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The Daily Experience at Eljoy Nursery

Welcome to Eljoy Nursery. We are committed to providing a secure, nurturing, and enriching environment where your child can flourish. Below is a structured guide outlining the key elements of your child’s daily experience.

Arrival and Morning Transition

Each day begins with a warm, personal welcome from a member of our team to ensure a positive and calm start. Parents and children are greeted at the door, supporting a smooth transition into the nursery environment.
For families requiring an earlier start, our extended wrap‑around care session is available from 07:30 to 08:00 through our booking system.

Morning Exploration and Learning

Once settled into their age‑appropriate rooms, children begin their day with a balance of structured and child‑led learning experiences. These include:

  • Practitioner‑Led Learning: Focused activities designed to support developmental progress.
  • Independent Play: Opportunities for children to follow their interests and build autonomy.

Specialised Learning Experiences: Carefully planned activities that reflect children’s developmental stages and individual needs.

Rest and Recuperation

Sleep and rest are essential to healthy development. During nap times, rooms are transformed into calm, comfortable spaces. We work closely with parents to follow each child’s individual sleep routine and ensure their personal needs are met.

Evening Handover and Communication

At the end of each day, your child’s Key Person provides a detailed update on their activities, achievements, and developmental progress. We prioritise transparency and strong partnerships with families, ensuring you feel connected to your child’s learning journey.

Consumable Itemised Billing: Eljoy Nursery Chadwell Heath

Chadwell Items

Cost

Toothpaste

Free of charge

Sun cream

To be provided by parent

Nappies and Wipes

To be provided by parent

Extra Curriculum

Not Charged

Events/Trips

Charged per trip

Freshly Prepared Meal

Under Quality Check

Funding Options

All‑Inclusive Package (Under quality review):

  • All meals included throughout the day. (Under quality review)
  • Meals prepared onsite and tailored to individual dietary needs. (Under quality review)
  • Additional charges apply for extra hours or travel for trips. (Under quality review)

No Consumable Payment means that

  • Parents provide all meals and snacks.
  • Food must meet national nutritional and portion‑control standards.

Benefits of the All Inclusive Consumable Offer

  • Financial Predictability: A fixed monthly payment supports consistent budgeting.
  • Reduced Morning Stress: No need to prepare or pack multiple meals each day.
  • Peer Equality: All children receive the same meals, supporting inclusion and belonging.
  • High Safety Oversight: All eating periods are supervised by Paediatric First Aid‑trained staff.
  • Guaranteed Nutritional Compliance: The nursery ensures all meals meet national standards, removing the burden from parents.

Funding and Childcare Support Options

Eljoy Nursery is committed to making childcare accessible and flexible for all families. We offer a range of government‑supported funding options and payment schemes to help parents manage childcare costs with confidence.

Government‑Funded Places

We provide funded childcare places for:

  • 9 months to 2 years – (subject to eligibility)
  • 2‑year‑olds (subject to eligibility)
  • 3‑ and 4‑year‑olds (universal 15 hours)
  • 30 hours extended funding for eligible working families

Accepted Payment Schemes

To support a wide range of family circumstances, we accept:

  • Tax‑Free Childcare
  • Childcare Vouchers
  • Government Early Years Funding (15 and 30 hours)

Flexible Childcare Options

We understand that family schedules can change unexpectedly. To support this, we offer:

  • Flexible hours of care to suit different routines
  • Last‑minute sessions, subject to availability, for families who require unexpected additional childcare

This flexibility ensures that parents can access support when they need it most.

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