Partnerships with Parents
At Keiki Day Care, we recognise the vital role that parents play in their child's early development. Our partnerships with parents are built on trust, communication, and collaboration. We regularly share updates and insights into your child’s experiences, ensuring that we work together to support their growth. By aligning our care with your family’s values and goals, we create a consistent and nurturing environment both at home and in our nursery. At Keiki Day Care, we’re committed to fostering a strong, supportive community where every child can flourish.
Nutrition
We offer high standard meals, lovingly prepared in our kitchen rated 5* for food hygiene. Our chef works hard to ensure that food is cooked on a daily basis and is fresh and of course extremely tasty!
All meals are accompanied with water and there is a snack and milk time available too. We cater for all children and deal with any dietary requirements. We hold a dietary requirement sheet in both rooms and the kitchen, displaying every child who has a medical allergy, religious requirement or a parental requirement which is then updated every 4 weeks.
Curriculum
At Keiki Day Care, we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, which is England’s national framework for early education and childcare. This curriculum guides our approach to nurturing and educating young children, ensuring that they experience a balanced and comprehensive early learning journey. Our curriculum is both play-based and child-centered, allowing each child to learn through active exploration and discovery, tailored to their individual needs and interests.
Personal, Social, and Emotional Development
We create a warm and inclusive environment where children learn to form positive relationships, develop self-confidence, and manage their emotions. Activities encourage sharing, cooperation, and respect for others, helping children build strong social skills.
Communication and Language
Through storytelling, songs, and conversations, we support the development of listening, speaking, and understanding. Our language-rich environment helps children expand their vocabulary and communicate effectively with peers and adults.
Physical Development
We promote both fine and gross motor skills through a variety of activities, including outdoor play, dance, and arts and crafts. Children learn the importance of physical activity, health, and self-care practices, such as washing hands and dressing independently.
Literacy
Early literacy is fostered through daily reading sessions, phonics activities, and opportunities for children to explore writing. We encourage a love for books and storytelling, laying the foundation for future reading and writing skills.
Mathematics
Our curriculum introduces basic mathematical concepts through play, such as counting, sorting, and pattern recognition. Children engage with numbers, shapes, and simple problem-solving activities, helping them develop early numeracy skills.
Understanding the World
We encourage children to explore the world around them, learning about nature, people, cultures, and technology. Activities include nature walks, observing seasonal changes, and celebrating diverse cultural traditions, fostering curiosity and a sense of community.
Making Choices and Taking Risks
At Keiki Day Care, we empower children to make choices and take appropriate risks within a safe and supportive environment. This helps them develop decision-making skills, independence, and resilience, which are crucial for their overall development.
Settling in at Keiki
At Keiki Day Care, we understand that starting nursery is a significant milestone for both children and their families. Our settling-in process is designed to ensure a smooth and positive transition, making each child feel safe, secure, and comfortable in their new environment. We take a personalised approach, recognising that each child’s needs and readiness are unique.
Introductory Meeting
Before your child’s first day, we invite you and your child to visit Keiki Day Care for an introductory meeting. This is an opportunity to meet the key staff members, explore the nursery, and ask any questions you may have.
Familiarisation Sessions
We offer short visits where your child can explore the nursery and engage in activities while you stay close by. These sessions help your child become familiar with the new environment at their own pace.
Stay and Play
In the beginning, parents are encouraged to stay with their child during the sessions to provide reassurance. As your child becomes more settled, you can gradually reduce the time you spend at the nursery.
Personalised Approach
We recognise that each child is different, and the settling-in process will be adapted to suit your child’s individual needs. Whether your child requires more time or is ready to settle quickly, we’ll work closely with you to ensure the process is smooth and stress-free.
Continuous Support
Even after your child has settled in, our team will continue to observe and support their well-being. We’ll keep you informed about their progress and ensure they are thriving in their new environment.
Feedback and Adjustments
If needed, we’re always open to making adjustments to better support your child’s transition. Your feedback is valuable in helping us provide the best care possible.
I have two children at Keiki aged 18 months and 3 years old. My oldest settled straight away and has always loved going to nursery. My younger child is more reserved and attached to his mum, but they have been amazing helping him settle. The staff have really made him feel calm and happy.
Grace S - Mother of child
FAQ
Keiki has been designed over 6 rooms in an Edwardian house. We have two Baby Rooms, two rooms for 2-3 year olds and two Pre-School rooms for children aged 3-5 All of our rooms are named after Hawaiian flowers.
Yes, we have three settling in sessions. These are normally the week before your child begins at Keiki. Please speak to our nursery manager for specific details relating to your child.
We supply your child with fresh, organic, cow’s milk and soya milk, which is available throughout the day. However, parents are asked to supply formula milk along with nappies and wipes for their child.
To enroll your child, please contact us to arrange a visit and meet our team. After the visit, we will provide you with an enrollment pack containing all the necessary forms and information. Once the forms are completed and returned, we will confirm your child’s start date and begin the settling-in process.
We believe this is an important part of your child’s development, which is why we offer a wide variety of enriching activities. These include music, yoga and pottery sessions, as well as animal-handling workshops. All activities are carefully planned to be age-appropriate and support each child’s individual stage of development.circular
Security & Safeguarding
At Keiki, the safety and wellbeing of our children is our highest priority.
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We operate a strict no mobile phone policy within the nursery. Mobile phones must not be used in rooms or areas where children are present.
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The nursery is equipped with CCTV, which is monitored internally to support safeguarding and security procedures.
