Manor House Nursery

Manor House School, Manor House Lane, Little Bookham, Leatherhead KT23 4EN
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  • Manor House Nursery, Leatherhead
Manor House Nursery is located in a purpose-built area within the grounds of the private, independent girls' school, Manor House School in Bookham.

The nursery school is open to boys and girls. There are two Nursery class rooms; a Nursery room and Kindergarten room, both of which are connected to an all-weather enclosed playground and adjacent to an Orchard Garden. This contains a much loved pirate ship and lots of climbing apparatus! Children benefit from Forest School, held in the beautiful grounds in the outdoor classroom, The Dell as well as lessons from specialist subject teachers in French, Music, Physical Education, Drama and Dance.

Nursery children are fortunate enough to be part of a vibrant and challenging whole school community where great emphasis is placed on outdoor learning.

Staff take a highly structured approach to each and every child so that they are able to progress, achieve and participate, using the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework with elements of Montessori practice.

The nursery offers extended holiday provision to families.

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Funding & Fees

From £595 depending on the number of sessions required.
Please visit the Admissions page of the School website for a link to the fee information.

Opening days/hours are: 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, term time.
We also offer Holiday cover for current pupils.
Funded hours can be accessed in the afternoon, between 12:30pm and 3:30pm daily.
At Manor House Nursery School you can access a term time only place over 34 weeks.
Term dates and fees are published on the school website.
Any combination of sessions is available throughout a week as long as the minimum number of
sessions is met, as follows:
2-3 sessions or 1-1.5 days from the second birthday.
4 sessions or 2 days from the start of the term in which the third birthday falls.
5 sessions or 2.5 days from the start of the term in which the fourth birthday falls.
Morning sessions are available for 3-4 years olds upon request.


Manor House Nursery School is registered with Surrey County Council to offer funded early
education. At the beginning of each funded period (term), you will need to complete and sign the
Parental Declaration Form to confirm that funded entitlement can be claimed on your behalf, with
relevant copies of identification such as birth certificate and passport.


At Manor House Nursery School the Universal Entitlement (15 hours) is offered, which is available
for all three- and four-year-olds the term after the child’s 3rd birthday. There are no criteria attached;
parents do not need to apply.
These funded hours can be accessed in the afternoon, between 12:30pm and 3:30pm daily. The
funded hours can be accessed independently, without the requirement to book additional paid
sessions, and are provided without any mandatory extra charges.


The school term for the academic year 2025-26 is 34 weeks long and therefore the maximum
entitlement for the year is 510 hours.

Contact Manor House Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Contact Manor House Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Manor House School
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in Charge

  • Melanie Luke (Nursery Manager)

Admission Information

  • 2 years

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 6

Registered Charity Number

  • 312063

Total Places for Children

  • 45

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Nursery Closure Periods

Parking

  • Parking is in the gravel car park outside the Nursery and Prep entry gate.

Manor House Nursery Reviews (43)

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Manor House Nursery has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.217) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Manor House Nursery has 43 reviews.

