work incredibly hard. All the activities have given my child an excellent start and is really preparing him for school.

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Review from Ruthe H (Grandmother of Child) published on 24 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter absolutely loves it here. Whenever I turn up she is having a great time. The staff are amazing and take incredibly good care of her.
Sunflower room staff really care about the kids and always have something positive to say. I wish she could go there 5 days a week, hopefully, she
can soon.
Keep up the incredibly good work.

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Review from Amasjit T (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery.
My daughter always comes back happy and clean.
She has grown so much as a person.
The staff are so friendly.
Would highly recommend this nursery to everyone.

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Review from Katie S (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They have external football, dance and Spanish teachers coming in each week. They home cook healthy food. Their staff are kind, warm and the setting is homely. They have a lovely garden and my son has been so happy the whole time he has been there. From baby room to preschool he has been excited to
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.923)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.923) out of 10 for New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 4.923 for New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) is calculated as follows: ( (158 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 168 Ratings = 4.923

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for New Foundations Day Nursery (Bexleyheath) is based on 14 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 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 29 number of registered child places is 5.8, which has been reached with 14 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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 (3)

Becky

Becky Gibbs

Job Title: Operations Director

Joined: 2003

Becky has worked for the company since the first day it opened its doors! Becky started out as an Apprentice and has worked in all the different roles in the business. Becky now works across both the nurseries overseeing the Management teams, monitoring quality and making sure everything runs smoothly.


Becky holds an NVQ Level 4


Sarah

Sarah Pinedo

Job Title: Nursery Manager - Job share

Joined: 2004

Sarah has worked for the company for over 18 years, starting as an Apprentice and working her way up. Sarah worked as the Deputy Manager at this nursery for 3 years before starting her role as Nursery Manager a year ago. Sarah has a wealth of knowledge to bring, Sarah is the organised one and ensures every job gets done thoroughly and to a high standard.


Sarah holds an NVQ Level 4.


Charlotte

Charlotte Butler

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2020

Charlotte started at New Foundations in 2011 and completed her apprenticeship with us, she worked here until 2016 and rejoined us in 2020. She has worked in all rooms and has a great knowledge of child development across all ages.


Charlotte has recently been promoted to Trainee Deputy Manager, she shares the core values and ethos of the nursery and is passionate about providing high-quality care to all of our families. She brings fun, laughter and joy to all at our nursery.


Charlotte holds an NVQ Level 3


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