From babies to
pre-school, our
services are
fully inclusive,
caring & highly
professional
The Babies department
If your baby is between 6 weeks and 1 year they will be cared for in our dedicated Baby department. Our Baby department is well-equipped with everything your little one could possibly need. We have calming sleep areas that are equipped with multiple sleeping options to complement your little ones daily routine. The department have consistent, fully trained professional ready to greet your little ones into our setting.
We know how hard it is to leave your little ones but hopefully we can make it that little easier! In this department we offer lots of sensory activities from sand and water, to light play, as well as music and movement. Babies even have their own dining room and sheltered outdoor play area. Once your baby has reached 1 year old or mobile they will then progress to our Tweenies department.
The Tweenies department
Our Tweenies have a brilliant large department which has lots of open space and natural lighting. The department has endless opportunities for children to explore, including lots of malleable play. Language and communication is especially important at this age, our practitioners will endeavour to help your little ones progress and have lots of fun whilst learning new skills and words.
Activities and learning include:
- Painting
- Musical Instruments
- Messy Play
- Mud Kitchen
- Play-dough
- Sand and Water play
- Role play areas, Book Area, Quiet corner & table top activities
- Outside activity groups
The Toddlers department
With high quality equipment and plenty of activities your child will have lots to explore. In this department we follow early childhood play, learning and care pathways, where there is a vast emphasis on belonging, communication, exploration, physical & wellbeing. This department is open plan, allowing the children to roam around the room and explore their interests. We also continue this approach in the outdoors.
Throughout this department we offer:
- Messy play; sand, water, crafts and sensory play
- Block play and construction
- Role play/dressing up
- Bikes and bubble cars
- Small world
- Cosy corner
- Physical activities
- Loose parts
The Pre-school department
We provide a well-balanced authentic environment for your child to make friends and develop into bright individuals ready for their first days in primary school. The department has a designated team of qualified professionals, including 2 teachers who all share their passions for early years. We have been part of the ‘foundation phase’ since 2008, and continue to deliver FREE education to all children eligible. Preschool children are the drivers to their own learning and they love nothing more than exploring our large garden. Their day is individually set up to cater for their needs and interests. Parents have a large involvement with their children’s learning and nursery life. We have great reports from CIW and ESTYN. Facilities and learning include:
- Arts and Crafts
- Quiet Area
- Role Play area
- Outdoor Play Area
- Sand and Water play
- I.C.T Equipment
- Mud Kitchen
- Cars and Bikes
- Block Play
- Woodwork
- Forest School & Cookery
- Astro Turf Area (Tennis / Netball / Football)
Kids club services
Our Kids club is registered for 50 children and provides a breakfast and afterschool club during term time, taking children to and from school. We have 3 private transport vehicles, all practitioners are DBS checked, hold a childcare qualification and receive driver training from us. The kids club is open during half terms and most teacher training days all on a pay as you go service.
Some of our features include:-
- A large hall area for board games, technology, construction, group games, pool table and graffiti wall.
- A seated area for cooking activities.
- Creative zone and a calm reading area.
- Outdoor area
The children are encouraged to investigate various topics including religious celebrations, science projects and good citizenship.
During the term time, we offer a breakfast club which is open 8am -9am. Toast and a selection of cereals are offered with a drink of milk or water.
There is opportunity for the children to have a short play before they leave for school. Below is a list of the schools we currently provide school runs to.
- Glan Usk
- St Julian’s
- Ysgol Gymraeg Casnewydd
- Eveswell
- Ysgol Bro Teyrnon
- St Joseph’s.
If your school is not listed – please enquire…
At the end of the school day we will collect the children and transport them back to the Kids Club, either by using our nursery private people carriers, practitioner vehicles or by foot for the closer nurseries and schools. All vehicles are equipped with correct booster seats, seat belts and appropriate insurance and safety checks to transport children to and from school.
Once all the children have safely arrived at kids club a light tea is served before a selection of activities are set out for the children to play. Whilst we are open during the holidays, please be aware that we do not open during bank holidays (You will not be charged for these days)
Our opening hours and prices are as follows:
Term Time
Early Start 7.30am-8.00am £2.50
Breakfast and take to school 8.00am-9.00am £9.00
Pick up and tea 3.00pm-6.00pm £14.00
Morning sessions include breakfast and
afternoon sessions include a light tea.
Holiday Club
Morning session 8.00am-1.00pm £18.00
Afternoon session 1.00pm-6.00pm £18.00
Full Day 8.00am-6.00pm £30.00
Day Session 8.00am-4.00pm £26.00
Morning sessions include breakfast and a lunch can
be provided at a cost of £3.00 per day, alternatively
you can provide a packed lunch if you would prefer.
Afternoon sessions include a light tea.
What our parents say
My little boy started at Archway Court Day Nursery when he was a little over 1, I am sure like all parents we were apprehensive about what to expect, made worse by the fact we w...
Catherine D (Mother of Child)
We have used Archway Court Nursery for both of our children since 2016. We had tried other nurseries prior to Archway with my eldest, but he had never settled anywhere and would...
Sophie P (Mother of Child)
My little boy loves going to nursery, he is always so excited and never wants to leave when it is home time. Everyone is really nice and you get updates of what your child had f...
Aleksandra A (Mother of Child)
My son is four and has attended this nursery since he was nine months old. I can’t thank the girls enough for the care they give him and the other children. He loves them ...
Jeni C (Mother of Child)
Such a wonderful nursery with wonderful staff. They put such effort into making sure this is a wonderful place for the children to learn and play. We have been using Archway Cou...
Lauren F (Mother of Child)
Archway Court Day Nursery provides a home from home experience. I feel reassured my daughter’s needs are being met. The staff are always on hand to answer any queries quic...
Corraine L (Mother of Child)
Brilliant service, always go above and beyond to look after little one. Has a range of activities daily and a range of food daily. Help develop little one, he’s really come a ...
Jemma J (Mother of Child)
Lovely nursery, with great and welcoming staff. My daughter is really happy to go there every day, she has lots of fun and enjoys herself. Every time my daughter attends they do...
Jelena Z (Mother of Child)
Both my children have attended Archway Court Day Nursery. My eldest is at preschool level and my youngest for toddlers and preschool. Archway Court Day Nursery have good communi...
Linzi L (Mother of Child)
My daughter joined the nursery when she was around nine months old, I visited a few nurseries before deciding on Archway Court Day Nursery. From the first visit, the children se...
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