FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

In this section we try to answer some of the more commonly asked questions about our Forest School Nursery. If there is anything else you would like to know please get in touch using our Blackheath or Kidbrooke Park contact form or to reserve your child a place, fill out our reservation form.

What are our fees and session times?

Blackheath:

Whole day sessions are £65 per day from 9am to 3:30pm
Half day sessions are £30 from 9am to 12noon and 12:30 to 3:30pm
We are open term time only and follow local authority term times
Please note that we are closed during the school holidays and all UK bank holidays

Kidbrooke Park:

Whole day sessions are £80 per day from 8am to 4pm
Half day sessions are £40 from 8am to 12noon and 12noon to 4pm
Additional hours are £10 from 4pm to 5pm
We are open 48 weeks of the year
We are closed for 2 weeks during the Easter holidays and 2 weeks at Christmas and all UK bank holidays

We require a deposit of £200 to secure your child a place (to be paid before the commencement date).

Children are welcome to attend part time although we do ask for a minimum of two sessions per week to ensure continuity for the children. We like to be flexible in our approach however and aim to accommodate parents requests as often as possible. We are also happy to try and fit the sessions around any other nursery commitments your child may already have.

Do we offer government funded places?

Yes. We have a limited number of funded places available. Please email us for further information.

Do we go out in all weathers?

Absolutely! The children go outside in all types of weather unless conditions are deemed hazardous by our staff. As long as they are dressed appropriately, it's never a problem. We also have indoor spaces available however, should we need them.

What if my child needs the toilet?

We ask that all children are to use the toilet before their Forest School sessions begin. If your child needs the toilet during the session we have our outdoor toilet huts on site and our staff are happy to assist your child if they require it.

Does my child need to be potty trained?

No. We have nappy changing facilities onsite.

Where is The Woodland Nursery located?

Both our of nurseries are situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, South East London. Opening times and session times vary between the two sites depending on your childcare requirements. Please click the links below for more information on each nursery.

Are we Ofsted registered?

Yes. Our Ofsted Unique Reference Numbers (URN) are:

Blackheath: 547776

Kidbrooke Park: 2502948

How do we manage risk?

We encourage the children to learn to manage risk themselves by letting them set their own rules and boundaries within our supervised guidelines.

How do we utilise technology?

We use the popular online learning journal 'Tapestry' to record your child's outdoor experiences, education and development. Parents are able to see special moments throughout the day and view their child's progress.