Small Oaks Childcare

Small Oaks Childcare We offer teacher-led childcare with a family feel, in a homely environment. We have small numbers and spend time in mixed ages

We love seeing children grow and learn about the world around them, through hands on real life experiences and outdoor learning.

The Owls enjoyed a MiniMe Mindfulness session with Claire this week 🧘‍♀️ The session, focused on the superpower of our s...
14/08/2026

The Owls enjoyed a MiniMe Mindfulness session with Claire this week 🧘‍♀️

The session, focused on the superpower of our senses. The children used their 5 senses to help them to stay calm and present in the moment.

They learnt about The Little Girl With Birds in her Head and how her thoughts were constantly flying off into the past or the future as though they were on the wings of birds.

The children learnt how their 5 senses can help stop this form happening.

14/08/2026

🖍️ Every mark tells a story

Long before children begin forming letters, they explore mark making through handprints, scribbles, splodges and messy play. These early experiences help them discover that their movements can create marks with meaning - an important first step towards writing.

As babies and young children realise that their actions can leave marks, they begin to develop the understanding and the skills they will need to become writers.

Watch our short video on our YouTube page about Mark Making: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vX-7gxkZq5s

12/08/2026

Did you know a bright coat could make a difference to your child’s safety?

Autumn may feel like ages away but before we know it the clocks will change and our children will be heading to and from school in the dark. Wearing a brighter coloured coat can help them be seen more easily by drivers as the nights draw in.

If your child or their school insists on a darker colour you can add reflective strips to increase visibility.

Our Small Oaks have had lots of fun playing in water today to keep cool 😎 ☀️ 💦
11/08/2026

Our Small Oaks have had lots of fun playing in water today to keep cool 😎 ☀️ 💦

07/08/2026

It’s scary to think that something you’d buy your child to keep them safe could do the very opposite.

But many swim vests, life jackets and buoyancy aids sold on online marketplaces come from abroad and haven’t been safety tested to our standards. This makes them a serious drowning risk.

Please opt for well-known brand names and retailers if you can. Always be cautious when shopping online and remember to check who is selling the item and where they are based.

Plus, don't forget drowning happens quickly and quietly. So an adult needs to actively supervise children in and around water all the time.

Learn more about dangerous products to avoid this summer: https://capt.org.uk/10-dangerous-products-avoid-this-summer

07/08/2026

We love our MiniMe mindfulness sessions with Claire 💚

06/08/2026

Roll up, roll up! 🎉 Half price kids kicks off tomorrow, 3rd July, all summer long! We can’t wait to see you!

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Another wonderful review 🥰 we really are so grateful to have such wonderful families at Small Oaks 💚
31/07/2026

Another wonderful review 🥰 we really are so grateful to have such wonderful families at Small Oaks 💚

🌳 💚 We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team as an Early Years Practitioner 💚 🌳 Get in touch to find...
31/07/2026

🌳 💚 We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team as an Early Years Practitioner 💚 🌳

Get in touch to find out more!

Address

31 High Street
Ashbourne
DE65NA

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+447966932088

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