St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool

"Our little one has been attending since they were 1 year old and they are now 3.5 years old. Every staff member (key workers, other staff in the room and management) have all been fantastic and very supportive, not only with our little one and supporting their education and development, but also with supporting us as first time parents."
(Charlotte, Parent - daynurseries.co.uk)
St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool18 Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1AA

A place to grow

St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool includes purpose-built areas, inside and out, designed with your little ones in mind. You and your little one will feel at ease as we help to make their transition from home to nursery as comfortable as possible. Our families particularly love our exciting outdoors - which includes chalkboards, a climbing frame and vegetable garden.

A 'Bright Beginning' for Every Child

Designed by our Early Years specialists, your little one will get the best start to their schooling life through our enriching and wellbeing focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum.

Building on the foundations of the government's EYFS curriculum, it combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's development and progress - whether that's moving rooms or preparing them for school.

Inspiring Natural Curiosity and Exploration

Your child will find we offer a great place to learn and thrive. Little ones have freeflow access to the large garden and we encourage independent outdoor exploration. The garden includes balancing tyres, chalkboards, tricycles, a cosy reading nook and, for older children, a climbing frame! They'll also love getting stuck into our vegetable garden and exploring the nature trail which we use to teach the children about seasons, how food is grown and more.

All-Inclusive Care

Nutritionally-balanced meals are prepared by our onsite chef using fresh ingredients and we hold a 5* EHO rating for food safety and hygiene.

We also have a comfortable, quiet sleeping room available for peaceful napping.

Necessities such as wipes, nappies, creams and formula are also provided, so there's less to pack on those busy mornings!

Safety and Convenience

Our onsite parking and buggy park make for an easy and convenient drop and pickup experience.

Your Personal Tour

Our team of long-standing staff are excited to welcome you and your family to St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool. Book your personal tour today and come see everything our beautiful nursery has to offer and let us answer any questions you may have.

St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool - Gemma
Gemma
Nursery Manager
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18 Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1AA
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  • Monday7:00AM - 6:30PM
  • Tuesday7:00AM - 6:30PM
  • Wednesday7:00AM - 6:30PM
  • Thursday7:00AM - 6:30PM
  • Friday7:00AM - 6:30PM
Lines open: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00

Here's an 'at a glance guide' to what St Mary's has to offer.

On-site Parking 

Onsite
Carpark

Character Building 

Character
Building

Water Play 

Water
Play

Large Garden 

Large
Garden

Sensory Room 

Sensory
Room

Quiet Space 

Quiet
Space

On-site Chef 

Chef Onsite
Dining Room

Vegetable Garden 

Vegetable
Garden

Mud Kitchen 

Mud
Kitchen

Nature Trail 

Nature
Trail

Sleep Room 

Sleep
Room

Preschool Teacher 

Ready for
School

Included in our fees

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Unlimited hypoallergenic nappies*
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Unlimited hypoallergenic wipes*
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Three nutritious meals
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A range of healthy snacks
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Formula milk for babies under 1 year
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Cows' milk or dairy-free alternatives for older babies and children
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*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.

We've got it covered

Baby and toddler care items are all included, together with all food and snacks (and milk for babies under 1 year-old). We offer milk alternatives and dairy- free milk to children with allergies.

We cater for a wide range of nutritional needs allergies, intolerances and special diets (including vegetarian and cultural). Find out more about our food, menus and mealtimes.

Fee Calculator

Our calculator enables you to estimate your basic fees BEFORE childcare funding is applied. We’ve taken this approach as funding is dependent on your own very individual situation, how old your child is, where you live, whether you’re working and so on.

Our comprehensive funding guides provide guidance on what funding you’re likely to be eligible for, we can send this to you after you’ve estimated your fees.

When you visit us, we can also help you understand your options and work out what your net fees will be after any childcare funding is taken into account.

Estimate your fees

Oops! We appear to be having a few technical challenges! Our team is working hard to get our fee calculator back up and running soon as soon as possible. Thanks for bearing with us.

In the meantime, if you need some answers or to book a nursery visit, then please call us on 01235422052, our friendly team is here to help.

Find out what people love about us

Parent testimonials taken from daynurseries.co.uk.
  • Parent Testimonial
    "They've helped our son settle into the rooms and have been very understanding of what it's like to be a parent worrying about their child when the child has been upset at drop off. The hand overs and information we've received on what he's been up to and how he's been doing are always thorough and they do some lovely activities."

    H F, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "Our little girl absolutely loves going to the BH nursery. Every day she has a bright smile when she sees her key worker. The staff go above and beyond to accommodate every child's need, treat them with kindness and respect."

    D B, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "Very happy with this nursery, staff are always happy, warm and welcoming to parents and children alike. Communication from management and key workers is excellent, we have had a really positive experience overall and are so grateful to the whole team."

    L F, Parent

Here you can explore more about how we’ll support you and your family, right from day one and throughout your journey with us.

The Nurture Approach

The Nurture Approach

Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way. 

Childcare Funding Options

Childcare Funding

Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.

Our Nursery Day

Our Nursery Day

Discover what happens after drop-off! From outdoor adventures to cosy story time, our days are thoughtfully structured to balance play, learning, rest, and mealtimes.  

SEND

SEND Support

We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.

Family Resources

Family Resources

Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.

Settling In Sessions

Settling In Sessions

Starting at nursery can be an exciting time for you and your child. Our Settling in Sessions will provide you with the chance to get to know your nursery.

Food & Mealtimes

Food and Mealtimes

Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.

Meet the team

Our team are dedicated to making your child's experience safe and fun. We always go the extra mile.

  • St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool - Gemma
    GemmaNursery Manager
  • St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool - Sian
    SianDeputy Manager
  • St Mary's Abingdon Day Nursery and Preschool - Liene
    LieneDeputy Manager
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