
I would recommend the nursery to everyone. Thank you to all in the baby room!!T W(Mother of Child)

Staff are always so welcoming and happy to talk about your child's day and overall development.Laura B(Mother of Child)

Communication is excellent. Staff are always so welcomingLaura B(Mother of Child)

I would recommend the nursery to everyone. Thank you to all in the baby room!!T W(Mother of Child)

Staff are always so welcoming and happy to talk about your child's day and overall development.Laura B(Mother of Child)

Communication is excellent. Staff are always so welcomingLaura B(Mother of Child)

Nära Charlbury Nursery School is inspired by the Icelandic approach to early years education and places outdoor learning and a strong connection with nature at the heart of children's development. Surrounded by trees and open green spaces, it provides a peaceful environment where children can explore, build confidence and develop a strong sense of wellbeing through meaningful experiences in nature.
The nursery is committed to building close, trusting relationships with every...
Nära Charlbury Nursery School is inspired by the Icelandic approach to early years education and places outdoor learning and a strong connection with nature at the heart of children's development. Surrounded by trees and open green spaces, it provides a peaceful environment where children can explore, build confidence and develop a strong sense of wellbeing through meaningful experiences in nature.
The nursery is committed to building close, trusting relationships with every family, creating a consistent and reassuring experience for both children and parents. By working in partnership with families, it ensures each child feels supported, understood and secure throughout their early years journey.
The nursery is led by a knowledgeable and experienced leadership team that provides consistent guidance and support for children, families and staff. Their expertise helps foster a calm, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to grow, explore and develop at their own pace.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Storal
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amelia Layton (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 16
Total Places for Children
- 55
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Parking
- There is ample parking available onsite for families, staff and visitors.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Nära Charlbury Nursery School Reviews (10)
Nära Charlbury Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.558) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nära Charlbury Nursery School has 10 reviews.
The care and reassurance Nara Charlbury provides is wonderful. My little girl is so happy and settled there and I am so grateful for the love the ladies there clearly give her. She is thriving there and I would recommend the nursery to everyone. Thank you to all in the baby room!!
The care and reassurance Nara Charlbury provides is wonderful. My little girl is so happy and settled there and I am so grateful for the love the ladies there clearly give her. She is thriving there and I would recommend the nursery to everyone. Thank you to all in the baby room!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your little girl is so happy and settled at Nara Charlbury.
I cannot recommend the baby room at Nara Charlbury enough! My daughter started here when she was 9 months old, and I was naturally a bit nervous about the transition. However, I was blown away by how quickly she settled in; the environment is so nurturing that she felt at home almost...
There are a few things that really set this nursery apart:
The Staff: The team is incredibly friendly, warm, and professional. You can tell they genuinely care about the children, which gave me so much peace of mind from day one.
The Space: The baby room itself is a beautiful, calming, and well-designed space. It's clearly been thought out to encourage exploration while staying cozy.
Weaning Support: They have been amazing partners in our weaning journey, following our lead and supporting her development with food so patiently.
Flexibility: They have been so accommodating and flexible with our needs, which is a huge help for working parents.
My daughter absolutely loves her nursery days
Our team takes great pride in creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment, so it's wonderful to know that...
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter settled in so quickly and that you feel confident in the care she receives in our baby room.Our team takes great pride in creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment, so it's wonderful to know that the support with weaning, the flexibility, and the overall space have made such a positive difference for your family. Your kind words mean a lot to all of us and will be shared with the team. They'll be delighted to hear how much your daughter is enjoying her nursery days!
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to continuing to support your daughter's growth and development every day.
Nara Charlbury is a wonderful nursery setting. My son attended from the age of 10 months until 2.5yrs and was looked after so beautifully. He thrived at the nursery and the nursery staff were warm, loving, attentive, and very supportive to me as a parent. I felt comfortable and confident leaving...
