Thank you for your interest in our Nursery, we hope your association with us will be a happy and fulfilling one, where your child will make excellent developmental progress, become an active learner and possess a thirst for knowledge.

Hickory dickorys opened in 1999 by Sharon Johnson & Trudy Hobbs for their own children who have thrived and grown into confident and happy teenagers. Sharon & Trudy have worked in the Early Years Sector for well over 20 years, they both remain passionate about the importance and relevance of Early Years Development and Care and the positive impact, this care has on a child's future growth and success. Sharon & Trudy work day to day in the nursery overseeing the smooth running, this helps maintain a high standard of care and promotes a strong relationship with the Team and Parents.

The nursery is located in Cheltenham Town Centre within walking distance of many shops and park areas. The nursery operates in a four storey Regency building catering for 40 children a day, promoting small and familiar groups, which enhances the relationship between each child and their Key Person. The feeling within the nursery is homely, inviting, relaxing, happy and above all fun!

The nursery prides itself on providing superb quality Day Care for Parents and children in a relaxed, stimulating and caring atmosphere. All the Team at Hickory Dickorys are kind, friendly , honest and approachable, and above all, interested in you, as Parents to help with the continuity of wonderful care you have given your child in the most important first months or even years of their lives. The Team are chosen for their experience, qualifications but most of all for their commitment in providing a loving and caring environment for your child.

We believe in children, they are our future, we can make a huge difference in their lives, working together as a team ensuirng our children grow happily, successfully and confidently.

We have been registered with OFSTED since opening the Nursery, we received an 'OUTSTANDING' in our latest Ofsted inspection in June 2010. Everyone involved with the nursery has worked together tirelessly as a team to make Hickory Dickorys a setting of Excellence.

We are members of PATA and National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) plus we were awarded the Investors In Children Accreditation in 2004.

To offer superb quality day care for parents / carers and children in a relaxed, friendly and homely atmosphere.

• We will work together in partnership with you the parents / carer to ensure that your child receives the best possible start in life.
• We are approachable and interested in you, as parents and the development and achievements of your child.
• We offer varied approaches to learning, most suited to your child's individual abilities and extend upon previously learned knowledge.
• We provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to explore and extend their knowledge freely and safely.
• Acceptable behaviour is fostered through the encouragement of thinking and caring for others and to respond to their emotions in positive ways.
• We promote self esteem in every child and to praise and reward every achievement however small.
• We have high standards of skills to encourage independence thus aiding that important step into school life.
• We are an equal opportunities establishment where all children and adults are treated as individuals and we respect differences in languages, Culture and special needs/disabilities.
• We provide qualified, experienced practitioners who are well trained, motivated and enthusiastic in caring for your child.