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Review from Laura N (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Manor House is a lovely place for any child. My daughter moved quite suddenly mid year from another preschool and she absolutely loves it there. The staff are very supportive and approachable. The activities are engaging and always enjoyed.
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Review from Alyssia S (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter loved Manor House from the day she started, at the age of two. The warm and nurturing environment set my mind at rest leaving her for the first time, and I have always felt confident with the support and care given from every single teacher. The days are suitably structured and I am impressed
with the array of activities and lessons provided.
Manor House is a wonderful place to learn in a beautiful setting. I don’t think our daughter will ever want to leave!
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Review from Victoria G (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one settled like a dream when she started at Manor House Nursery. Probably because each and every member of the team are so welcoming and reassuring. You know your child is settled and happy in a wonderful environment when they can’t wait to go in each day and don’t particularly want to leave
either!
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Review from Alison B (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter always has such a lovely time at kindergarten at Manor House Nursery.
She enjoys so many of the activities, with such a lovely team of teachers.
It is a wonderful caring environment with a real home from home feel.
We couldn’t be happier with what she has achieved so far.
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Review from Angelina P (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Extremely happy with my child’s development. Always excited to go to nursery. Nothing whatsoever to complain about.
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Review from Lucy S-M (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 3 daughters have attended Manor House Nursery.
It is friendly and welcoming and has given the very best start to our children's education over the past 8 years. The Nursery is a safe, nurturing, fun, loving environment, with a varied and stimulating timetable with expert teaching in an array of
subjects that the children can't get enough of!
Close bonds are maintained with teachers, creating friendships and caring for each other is top of the agenda. Children are supported and encouraged to be independent including personal hygiene, they have so much fun lunching together and are able to try something new, so great for fussy eaters!
Parental support and guidance have lightened the load of parenting and we can not thank the Nursery team enough! We are amazed by how much little people learn and love the exciting atmosphere, the children are very well prepared for the next chapter in their education.
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Review from G H (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fabulous nursery in a wonderful setting with caring and friendly staff, always approachable and with a smile on their face. My son loves coming to nursery here. The range of learning and activities is vast and appealing to the children.
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Review from Jacqueline D (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son took a while to settle in before his brother was born but all the staff were fantastic and so reassuring that he would be Ok. They were right he now can't wait to get to nursery and has such a great time there. He is learning so much including French at the age of 3, yoga class once a week and
Forest school which he absolutely loves!
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Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started Manor House Nursery for three days a week from the age of 29 months. The caring staff helped him to settle in very quickly. He is very happy there and the simulating and varied curriculum has helped him to thrive. His vocabulary has developed rapidly and the themed learning approach means
that he has an impressive understanding of subjects like space and shapes. He thoroughly enjoys the timetable and gets the opportunity to be taught by very experienced nursery teachers and a range of other specialist teachers in PE, music, performing arts and cooking. Everyday I pick him up and he has something exciting to show or tell me. Every morning he is happy to go, and even in the holidays, he says he wants to go to nursery.
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Review from Jasmin (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very impressed with the standard of Manor House Nursery and Kindergarten. My daughter settled in very quickly and looks forward to going to school. The staff go above and beyond and really care about the children.
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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter loves going to nursery. The staff are so warm and welcoming and when she was struggling to settle at first they were so patient and understanding.
The daily routine and lessons are fantastic and give a wide variety of activities throughout the day. I would wholeheartedly recommend Manor
House as the perfect start in life and education. We can't thank them enough for encouraging our daughters new found confidence.
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Review from Lindy L P (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at the nursery earlier on this year and she is so happy there. It is such a lovely nursery, with very caring staff and in a beautiful setting.
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Review from Philippa W (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Manor House Nursery for more than 6 months and absolutely loves it! The facilities and outdoor play area are fantastic, the staff are great and the activities on offer, such as Ballet, French, Cooking are an added bonus.


I would highly recommend Manor House Nursery to other

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Review from Lesley D (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Manor House Nursery is a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment made even more incredible by the manager and the other staff who work so hard to make the children's first years memorable, fulfilling and above all fun! The children thrive educationally, socially and start to become confident little
people! Thank you, Manor House Nursery.
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Review from Claire D (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is such a great place - friendly, caring, supportive, and well resourced. I have a daughter who will be moving on to school in September. She's having such a good time here. Her interests are catered for, she is encouraged to try her hand at everything on offer. There is a nice balance between
indoor and outdoor activity. The extended provision is excellent for when I need to work a longer day, too. Highly recommend.
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Review from Shaista A (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A Stimulating environment for my daughter. She thoroughly enjoys her time spent there and looks forward it. Staff are very friendly and attentive to children's needs. I know my child is in safe hands and her needs are being looked after by the best people.
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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The Manager and her team really are making Baby Bees and Busy Bees a “home from home.” Both my daughters loved it!
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Review from Bookham (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I moved my daughter from one of top nurseries in the area to Manor House as felt the previous nursery was getting very crowded - she was in Manor House nursery for a year and it was just wonderful. She was very very very happy and it was a great preparation for reception. So many benefits to it being
part of a bigger school - they have now extended the offering to boys and extended hours for working parents - it's a no brainier if you are in the area and looking for a nursery. Couldn't recommend it more :-)
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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 2 1/2 year old started this term and has had a brilliant experience. She has never been apart from me but after just a few sessions settle quickly and have made friends. She trusts and likes the staff. Today she is even on a school outing. So happy our daughter goes here. We love it. Staff make
children feel special and really cared for. What more could a parent ask for?
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined Manor House Nursery in September 2016 and settled quicker than I could have imagined - just 2 days! The staff are wonderfully friendly and attentive and the girls do a wonderful array of activities each session. We couldn't be happier with our choice and would highly recommend Manor
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.217)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.217) out of 10 for Manor House Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 5.000 for Manor House Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (70 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 70 Ratings = 5
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.217 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Manor House Nursery is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 = 3.55
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 45 number of registered child places is 9. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 9 = 0.667
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Meet the Team (6)

Phoebe

Phoebe Alloway

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager and Nursery Class Leader

Tarama

Tarama Wright

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager and Kindergarten class leader

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Alice Sparks

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice

Nursery Apprentice

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Amy Langford

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

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Katie Zentner

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

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Matthew Grieves

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

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