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Bishop’s House, 1 Rockdale Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1JT
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30 August 2024
Both of our girls have joined the nursery after our move to the area and we are so happy, up to this day, with our choice. Staff is so helpful, supportive and caring- every day at pickup time, teachers dedicate time to discuss our girls' day. And what's most important both of our girls are excited to go nursery and love their teachers. I love seeing them exploring nature, visiting a library or learning something new inside. We love it.
30 August 2024
I have absolutely loved my experience at Oakley so far. The care of staff is above and beyond. They really make this nursery exceptional. I love seeing my child happily run through the front door each day and I've always felt secure sending her there. They have always been very flexible and accommodating. It's a very personal experience and because it's small there is a real family vibe that runs through and through.
18 April 2024
Such brilliant staff and great care. We've been staying with Oakley for four years now and have never regretted it. When your child runs in every morning with a big smile on his face, that means a lot.
21 March 2024
Our little girl started at Oakley when she was one. She’s a shy little one but since starting at nursery she has come out of her shell and this is down to the fantastic staff who are so good with her. They are all so lovely and gentle. They get to know each child well individually and give you updates and photos throughout the day. She’s in the toddler room now and every day she’s doing imaginative games and creative tasks. It’s lovely that they can take them out to the surrounding parks etc too. Highly recommend Oakley.
05 March 2024
We've had two children go through Oakley and both have loved it. The teaching at the pre-school level has been excellent and more than prepared the elder child for Reception. I know the younger ones enjoy the stomps off to a very well-known park too.
16 February 2024
Oakley is a home-from-home environment for my 2-year-old. We moved to the area a year ago and moved our daughter from a London nursery, which was part of a chain. We were instantly impressed with Oakley and the loving nature of the staff and the personal communication we have with them. It genuinely feels like a family and our daughter clearly enjoys her time at Oakley and has gone from strength to strength. I think they have a good balance of indoor and outdoor play and outings in the town, a benefit of the proximity to the central services. We couldn't be happier!
04 December 2023
The nursery provides a caring and kind environment, ensuring children learn and have fun in a safe environment. We love how professional and involved the staff are. They do diverse activities, making sure the children feel ready for school and also build great social skills with their peers and adults. Both our children have been enjoying their time here. The food they provide is healthy, and I love how it encourages them to try different dishes.
04 December 2023
Oakley Nursery is such a wonderful place. My son loves it. Teachers are experiences, warm and friendly. The food served is healthy and nursery provides lots of creative activities. My son always comes back with some paintings or stickers. He enjoys his little friends and we always get feedback how his day was.
04 December 2023
Oakley is such a lovely setting. What stood out to me when choosing a nursery for my daughter was how friendly and engaged all the staff were. It is the staff that really make all the difference. At Oakley the staff genuinely care about the children and really get to know them and provide activities to follow their interests. They also care about you as a family and I have found them to be so understanding and kind. Staff have gone out of their way to show their support. Communication with parents is excellent which I feel is really important. They provide a rich variety of learning opportunities and staff really value the importance of learning through play and being creative. I would highly recommend Oakley.
04 December 2023
My daughter started in September last year, talking but shy, teachers remarked as being concerned about lack of socialisation, which wasn't how she was at home. Within a month, she blossomed into an overtly social, cheeky girl all thanks to the guys at Oakleys being so wonderful. She is obsessed with going to nursery and often runs in without saying bye to us! I can't rate the team and nursery enough, best decision we made was sending her here!
27 November 2023
Oakley is such an amazing preschool/nursery! My oldest went when he was preschool age and they made sure he was so well-prepared to start school. My youngest is now at preschool in Oakley and it just seems to get better and better, three members of staff in particular are such a fantastic team as are all the staff and my son absolutely loves going, he started off being very anxious but all that has stopped and he's really loving preschool. Nothing is ever too much for the team and he's being taught things that are at a reception level it's just amazing. I'll be sad to stop going when my youngest starts school in September!
17 November 2023
My child has absolutely thrived at Oakley. She came from another nursery which she did not enjoy at all and was very shy to start with. Oakley transformed her into a confident and extremely happy child. She loves the staff members, she loves the art and activities. She loves going out for walks with staff and peers. She loves Oakley so much in fact she decided to stay there until she is very 'long' (which in her mind means old).
09 November 2023
Our toddler is very happy at Oakley - the staff are all lovely and very caring and come up with a variety of fun activities for the children. We love hearing about her day at pick-up! The staff are very approachable and flexible to deal with.
07 November 2023
Very nurturing and caring, my three-year-old girl and two-year-old boy love coming here. We started in the toddler group, which helped us settle in and take extra care - particularly with my boy who has speech difficulties. Then moved to pre-school where they had a blast!
