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Holly Corner, Colchester Kindergarten

Creating an environment where children can be curious learners!

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Holly Corner Essex

Kindergarten

104 Shrub End Road
Colchester
Essex
CO3 4RX

Opening Times:

Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 18:00

To book a tour our Customer Care Team are available during Christmas! Christmas Opening Times

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Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester’s amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike.

There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Center, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway.

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Holly Corner Kindergarten

Holly Corner Kindergarten is housed in a charming, converted home, thoughtfully designed to cater to children across three distinct age groups. We provide exceptional childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Our nursery fosters a calm atmosphere with a strong emphasis on natural resources, inspiring children to become curious, independent thinkers. Through exploration, supported by our dedicated and experienced team, children thrive in their learning.

We are particularly proud of our beautiful outdoor area, offering ample space and a dedicated nature zone for children to explore and connect with the environment.

At Holly Corner, we highly value our partnerships with parents, working closely with families to support every child in our care.

Nursery Facilities

Meals & Snacks

We provide healthy meals and snacks as well as fresh water and milk. Our menus are seasonal and are certified by a children’s dietician ensuring the right balance of ingredients for the children. All dietary requirements are catered for by our professional chefs.

Outdoor Garden

Our outdoor space offers an environment to explore and develop and provides a place where imagination comes to life.

Fees & Availability

Nursery fees are dependent on the age of your child and your specific childcare requirements. Funding options are available, including the government’s 15 and 30 hours funded childcare, and we also accept the Government Tax Free Childcare Scheme and childcare vouchers.

To request pricing and availability, please call us or complete the request a call back form below.

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How we learn at Holly Corner Kindergarten

Babies

  • Our baby room offers the perfect place to begin your child’s nursery journey
  • We offer as many settling in sessions as you and your child need to feel safe and happy in a new environment. This is the start of us building a long-standing relationship with your family, ensuring secure bonds between child and nursery team
  • We offer a stimulating environment and a variety of resources for our babies to explore, develop and discover through play
  • We promote sensory play from a very young age, helping children to make sense of the world by connecting what they see, hear, smell, touch and feel. We have a focus on natural resources and continue this ethos throughout the nursery.
  • In our reading corner the children have access to a library of books and stories, music, and rhymes introducing early literacy and communication skills
  • We promote movement and balance and focus on early wellbeing awareness and relaxation exercises. The children have the opportunity to learn yoga, to bring a focus to early wellbeing awareness and relaxation exercises.

Toddlers

  • Our toddler room is where our toddlers can thrive as they become more independent and curious
  • We feel it is important to offer a range of natural resources and provide plenty of messy play opportunities to encourage learning through creative play
  • In our library area we have a selection of age-appropriate reading resources to encourage communication and develop language and literacy skills
  • We encourage independence and free thinking by allowing the children to choose and lead activities carefully guided by our practitioners
  • We promote physical creativity through music and movement which is key in helping to develop children’s fine motor skills. Our children enjoy activities such as yoga and sports sessions to build on large motor skills and physical development.
  • We continue to promote early wellbeing awareness and relaxation techniques to help our children understand their thoughts and feelings
  • Being part of the local community is important and we regularly take part in local events and support local charities

Preschool

  • Our preschool room supports ‘school readiness’ through a wide range of quality resources and equipment that promote all areas of the EYFS including maths and literacy
  • We embed maths and literacy into everyday routines providing opportunities for letter and number recognition
  • We give encouragement and praise to our children inspiring them to investigate and be curious of the world around them
  • We promote an inclusive environment where we take part in a variety of cultural and international celebrations
  • We work on whole body movements to develop large motor skills, co-ordination, balance, and strength
  • We provide a dedicated space for children to learn in small groups allowing focus and concentration as our practitioners deliver activities preparing children for their next step into school.

Outdoor Space

  • In our garden children can wander, climb, splash, and run in our educationally designed outdoor learning area.
  • Our children have access into the garden which is essential for healthy development and wellbeing and our outdoor equipment encourages physical development and challenges
  • Our outdoor space allows children to understand and take risks which helps to build their confidence, independence, and eagerness to learn
  • Our children are introduced to important life skills and encouraged to try new things through play and exploration, through activities such as role play, water play and investigative play
  • We promote a ‘grow your own’ initiative providing spaces in our garden for children to plant their own vegetables, herbs, plants, and flowers
  • We use natural materials such as sand and mud to promote discovery and imaginative play
  • Our nature area allows children to explore a woodlands style environment, engaging in forest school-type activities and learning how to care for the natural world.

Our Team

ManagerDeputy ManagerTeam

Zoe Lewis

Joined: 2015

I have worked in Early Years since 2006 and during this time I have studied for and gained my level 3 and BA degree in Early Years. I love leading the team at Holly Corner and supporting the staff to deliver high quality care and education to the children.

Kelsey Davies

Joined: 2019

I have been the Deputy Manager at Holly Corner since 2019, previously working at one of our sister nurseries. I support the Nursery Manager to develop practice across the nursery and run the nursery in her absence. I love working directly with the children and supporting their development through a range of fun activities!

Our Team

Our nursery has a lovely family feel which makes it a wonderful place for your child to grow, learn and play. We have a passionate team, who aim to create something special and different, ensuring all children are nurtured, cared for, and inspired with their individual needs in mind.

We have a dedicated senior team who support the nursery management in striving for delivering excellence by enriching home from home environments with an expertly trained team.

All staff complete comprehensive training, further developing their knowledge and understanding of children’s development, covering all key aspects in keeping children safe.

We can provide advice and support for all our families on a vast range of topics by pulling together our combined experience.

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Saturday 18th January 2025 (9am-1pm)

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Food & Nutrition

Our delicious, healthy and nutritious food is sourced from trusted suppliers and prepared and cooked by our onsite chef. All dietary and religious needs are met.

Our experienced team would love to meet you and your little one, so book a visit today and we will show you everything our nursery has to offer during your own personal tour at a time to suit you.

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