Having visited the nursery and met with Charlie I can see so much potential for this business and it's passionate owner. The space is light, airy and thoughtfully laid out with developmentally appropriate toys/activities. The ethos is one of connection first and foremost. The staff support and model by eating with the children but do not coerce behaviour. The play I observed was child led but supported and Charlie has a lovely positive energy about her which I've no doubt she'll seek to emulate in her future hires as the business grows. I was thrilled to learn the children will be outside/in nature as much as possible with easy access to safe outdoor places to explore around Charlton Kings. With a ratio maximum of 3:1 it feels as though care can truly be focussed and individual to each child. Charlie Bears has a generous and transparent settling in process with parent/caregivers invited to stay if they wish to. My son was instantly happy in the space and with the carers, and I'm actually looking forward to him starting with Charlie. I think this nursery is going to be in high demand extremely quickly.

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