Little minds and big dreams come together:
Nestled in the heart of Herongate, just 3 miles from Brentwood Town Centre and 2 miles from West Horndon Train Station, Tiddles Day Nursery unfolds a story of warmth, tranquility, and vibrant learning.
Our haven is designed to be more than just a childcare centre – it’s a haven where children flourish, develop, and revel in the joy of learning through both guided and free play. From the tender age of 6 months to the final years of Junior school, we tailor our activities to cater to all age groups, fostering a harmonious environment where every child can enjoy play together.
In our spacious and well-equipped garden, the backdrop to many of our activities, the outdoors become a canvas for exploration and interaction with nature. We believe that the open air is a source of inspiration, offering a dynamic space for growth and discovery.
Committed to the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), we meticulously follow and implement its guidelines. Monitoring your child’s progress is not just a task for us – it’s a promise. We utilise various means to communicate their development journey to you, ensuring your active involvement in your child’s growth during their time at Tiddles Day Nursery.
Understanding the significance of comfort and confidence, both for parents and children, we extend a warm invitation for you to visit us. Come and meet our dedicated staff, explore our nurturing setting, and become a part of the Tiddles story – where each chapter is a celebration of childhood and learning.
meet the team
Nursery Director and Practitioner
Owner of Tiddles Day Nursery since 2012. As the owner and childcare practitioner, her ambition is to create a high-quality setting, with highly qualified staff to provide support to all children and their families. She opened her home as a childminder in 2012 and has expanded the business to provide a Early Years Provider within Herongate. She continuously strives to provide childcare for all children and to support them with their development and ensuring they receive high-quality care and opportunities to learn, develop, feel safe and secure. Working in partnership with parents and carers is also at the forefront of the practice and making families feel confident and comfortable with their childcare requests.
Level 3 Diploma ‘Children and Young People’s work force’
Safeguarding Level 3 – Designated Person for Child Protection in Early Years Settings
Eklan – Level 2 Supporting Language & Learning for 0-3 years
SENCO – Level 3 in Early Years (PVI Sector)
Persona Doll Understanding and Implementing Training
Best Practice Room leader
Business Mapping – Effective Management & Developing workforce
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Business and Administration
Deputy Manager and Practitioner
Kasha joined Tiddles Childcare in 2014. Our designated lead in Speech Language & Communication and has supported many children with their development needs. She ensures that all staff undergo Safer Recruitment process. Her background of working in science previously to becoming a childcare practitioner, engages the children’s curiosity and extends their knowledge of the world and environment. Kasha is fluent in Polish as well as English.
Level 3 Diploma ‘Early Years Educator’
Safeguarding Level 3 – Designated Person for Child Protection in Early Years
Settings
Eklan – Level 3 Supporting Language & Learning for 3-5 years
Safer Recruitment Officer
Best Practice Room leader
Designated Person for child protection in Early Years Settings – Level 3 (Prevent referrals)
Supervisor/Room Leader and Practitioner
Abbi joined Tiddles Day Nursery in 2021. With a background of working in office management and wanting to explore her love for working this Children. She first worked for Tiddles Day Nursery whilst completing her A-Level/Diploma, supporting children’s learning, and providing a homework club. She is currently working towards her Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner and is keen to continue her understanding as an Early Years Lead Practitioner to Level 6 Qualification Early Years Provider
Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner – Working towards
ENCO Lead
Speech, Language and Communication Training
Best Practice Room leader
Effective Transition in Early Years
Resident Dog at Tiddles Day Nursery
Chewy is a Border Terrier and joined Tiddles Day Nursery in 2018 as an eight week old puppy. He enjoys spending control/monitored time with the children under a no pet no play scheme. Children are educated within the setting about how to care for dogs, understanding boundaries and learning important safety knowledge on how to be around dogs inside and outside of the setting. He enjoys circle/story time and likes to play football on his own in the garden. We follow health and safety regulations and monitor hygiene within the setting when chewy enjoys the outdoor space.