Nara Charlbury is a wonderful nursery setting. My son attended from the age of 10 months until 2.5yrs and was looked after so beautifully. He thrived at the nursery and the nursery staff were warm, loving, attentive, and very supportive to me as a parent. I felt comfortable and confident leaving him in their care while I had to go back to work. The manager Amelia is outstanding, and a true gatekeeper and responsible figure at the helm. I always knew that the children and nursery staff were being looked after and cared for to a very high standard. The meals and food throughout the day were exceptional and this is a major part that I will miss. My son wouid eat two or three helpings of his yummy home cooked lunches and teas at Nära and he was always so happy when I watched him eating with his peers around the table when I arrived early for pick up. Thank you very much for giving my son such a good start. Marina
Thank you so much, Marina, for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. It has been a real pleasure to care for your son, and we're so proud to hear how much he thrived during his time with us at Nra Charlbury.
Your kind words about our team mean a great deal. Creating a...
Thank you so much, Marina, for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. It has been a real pleasure to care for your son, and we're so proud to hear how much he thrived during his time with us at Nra Charlbury.
Your kind words about our team mean a great deal. Creating a warm, nurturing, and supportive environment for both children and parents is at the heart of everything we do. We will be sure to share your lovely feedback with the whole team, who will be so touched by your recognition.
We're especially pleased to hear how much your son enjoyed mealtimes with his friends. Our chef takes great pride in preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals, and it's wonderful to know these were such a happy part of his day.
Thank you for trusting us with such an important chapter in your son's early years. We wish you and your family every happiness as he continues his journey.
Our little one is so happy at Nara Charlbury! He is so excited every morning when he arrives. Staff work really hard to make sure the interests of each individual are known and activities planned accordingly. Communication is excellent. Staff are always so welcoming and happy to talk about your...
Our little one is so happy at Nara Charlbury! He is so excited every morning when he arrives. Staff work really hard to make sure the interests of each individual are known and activities planned accordingly. Communication is excellent. Staff are always so welcoming and happy to talk about your child's day and overall development. We highly recommend Nara Charlbury!
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're absolutely delighted to hear how happy your little one is at Nra Charlbury. Knowing that children arrive excited and settled means so much to our whole team.
Our educators work hard to truly understand each child's interests and development, so it's...
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're absolutely delighted to hear how happy your little one is at Nra Charlbury. Knowing that children arrive excited and settled means so much to our whole team.
Our educators work hard to truly understand each child's interests and development, so it's wonderful to hear that this has been reflected in the activities planned and the care your child receives. We're also really pleased that you've found our communication strong, as building open and trusting relationships with families is incredibly important to us.
Thank you for taking the time to recommend us, your feedback is genuinely appreciated by the entire team.
I have a 1 year old and feel very comfortable leaving my child with the friendly staff at Nara. My toddler is just started going there a day a week as the can accommodate all year around and for later pick ups. Thank you
I have a 1 year old and feel very comfortable leaving my child with the friendly staff at Nara. My toddler is just started going there a day a week as the can accommodate all year around and for later pick ups. Thank you
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that you feel comfortable leaving your little one with us. Creating a safe and welcoming environment for children and parents alike is always our priority.It's great to know that our year-round care is supporting your family, and we look forward to continuing to be part of your child's journey as they grow and thrive with us.
Eight months ago our son started in Nära and we can honestly said we can't find any problems at all. The staff have always been amazing and very nice to the kids. Our son loves to go there, loves the food they cooked and enjoy a lot in the playground. Everything is in a very good condition and...
For a first experience nursery our child and ourselves are very happy.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Our team were so thrilled to hear how happy you are with the care you are receiving and how happy your son is at our nursery!
My son has been attending Nära Charlbury since December 2024, and our experience has been exceptional. The staff's dedication to caring for and nurturing each child is apparent in their warm greetings and personalised attention. They know each child and parent by name and are well-acquainted with...
