Jack in a Box Nursery

10/08/2026

Ready for your next Early Years adventure?

For over 21 years, Jack In A Box Nursery has been part of the Dover community, growing and evolving while keeping wellbeing at the heart of our practice.

We’re looking for an experienced Deputy Manager who enjoys working alongside children and practitioners – mentoring our team, nurturing children’s curiosity and connection with nature, and creating opportunities to explore, discover and learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our Forest School and Beach School extend this learning beyond the nursery, giving children opportunities for challenge, discovery and adventure. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for building a love of learning.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via Indeed or send your CV to [email protected]

10/08/2026

We’ve been very lucky to work closely with the wonderful Lauren from White Cliffs Countryside Partnership, sharing some fantastic outdoor experiences with our children.

They have some lovely events coming up, perfect for families who would like to continue their own nature adventures together – exploring, discovering and enjoying everything our local countryside has to offer. 💚

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29/05/2026

✨ We’re growing our team! ✨
A wonderful opportunity has become available to join our small, well-established nursery team at Jack in a Box Nursery
We are passionate about building a love of learning for life through hands-on experiences, curiosity-led learning, Beach School, Forest School, and meaningful play. We pride ourselves on our strong values, supportive team culture, and commitment to high-quality training and development.
If you are a caring, enthusiastic Level II or Level III practitioner who would love to inspire young minds, we would love to hear from you
📩 Please send your CV to: [email protected]
📍 St David’s Ave, Aycliffe, Dover, CT17 9HJ
☎️ 01304 448383

13/05/2026

A little trip to buy our tide table book turned into a cheeky ice cream in the sunshine before hopping on the bus back to nursery.
Making memories, building independence and enjoying the simple moments together
Sharp and Enright

13/05/2026

Another school holiday is fast approaching!
Still not sure what to do with your little ones? Come along to one of our wild events.
We've got so many FREE family events planned for the May half-term, and we're inviting you to get outside and discover nature.
Here is all the details 👇

🦆 River Dipping and Crafts
Come along to explore the incredible underwater world of the River Dour!
📍 River Dour
📆 Tuesday 26 May, 2 - 4 pm
👉 No booking required, turn up any time!

🪲 Bug Hunts and Crafts
WCCP and Dover Rotary Club are joining forces to provide a day of free family nature fun. Join us for a celebration of the wonderful, hidden world of bugs!
📍 Dover Market Square
📆 Wednesday 27 May, 11 am - 3 pm
👉 Come along for free crafts, or book onto a free bug hunt here: www.bookwhen.com/wccp

🏰 Explore the Heights
Join WCCP as we explore Western Heights, discovering more about its wildlife and history as we go.
📍 Western Heights
📆 Thursday 28 May, 10 am - 12 pm
👉 No booking required, arrive for 10 am sharp!

🐝 Bug Hunts and Bug Homes
Roll up your sleeves and help us give our Bug Hotel a brand‑new makeover, then head out on a mini‑beast safari to meet the amazing creatures that will soon call it home.
📍 Romney Warren
📆 Thursday 28 May, 10 am - 12 pm
👉 No booking required, turn up any time!

🦎 Lively Lizards
Join Rangers Jasmine and Matt as we seek out the elusive slow worms and common lizards.
📍Fort Burgoyne
📆 Friday 29 May, 10:30 am & 1.30 pm
👉 No booking required, turn up for either 10.30 am or 1.30 pm

🦅Birds of the White Cliffs
Take a venture along the sea wall with your eyes to the skies and spot some amazing birds.
📍 Samphire Hoe
📆 Saturday 30 May, 10 am - 12 pm
👉 No booking required, turn up any time!

Make sure to share with your friends and family!
We can't wait!

Find out more by visiting our website 👉 https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/events/whats-on

05/05/2026

FREE PARK ENTRY THIS FRIDAY!

Join us at Wildwood Trust this Friday, 8th May, as we celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday with a very special day of FREE entry for all visitors!

Enjoy a memorable day surrounded by nature, wildlife, and fresh air as we honour Sir David’s lifelong passion for protecting wildlife and inspiring future generations.

An extra day to celebrate and share the importance of conservation and preserving Britain’s native wildlife and landscapes.

No booking necessary, simply turn up and spend your day appreciating the natural world, just as Sir David Attenborough does.

An absolute living legend and constant inspiration 🫶

This applies for general admission only.

24/04/2026

Today our little ocean heroes explored water play while learning how to keep our seas clean! From scooping “rubbish” to saving sea creatures, every splash was a step toward caring for our planet

22/04/2026

Curiosity starts at the shoreline!