At Kindred Billericay Nursery and Pre-School, we are passionate about outdoor play. Our children enjoy free flow access to our garden throughout the day giving them the freedom to guide their own learning journey. With plenty to choose from, including our painting corner, sensory activity tables, and mud kitchen they are constantly supported in active exploration and play.
We welcome children from birth giving you the flexibility to return to work earlier and with the peace of mind that your little one is in safe hands.
We are incredibly proud of the strong reputation we hold in the local community, which is reflected in the many families that recommend us to their relatives and friends. We love helping our children connect with the world around them through regular trips to local parks, shops, and the library. Plus, our exciting penpal initiative takes us even further afield as we post and receive letters from our friends in Australia!
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We offer fees that are simple, transparent, and all-inclusive. We proudly accept all childcare funding schemes. Any extra hours of care beyond your funded hours are simply charged at our standard fee rate.
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 3 days £472 |
4 days £886 |
5 days £1,300 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 4 days £64 |
5 days £296 |
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Our consumable charges are clearly itemised allowing you to easily choose what works best for your family. We ensure these fees cover the highest quality provisions including nutritious, home-cooked meals and engaging enrichment activities.
Consumables Charge per Month
Under 3 years old: Food: £31.50, Non-Food: £10.50, Activities: £10.50
Over 3 years old: Food: £71.50, Non-Food: £9.50, Activities: £49.00
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £443 |
3 days £858 |
4 days £1,272 |
5 days £1,687 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £32 |
3 days £264 |
4 days £496 |
5 days £728 |
Our consumable charges are clearly itemised allowing you to easily choose what works best for your family. We ensure these fees cover the highest quality provisions including nutritious, home-cooked meals and engaging enrichment activities.
Consumables Charge per Month
Over 3 years old: Food: £35.75, Non-Food: £4.75, Activities: £24.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £415 |
2 days £829 |
3 days £1,244 |
4 days £1,658 |
5 days £2,073 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £232 |
2 days £464 |
3 days £696 |
4 days £928 |
5 days £1,160 |
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We are located in the west of Billericay near Queen's Park Country Park. We are a 15-minute bus journey and a 5-minute drive from Billericay Centre.
Victoria Hefford
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
My favourite children’s book is The Snail and the Whale. I actually really like whales too!
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous teams! Pure and simple.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training program run by childcare and EYFS experts.
It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! It’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred the incredible, loving place that it is.
Our doors open from 07:00, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast from 07:00. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chef and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
Our morning is filled with plenty of exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, children enjoy a range of enrichment activities, adult-led learning linked to focus topics and child-led play experiences. From loose parts exploration and sensory activities to creative arts, imaginative role play and cosy reading corners, there is truly something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play also forms an important part of the morning, allowing children to build confidence, develop physical skills and explore through active play. A healthy snack is available from 10:00 to keep everyone energised throughout their busy morning.
From 11:30, we enjoy lunch, freshly prepared by our on-site chef. Mealtimes provide a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures. Our seasonal menus offer plenty of choice and are carefully adapted to accommodate individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere using soft lighting, soothing music and cosy bedding to support rest and relaxation. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Whether exploring open-ended resources, engaging in imaginative play or enjoying active time outdoors, every afternoon offers opportunities for discovery and development.
To keep little ones fuelled and ready for all the awe and wonder their days hold, we offer a healthy mid-afternoon snack, including fresh fruit and vegetables alongside other nutritious options. From 16:00, our children enjoy a delicious evening meal before settling into a relaxed period of child-led play, giving them time to unwind and enjoy activities of their own choosing.
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 19:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
We encourage parent engagement by holding regular family events including Parents' Evenings twice a year, festive Christmas stay and plays and other seasonal family fun days such as Mother’s Day and Father's Day.
Our proximity to Buttsbury Primary School allows for a seamless and highly effective transition process. Teachers from the school come over to our setting to meet and interact with the children in a familiar environment. We also take our children over to the school for a visit, allowing them to explore the new environment and meet their teachers with the reassurance of their key person and peers.
We offer a structured three-session settling-in process designed for a gentle transition. During the first session
you and your child meet with the Room Leader in a separate room for a private introduction and complete the 'All About Me' booklet. During the following session you will drop your child off for an hour and a half, allowing them to practice a short period of separation.
During the final session your child stays for an extended three hours to experience a portion of the nursery routine. If your child needs more time to settle, we can easily arrange additional sessions to ensure they are fully happy and secure.
Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to UK regulations to ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment.
Our regulated ratios are as follows:
Babies (Under 2 years): 1 staff member to every 3 children (1:3)
Toddlers (2-3 years): 1 staff member to every 5 children (1:5)
Preschoolers (3-4 years): 1 staff member to every 8 children (1:8)
Yes, we regularly participate in food bank collections working directly with the Billericay Foodbank teaching the children all about kindness and social responsibility.
We believe that providing children with rich and varied learning opportunities from an early age supports their overall development and helps them to thrive. Each week, children will enjoy a thoughtfully planned programme of enrichment activities designed to enhance their nursery experience, spark curiosity, nurture a love of learning and create memorable moments. These additional experiences encourage creativity, support holistic development and provide wonderful learning opportunities that broaden children’s experiences and help them discover more about the world around them.
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“My daughter loves going everyday and has so much fun. She is so well looked after by the staff who are super loving and attentive. Wouldn't send my child anywhere else. The nursery is super clean, food is great and fab range of activities for the child to express themselves in a safe way.”
"We couldn't be happier with this nursery... The level of support and attention given to the children is outstanding. Every member of staff is warm, kind, and incredibly caring, creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can truly thrive. It gives us great peace of mind knowing our child is so well looked after each day."
"We can't recommend Kindred Billericay enough! Our son has grown to love it there and looks forward to his time there. He has a special bond with his key person and the other ladies looking after him. As parents we know he is well looked after and cared for. We love the daily updates and photos we receive, they put our minds at ease."
