A very warm welcome to The Co-operative Childcare.

Here you will find lots of general information that should be useful in getting a feel for the setting, however every child is individual and you will undoubtedly have lots of questions that relate specifically to your child’s needs, interests and their development. A tour of our quality facilities would be highly recommended in order to fully appreciate how the nursery operates and to see first hand the care and attention that each child receives. To arrange a tour, simply use the contact details on this page or pop in to the nursery itself.

At The Co-operative Childcare we never underestimate how difficult a decision it is to leave your child in the care of others and our aim is to ensure that you have all the information you need to make this very important decision.



“Weekly focused observations are recorded in detail and then used well to inform the next steps in the child’s development. Because of this children progress well and their needs are suitably met through a balanced programme that follows the guidance of the Early Years Foundation Stage”

Latest Inspection Date 17/03/2009. To view the full report click here


Our nursery team are friendly, approachable and have attended numerous training courses to enhance their knowledge, enabling them to provide the best care and enjoyable learning experiences for our children. All colleagues are qualified or working towards their qualifications and together they have over 90 years of experience in childcare. Our Nursery Manager Sally has worked at our Tadworth nursery for over 10 years and has vast experience in childcare. There is a dedicated, loyal team of 23 colleagues who help our children to have the best start in life in a brightly refurbished modern nursery setting.


The Co-operative Childcare nursery is a stimulating, safe and secure environment for your child and we pride ourselves on our warm and welcoming atmosphere. There are 4 home rooms within our nursery split into the following age groups: one room for 3 months – 1 year (including a sleep room), one room for 1-2 year olds, one room for the 2-3 year olds and one room for the 3-5 year olds.

The nursery is built on one level and is suitable for wheelchair users.


There are two secure, enclosed, landscaped garden areas which are tastefully sectioned off to provide safe play areas even if all age groups are out at the same time and include covered areas to enable our children to have access to the outdoors in all weather conditions. We aim to provide plenty of opportunities for physical play with a large range of outdoor toys and activities including painting, sand, water play, ball hoops, small trikes, and imaginative play.

The Nursery is situated in beautiful grounds with lots of areas for the children to explore including a nature trail, sensory garden and water fountain. We have 5 drop off bays for parents and carers in the nursery car park.


There are many activities in addition to the core learning and play that takes place at the nursery and supports the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework. These activities are planned in advance and very often with parent participation.


At The Co-operative Childcare we offer a comprehensive package and provide all nappies and food (breakfast, mid morning snack, lunch, mid afternoon snack, tea). We cater for all dietary requirements and allergies and our food is prepared by The Children’s Trust on a four week rotational menu basis. Children always have access to fresh drinking water.


The parents have an information board located in the reception area which has a variety of useful information. In the various 0-3 year olds home rooms they have a feedback sheet which includes the children’s daily information of how they have been, including sleep, food, nappies and anything that they have enjoyed during the day. The 3-5 year olds carers give verbal feedback to the parent on a daily basis. Regular newsletters are sent to parents to keep them updated on up and coming events and we encourage parent participation in many of them. When parents join the nursery they are asked to complete an information from home sheet which will help the key person to settle the child into the nursery environment. Parents evening are offered at regular intervals throughout the year where the child’s key person discusses the child’s development with their parents and there is also an annual survey for parents to give structured feedback on all areas of the nursery.


“We provide a safe, stimulating and happy environment which is well equipped for our children and where all their individual needs are met and their individual goals encouraged.

We are quite a small nursery with beautiful natural surroundings which will help nurture a child’s curiosity. We are very fortunate to be able to access the garden in all weathers. My team are friendly and approachable and will do all they can to help and support parents and their families. The management team is highly qualified and we encourage all the colleagues to develop their knowledge and skills with all permanent members of the team holding a level two or three qualification, those with a level two are working towards their level three at present. There is also a great emphasis on fun and learning through play in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage.

We have a very personal approach in our small nursery and together with our parents; we aim to provide our children with the best possible start in life”