Classrooms
The nursery provides age-appropriate care and early years education from infancy through to school readiness, with children grouped across five dedicated rooms according to their stage of development. This structure supports smooth transitions as children grow, ensuring every age group benefits from suitable routines, resources, learning opportunities and staff interaction tailored to their individual needs.
Baby Room
A calm, nurturing and secure environment focused on early attachment, sensory exploration and individual care routines.
Pre-Toddlers
Supporting early independence, communication, movement and confidence through carefully planned play and familiar routines.
Toddlers
Encouraging curiosity, language development, social interaction and increasing self-help skills.
Rising 3s
A more structured early learning environment that supports growing independence, confidence and readiness for the
Pre-School stage.
Pre-School
A focus on school readiness, early literacy and numeracy, social confidence and independence.
Our Approach
At ABC Day Nursery & Preschool, we believe that every child is unique and learns at their own pace. Our dedicated staff provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. We embrace creativity and play as essential components of growth and learning.
Inclusion & SEN
Every child welcome, every need understood
Inclusion isn't a bolt-on at ABC, it's part of how we work. We support children with a wide range of disabilities, medical conditions and special educational needs.
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Individual care plans for children with medical needs
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Staff trained in administering medication
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A key person for every child and family
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Flexible settling-in, paced around each child
What a day at ABC looks like
7:30am
Early drop off
8:00am
Doors open, warm welcome and breakfast served
9:00am
Morning activities, indoors and out
10:00am
Snack time
11:45am
Freshly cooked lunch
12:30pm
Rest and quiet time
2:00pm
Snack time
2:30pm
Afternoon exploration on the playground
4:00pm
Wind down, tea time and stories
(pick-up until 6pm)
Meet Our Head
Karen Venner
Karen leads ABC with a rare combination of hands-on nursery experience and senior education leadership.
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Master's degree in Education
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Former primary school headteacher
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Chair, Wiltshire Early Years Reference Group
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Member, Schools Forum Wiltshire
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Best start in life, board member Wiltshire council
