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Angelina's Day Care

Our fun and educational sessions are designed especially for babies aged 3 to 18 months. This is the first stage of our Ready, Steady, Go! early learning programme - supporting your baby’s first steps in care, curiosity, and discovery. 

During each session, babies explore and experiment with a variety of textures, sounds, and sensory experiences through a blend of child-led play and guided adult-led activities. Our activities include exploring instruments, natural materials, torches, mirrors, ribbons, chiffon scarves, beads, books, bubbles, and balloons - all carefully selected to stimulate curiosity and early development. 

Your child will have the opportunity to: 

  • Play, explore, and discover in a calm, nurturing small-group environment 

  • Develop early social skills such as turn-taking, listening, and concentration 

  • Discover language through songs, stories, rhymes, and movement 

Experiment with textures and sounds, building sensory awareness and curiosity

Our Toddler Room offers a gentle and nurturing introduction to small group learning for children aged 19 months to 36 months. These sessions form part of our Ready, Steady, Go! early learning journey, helping your child gain confidence and independence as they prepare for our preschool environment. 

The programme introduces toddlers to key parts of the nursery day, including Together Time, Story Time, Snack Time, and lively sessions of Dance and Singing. Each day is designed to be fun, engaging, and developmentally enriching, building a love of learning through play. 

A key feature of the Toddler Room is free play, where children are encouraged to explore, make choices, and follow their own interests. Self-initiated play supports independence, confidence, concentration, and creativity. We believe in giving children the freedom to experiment, discover, and even make mistakes - because that’s how learning happens! 

Children can explore a wide range of exciting activities across different areas, including: 

  • Water play and construction for problem-solving and coordination 

  • Puzzles and books to encourage early thinking and language 

  • Arts and crafts for creativity and self-expression 

  • Small world and role play to spark imagination and social skills 

Welcome to Angelina’s Day Care Preschool Room, where we nurture every child’s confidence, curiosity, and school readiness. Our preschool environment encourages independence and self-help skills through everyday routines from dressing and toileting to making simple choices and solving small challenges. We always recommend packing a spare set of clothes for our enthusiastic little explorers! Learning Through Play 

At this stage, children are active learners who thrive through hands-on experiences and purposeful play. Our preschool programme blends structured learning with free exploration, helping each child develop essential skills across all areas of the EYFS. 

Children enjoy a rich variety of activities, including: 

🌟 Imaginative role play and storytelling - building creativity, communication, and social understanding 

✏️ Early writing and number games - developing literacy and numeracy foundations through fun, practical play 

🎨 Creative arts and crafts - encouraging expression, design, and fine motor skills 

🌿 Science and nature exploration - sparking curiosity about the world around them 

⚽ Active outdoor play - strengthening coordination, confidence, and teamwork 
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Nursery Facilities

Nursery Facilities at Angelinas Day Care

Here's a snapshot of some of the facilities and services we offer.

Parking
Ample on-site parking for families.
Creative & Messy Play Zone
Children can paint, craft and explore textures in a fun
Learning & Activity Rooms
Room design for early learning activities
Secure Access
Family App
Daily updates: photos, naps, meals & messaging.
Outdoor Play
Age-appropriate gardens and play spaces.
Nursery facilities

Excellent Nursery Environment

Our Rooms

Pre school Room
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Pre school Room

Building confidence and curiosity to prepare for the big school journey.

Babies Room (3-18 months)
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Babies Room (3-18 months)

Encouraging independence through fun, creative play and gentle guidance.

Toddler Room (19-36)
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Toddler Room (19-36)

A cozy space for the youngest explorers to learn through gentle play and care.

What parents say

Excellent Nursery Environment

We take great pride in providing a nurturing, engaging environment where every child feels safe, builds confidence, and explores their unique interests. Here are a few words from the families who place their trust in us each day.