07 November 2023
The staff here are genuinely nurturing and caring. My son started in the toddler room and is now in pre-school. The staff here do so many things with the children and give them a wide breadth of learning. Meals are included in the fees charged, and my son gets to experience a wide range of flavours and foods, while I am confident he is eating healthily. Children are encouraged to become independent in getting dressed, using the toilet, and all the basics needed for when they go to primary school. They also have a Spanish teacher once a week. The nursery is in the centre of Sevenoaks, which means limited outdoor space on site, but what they do have is well maintained and laid out, plus they make regular visits to Knole Park, the library and Rockdale retirement home, ensuring a variety of outdoor exercise and experiences. The staff work extremely hard to provide a rounded education and exceptional care, so I give them 5 stars!
07 November 2023
My son has been at Oakley since he was 10 months old (he’s now nearly 4) and he absolutely loves it. He’s a very naturally shy child and the staff there have worked wonders to really bring him out of his shell. His current key worker is kind and caring. She always makes time to speak to parents at drop off or pick up and really genuinely cares about the kids. The kids all love her and I couldn’t ask for anyone better to look after my son.
07 November 2023
Amazing nursery. Caring and supportive, always attentive to every detail and so patient. Each teacher finds time to understand the kid’s needs and interests as well as create a plan for the development. Our son has been struggling with speech development and they have created a plan to help him move forward which has helped a lot. I feel safe and happy knowing that my kid is in this nursery. Highly recommend it.
07 November 2023
We are absolutely delighted with the warm environment at Oakley and that is one of the reasons we chose it again for our second child. It's like being part of a big family. The staff's dedication to creating a fun and engaging atmosphere for the children is evident in all they do. They foster a sense of joy and curiosity, encouraging kids to explore and learn through playful activities. Communication with the staff is easy, with regular updates and a friendly, approachable demeanor that makes parents feel involved and informed about their child's day-to-day experiences. We wholeheartedly recommend Oakley to any parent seeking a nurturing and light-hearted early learning experience for their child. The loving and playful environment, along with the attentive and caring staff, make it a top choice for families in the area. My child has thrived in this cheerful and welcoming setting, and I couldn't be more grateful for the positive impact it has had on our family.
29 March 2023
The best place for my 15-month-old daughter with the most caring staff who go the extra mile to make her days special and allow her to thrive. She loves going there and can't wait to be dropped off every time.
06 March 2023
Over the time that my son has been at Oakley, he has blossomed into an independent little boy with good communication skills. He looks forward to nursery every morning, which is wonderful to see. The staff at Oakley are professional, caring and compassionate. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the team. I don't think I could have found a better childcare setting for my son.
Latest Reviews for Oakley Nursery and Preschool
30 August 2024
Both of our girls have joined the nursery after our move to the area and we are so happy, up to this day, with our choice. Staff is so helpful, supportive and caring- every day at pickup time, teachers dedicate time to discuss our girls' day. And what's most important both of our girls are excited to go nursery and love their teachers. I love seeing them exploring nature, visiting a library or learning something new inside. We love it.
30 August 2024
I have absolutely loved my experience at Oakley so far. The care of staff is above and beyond. They really make this nursery exceptional. I love seeing my child happily run through the front door each day and I've always felt secure sending her there. They have always been very flexible and accommodating. It's a very personal experience and because it's small there is a real family vibe that runs through and through.
18 April 2024
Such brilliant staff and great care. We've been staying with Oakley for four years now and have never regretted it. When your child runs in every morning with a big smile on his face, that means a lot.
21 March 2024
Our little girl started at Oakley when she was one. She’s a shy little one but since starting at nursery she has come out of her shell and this is down to the fantastic staff who are so good with her. They are all so lovely and gentle. They get to know each child well individually and give you updates and photos throughout the day. She’s in the toddler room now and every day she’s doing imaginative games and creative tasks. It’s lovely that they can take them out to the surrounding parks etc too. Highly recommend Oakley.
05 March 2024
We've had two children go through Oakley and both have loved it. The teaching at the pre-school level has been excellent and more than prepared the elder child for Reception. I know the younger ones enjoy the stomps off to a very well-known park too.
16 February 2024
Oakley is a home-from-home environment for my 2-year-old. We moved to the area a year ago and moved our daughter from a London nursery, which was part of a chain. We were instantly impressed with Oakley and the loving nature of the staff and the personal communication we have with them. It genuinely feels like a family and our daughter clearly enjoys her time at Oakley and has gone from strength to strength. I think they have a good balance of indoor and outdoor play and outings in the town, a benefit of the proximity to the central services. We couldn't be happier!
04 December 2023
The nursery provides a caring and kind environment, ensuring children learn and have fun in a safe environment. We love how professional and involved the staff are. They do diverse activities, making sure the children feel ready for school and also build great social skills with their peers and adults. Both our children have been enjoying their time here. The food they provide is healthy, and I love how it encourages them to try different dishes.
04 December 2023
Oakley Nursery is such a wonderful place. My son loves it. Teachers are experiences, warm and friendly. The food served is healthy and nursery provides lots of creative activities. My son always comes back with some paintings or stickers. He enjoys his little friends and we always get feedback how his day was.
