I don’t seem to have been doing a great job at this lately! It’s partly because, since March last year, I’ve largely been working from...
Read More >>Something special for Jean
On the afternoon of Saturday, 25th September 2021, Sevenoaks Day Nursery is holding a party at the Stag Plaza in Sevenoaks for parents and supporters...
Read More >>Sevenoaks Day Nursery Celebration and ‘Thank You’ for Jean
On the afternoon of Saturday, 25th September 2021, Sevenoaks Day Nursery is holding a party at the Stag Plaza in Sevenoaks and we would very...
Read More >>Baptism by fire!
We said ‘Goodbye’ to Lisa, our Cook, a couple of weeks ago. Lisa joined us last year at the start of the Pandemic and became...
Read More >>Our own little wild flower meadow!
I popped down to the Nursery yesterday morning and took this. This is the area between the MUGA and bounded by the Club Room (in...
Read More >>Entry to Nursery at Drop off and Pick up times
It has been bought to my attention that some parents are having to wait at drop off and pick up times. I am sorry if...
Read More >>Spring has sprung!
I’ve been a little lackadaisical when it comes to bringing you news of the Nursery. I blame it on you-know-what and the anxiety and uncertainty...
Read More >>Christmas!
Dear Parents/Carers, Where has this year gone? Christmas is upon us and I have some important dates for you all. We are all looking forward...
Read More >>Christmas Shutdown
Yes, I know, I know . . . but someone always asks before the clocks go back! We’ll be closing for Christmas at some point...
Read More >>Jean awarded BEM
Our very own Jean Sowten has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 Honours List. Normally announced in June, the...
Read More >>New Management Team Announced
The following is a letter from Sue Dreksler, Chairman of Trustees, Sevenoaks Day Nursery:- Dear All, Re: New manager I am writing on behalf of...
Read More >>Sevenoaks Day Nursery Fees
A letter from Sue Dreksler, Chairman of Trustees: Dear Parents/Guardians, Re: SDN Fees I am writing on behalf of the Trustees of Sevenoaks Day Nursery...
Read More >>Farewell old friend
This week sees the start of the demolition of the old nursery building. Opened in 1989 the Nursery was the brainchild of Dr Margaret Bates,...
Read More >>Rules on “bubbles” to be relaxed on 20 July
On Jul 2, 2020 By Rachel Lawler, Early Years Alliance Early years providers will no longer need to keep children in small, consistent groups within...
Read More >>Govt. guidance on children returning to nurseries
Here’s the latest guidance on whether children should or should not attend Nursery: The following principles will apply to the wider opening of settings: children...
Read More >>Our first week back
I asked Rachel for some notes, so I could provide you all with the inside track on what it’s been like this past week, but...
Read More >>New Policy Published
The Trustees have just approved a policy which provides guidelines for everyone attending or visiting the Nursery, as lockdown measures are relaxed and the Nursery...
Read More >>Returning to Nursery: places, dates and days
A big ‘Thank You’ to all those who completed the survey – 40% of you – the information has been very useful in working out...
Read More >>Back to Nursery – Frequently asked questions
As we publish information about returning to Nursery there will, understandably, be lots of questions. So, I’ll publish the questions here along with our answer....
Read More >>Responding to Events – Keyworkers – Fees – Childcare Arrangements – Club – The Future
The past couple of weeks has been a busy time and an often very confusing one . . . . . to say the least....
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