I’m extremely happy with this nursery! The staff are warm, caring, and truly dedicated to each child’s development. The environment is safe, clean, and filled with engaging activities that make learning fun. My child absolutely loves going every day and has grown so much in confidence and skills since joining. I would especially like to thank Ms. Feroza — she gives such loving care and attention to every child. I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive place for their little one — it’s truly one of the best! 💕
— Jananka Fernando
I am so so happy with this nursery that I can't recommend enough, I have never seen my daughter so happy to go at nursery comparing to the previous where I used to take her in crying and picking her up the same, at this nursery she is excited every morning when I take her and when I pick her up she's always in good mood and happy. The staff are very nice, the owner she's a wonderful lady that will try and help you in anything that you need every time, I can't thank you enough for how you look after Maya and for first time I feel that she's safe, comfortable and looked after while I'm at work thank you once again.🙏
— Andrea Balogh
My little one is here from January and I highly recommend! They have a very good taking care of her! When she start she didn’t speak to much but now I can see a big difference! They have many activities, very good food, a nice place to go outsid and play! The staff are so nice, welcoming and professional! Is a nice place for the little ones to have a start!
— Diana Sabau
Highly recommend Angelina's Day Nursery to everyone. My daughter is attending the nursery 3 days a week already, and I can not be happier seeing her smiling whilst we are going there. The staff and manager are highly professional and helpful on every aspect of enquiry. They always make sure that everything is alright and the children are feeded very well. Also, they are sending pictures of the kids during the day upon request of the parents, which is really good. The place itself is very clean and renovated recently. Highly recommend to everyone!
— Paulina Sobala
My daughter started ADN 2 months ago and she loves it!!!. She settled very well and everytime I pick her up she is so happy. I have peace of mind when I am at work knowing she is happy and well looked after. The staff are professional and very friendly and they give you as a parent a lot of reassurance. They are quick to let you know of any concerns. The staff genuinely care for the kids and are very empathetic and loving with children who may not be settling well. I believe this builds trust with the child and parent and gives reassure that they are safe and sound at ADN The nursery is very clean and has a lot of learning activities and toys for every age group 0 to 4 years. I can say my daughter is well looked after when she is here and doesn't come home looking a state !. Thank you to all the staff at ADN please keep up the good quality work.
— Jen J
FAQ

Our nursery is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, excluding public holidays. We offer both full-day and half-day sessions for your convenience.

Yes, we do! All our meals and snacks are freshly made each day and packed with healthy goodness. We also cater for allergies and special dietary requirements — just let us know your child’s needs.

Safety is our top priority. We maintain secure entry systems, CCTV monitoring, and qualified first-aid trained staff at all times. Regular health and safety checks are conducted daily.

Please pack a change of clothes, nappies, wipes, and any comfort items your child loves. For our older children, kindly include indoor shoes and suitable outdoor clothing for the day’s weather.

Simply complete our online registration form or Visit us in person — our friendly team will be delighted to guide you through every step and give you a tour of our wonderful nursery environment.

We encourage families to visit before making a decision. Visits give you the opportunity to see the nursery environment, meet the team, and learn more about how we support children’s learning and wellbeing. Visits can be arranged by contacting the nursery directly on 07392597296/ 01206617320/ info@angelinasdaycare.co.uk

Our approach is guided by care, inclusion, respect, and high expectations for all children. We aim to create a nurturing environment where children feel secure, confident, and valued, while developing independence, curiosity, and a positive attitude towards learning.

We care for children across the early years, supporting them through each stage of development and helping them prepare confidently for the transition to school.

Yes. We offer government-funded childcare places in line with current eligibility criteria. Our team can guide parents through the funding options available and explain how funding can be used alongside paid sessions.

Yes, we offer government funded childcare places in line with current eligibility criteria. Our team can guide parents through the funding options available and explain how funding can be used alongside paid sessions.

Fees vary depending on your child’s age and the sessions you choose. We are transparent about costs and will provide full fee information when you enquire.

To support children’s settling, routine, and emotional security, we recommend a minimum (2) number of sessions. This helps children form strong relationships and fully benefit from the curriculum.

We value strong partnerships with families. Communication takes place through daily handovers, regular updates, meetings, and shared activities (Family App), ensuring parents feel informed and involved in their child’s development.
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