04 December 2023
Oakley is such a lovely setting. What stood out to me when choosing a nursery for my daughter was how friendly and engaged all the staff were. It is the staff that really make all the difference. At Oakley the staff genuinely care about the children and really get to know them and provide activities to follow their interests. They also care about you as a family and I have found them to be so understanding and kind. Staff have gone out of their way to show their support. Communication with parents is excellent which I feel is really important. They provide a rich variety of learning opportunities and staff really value the importance of learning through play and being creative. I would highly recommend Oakley.
04 December 2023
My daughter started in September last year, talking but shy, teachers remarked as being concerned about lack of socialisation, which wasn't how she was at home. Within a month, she blossomed into an overtly social, cheeky girl all thanks to the guys at Oakleys being so wonderful. She is obsessed with going to nursery and often runs in without saying bye to us! I can't rate the team and nursery enough, best decision we made was sending her here!
27 November 2023
Oakley is such an amazing preschool/nursery! My oldest went when he was preschool age and they made sure he was so well-prepared to start school. My youngest is now at preschool in Oakley and it just seems to get better and better, three members of staff in particular are such a fantastic team as are all the staff and my son absolutely loves going, he started off being very anxious but all that has stopped and he's really loving preschool. Nothing is ever too much for the team and he's being taught things that are at a reception level it's just amazing. I'll be sad to stop going when my youngest starts school in September!
17 November 2023
My child has absolutely thrived at Oakley. She came from another nursery which she did not enjoy at all and was very shy to start with. Oakley transformed her into a confident and extremely happy child. She loves the staff members, she loves the art and activities. She loves going out for walks with staff and peers. She loves Oakley so much in fact she decided to stay there until she is very 'long' (which in her mind means old).
09 November 2023
Our toddler is very happy at Oakley - the staff are all lovely and very caring and come up with a variety of fun activities for the children. We love hearing about her day at pick-up! The staff are very approachable and flexible to deal with.
07 November 2023
Very nurturing and caring, my three-year-old girl and two-year-old boy love coming here. We started in the toddler group, which helped us settle in and take extra care - particularly with my boy who has speech difficulties. Then moved to pre-school where they had a blast!
07 November 2023
The staff here are genuinely nurturing and caring. My son started in the toddler room and is now in pre-school. The staff here do so many things with the children and give them a wide breadth of learning. Meals are included in the fees charged, and my son gets to experience a wide range of flavours and foods, while I am confident he is eating healthily. Children are encouraged to become independent in getting dressed, using the toilet, and all the basics needed for when they go to primary school. They also have a Spanish teacher once a week. The nursery is in the centre of Sevenoaks, which means limited outdoor space on site, but what they do have is well maintained and laid out, plus they make regular visits to Knole Park, the library and Rockdale retirement home, ensuring a variety of outdoor exercise and experiences. The staff work extremely hard to provide a rounded education and exceptional care, so I give them 5 stars!
07 November 2023
My son has been at Oakley since he was 10 months old (he’s now nearly 4) and he absolutely loves it. He’s a very naturally shy child and the staff there have worked wonders to really bring him out of his shell. His current key worker is kind and caring. She always makes time to speak to parents at drop off or pick up and really genuinely cares about the kids. The kids all love her and I couldn’t ask for anyone better to look after my son.
07 November 2023
Amazing nursery. Caring and supportive, always attentive to every detail and so patient. Each teacher finds time to understand the kid’s needs and interests as well as create a plan for the development. Our son has been struggling with speech development and they have created a plan to help him move forward which has helped a lot. I feel safe and happy knowing that my kid is in this nursery. Highly recommend it.
07 November 2023
We are absolutely delighted with the warm environment at Oakley and that is one of the reasons we chose it again for our second child. It's like being part of a big family. The staff's dedication to creating a fun and engaging atmosphere for the children is evident in all they do. They foster a sense of joy and curiosity, encouraging kids to explore and learn through playful activities. Communication with the staff is easy, with regular updates and a friendly, approachable demeanor that makes parents feel involved and informed about their child's day-to-day experiences. We wholeheartedly recommend Oakley to any parent seeking a nurturing and light-hearted early learning experience for their child. The loving and playful environment, along with the attentive and caring staff, make it a top choice for families in the area. My child has thrived in this cheerful and welcoming setting, and I couldn't be more grateful for the positive impact it has had on our family.
29 March 2023
The best place for my 15-month-old daughter with the most caring staff who go the extra mile to make her days special and allow her to thrive. She loves going there and can't wait to be dropped off every time.
06 March 2023
Over the time that my son has been at Oakley, he has blossomed into an independent little boy with good communication skills. He looks forward to nursery every morning, which is wonderful to see. The staff at Oakley are professional, caring and compassionate. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the team. I don't think I could have found a better childcare setting for my son.