My son has been attending Nära Charlbury since December 2024, and our experience has been exceptional. The staff's dedication to caring for and nurturing each child is apparent in their warm greetings and personalised attention. They know each child and parent by name and are well-acquainted with the children's individual needs and preferences. We receive regular contact throughout the day regarding our child's activities and well-being, and we also receive observations and feedback as he progresses into new milestones. As my son started nursery on the earlier side, the staff have been very supportive as we navigated feeding him solids, weaning and improving his sleep routine. The nursery also provides nutritious meals and engages the children in creative activities, both indoors and outdoors, fostering a safe and stimulating environment for exploration. Seeing our son thrive and feel so at home at Nära is everything to us, and we are very happy with our choice.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear how happy you are with the nursery and that you have been so well supported by our incredible team.
Nara Charlbury has been a breath of fresh air for our family. My four-month-old started in February, and from day one, the warmth and care from the staff were incredible. Amelia was so understanding when I wasn't ready in January, offering support without pressure. The entire team is kind,...
Nara Charlbury has been a breath of fresh air for our family. My four-month-old started in February, and from day one, the warmth and care from the staff were incredible. Amelia was so understanding when I wasn't ready in January, offering support without pressure. The entire team is kind, attentive, and truly knows every child and their family. The nursery is spotless, constantly cleaned beyond expectations. A particular staff member is so sweet, and the chef is amazing-she accommodates my daughter's allergies perfectly. Two particular staff members are truly meant for this work, creating a nurturing space. I highly recommend Nara Charlbury for exceptional childcare! Well done to every single one of the staff members from the toddler room to the the person who cleans. I would highly recommend you send your child here. They will be loved and cherished.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It means so much to our incredible staff team to hear this kind of feedback and we are absolutely delighted to hear how happy you are with the nursery.
Lovely nursery, all staff are well trained and very compassionate. All areas of the nursery are busy with activities which are rotated which is amazing. Child always comes home happy and as a parent I am always updated through the app.
Lovely nursery, all staff are well trained and very compassionate. All areas of the nursery are busy with activities which are rotated which is amazing. Child always comes home happy and as a parent I am always updated through the app.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear how pleased you are with the nursery and that your child is so happy with us.
We joined today to the messy play which was really fun for the children. They had a lot of fun. Very creative activities. Good for the parents to meet other parents too. We look forward to the next meeting.
We joined today to the messy play which was really fun for the children. They had a lot of fun. Very creative activities. Good for the parents to meet other parents too. We look forward to the next meeting.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed our recent community event and that you rate the nursery so highly. We look forward to welcoming you to future events!
Child Vacancies
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 18 Aug 2026
We’re so happy to share that Nära Nurseries has joined the Storal family. Their two much?loved settings in Oxfordshire bring us to 57 nurseries across England, offering more than 5,800...
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Meet the Team (1)

With nearly 40 years of experience working with children and families, I feel incredibly passionate...
Hello, I’m Amelia – welcome to Nära Charlbury.With nearly 40 years of experience working with children and families, I feel incredibly passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued and supported. I also know how important it is for families to feel reassured and confident in the care their children receive, and building those trusting relationships is at the heart of everything we do.
My interest in the Icelandic approach to early years education, and the time I’ve spent there learning from it, has shaped how I think about children’s experiences. I believe strongly in the value of outdoor play, and the role nature has in supporting children’s wellbeing, confidence and development.
Being based in such a beautiful rural setting allows us to bring this to life each day. From time spent in our outdoor spaces to forest school sessions on a nearby estate, we encourage children to explore, grow in independence and develop a lasting connection with the world around them.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family into our nursery community.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nära Charlbury Nursery School
What is the Age Range of Children that Nära Charlbury Nursery School accepts?
Nära Charlbury Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Nära Charlbury Nursery School Open?
Nära Charlbury Nursery School is open: 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.
How many Children does Nära Charlbury Nursery School have capacity for?
Nära Charlbury Nursery School has capacity for a total of 55 Children.
How far is Nära Charlbury Nursery School to the centre of Chipping Norton?
5.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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