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We use a biometric fingerprint system for secure entry and exit, ensuring accurate attendance records and controlled access to the building.
These measures are in place to provide a safe, secure, and protected environment for all children in our care.
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Keiki opens at 8:00am, which is when our biometric fingerprint system activates.
We close at 18:00 pm. If you are delayed, please let us know as soon as possible. If you are more than ten minutes late, you will need to arrange for someone else to collect your child.
Session Times
Full Day:
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Morning Session:
8:00 am – 12:00 pm (no lunch included)
If you would like your child to have lunch with us, the session extends until 1:00 pm.
Afternoon Session:
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
If you would like your child to have lunch with us, the session begins at 12:00 pm.
Term Dates & Closures
We are open Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year.
We close for all Bank Holidays and for one week at Christmas.
In addition, we have three INSET training days each year. These take place after:
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The New Year Bank Holiday
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The Easter Bank Holiday
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The Summer Bank Holiday
These dates will be communicated to parents in advance.
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We are only permitted to administer prescribed medication that has been issued by a GP or medical professional, including prescribed teething solutions.
We are unable to administer any other medication without written authorisation from a doctor.
However, we may administer Calpol in line with our Temperature Policy (last updated July 2025). This will only be given where appropriate procedures have been followed and parental consent has been obtained in accordance with the policy.
Our fees are competitive and reflect the high quality of care and education we provide. For a detailed breakdown of fees, please contact us directly.
Our Team
The majority of our staff are qualified at Level 6, Level 3, or Level 2. Other team members are currently working towards their qualifications as part of their professional development.
All staff hold:
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Paediatric First Aid Level 3
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Food Hygiene Level 2
The suitability of all staff is checked through the government’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
More importantly, we carefully select team members who demonstrate warmth, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children. We believe that qualifications are essential — but so too is the ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with the children in our care.
We always want you to feel confident that the person entrusted with your child is the very best person to nurture, support, and care for them.
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Our meals are freshly prepared on the premises each day by our experienced chef. We provide nutritious, balanced meals designed to support children’s growth, development, and wellbeing.
We carefully plan our menus to ensure variety and quality, and we cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences.
Click here to view an example of our seasonal menu.
We’re always happy to answer your questions. Emailing our nursery manager to manager@keikidaycare.co.uk is the best way to get a quick answer. Or you can call us on 020 8340 3841.
Funding Information at Keiki Day Care
At Keiki Daycare, we are proud to offer Government funded early learning while continuing to provide the nurturing, high-quality experiences that make our setting special.
We follow Department for Education (DfE), EYFS and Haringey Council guidance, and we are always happy to talk families through how funding works.
Below, you’ll find detailed information on the available funding options and how to apply.
What funding is available?
Families may be eligible for:
15 Hours per week (570 hours per year) - available for all 3-4 year olds
30 Hours per week (1,140 hours per year) - for eligible working families (9 months – 4 years)
Funding begins the term after eligibility is confirmed and the local authority pays providers for the funded places directly.
Parents apply via:
https://www.gov.uk/free-childcare-if-working/apply-for-free-childcare-if-youre-working
You may also be eligible for:
Free Early Learning for 2-year olds for parents receiving additional support | Haringey Council
Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) – Government top-up towards childcare costs
Universal Credit childcare support – reimbursement of eligible childcare costs
If you are unsure what you qualify for, please speak to us — we are happy to guide you.
Additional Support & Family Resources
Families can also access wider support and guidance through:
Haringey Family Hubs & Childcare Works:
https://www.childcareworks.org.uk
Funding & Fees Guidance:
https://www.childcare.co.uk/information/funded-childcare
These resources provide helpful information about eligibility, childcare funding and family support services.
Attendance
To protect your child’s funded place:
Children should attend agreed sessions regularly
Planned absences should be communicated in advance
Extended unexplained absence may need to be reported in line with Local Authority safeguarding and funding guidance
Meals & Enrichment at Keiki
Government funding does not include meals or additional enrichment experiences.
At Keiki, we choose to offer both because we believe they genuinely enhance children’s wellbeing, confidence and development.
We ask for a voluntary contribution of £8 per funded day, broken down as:
£4 for freshly prepared meals and snacks
£4 for our enrichment programme
Our enrichment programme may include:
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Play and learning support delivered by an external specialist
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Music sessions
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Children’s yoga
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Monthly pottery workshops
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Other visiting specialist experiences throughout the year
These experiences are delivered by experienced external providers and are additional to the core EYFS curriculum.
Important – This Contribution Is Optional!
The daily contribution is entirely voluntary and is not a condition of accessing your child’s funded place.
If you prefer not to opt in:
You may provide your child’s meals and snacks from home (in line with our Food Policy)
Your child will continue to receive high-quality early education in accordance with EYFS requirements
We simply ask for four weeks’ written notice if you wish to change your opt-in status for the following term.
Nappies, wipes and creams are provided by parents.
If We Have a Waiting List
We always aim to accommodate families wherever possible.
If we are unable to offer a place immediately due to a waiting list, we will support you by signposting to other suitable local nursery providers so that your child’s funded entitlement is not delayed.
How We Offer Funded Hours
Government funding is based on 38 weeks per year.
At Keiki, we stretch funded hours across 51 weeks so families can benefit from continuity of care throughout the year:
15 hours becomes 11.18 hours per week over 51 weeks
30 hours becomes 22.35 hours per week over 51 weeks
Any hours taken above your funded entitlement are charged at our usual hourly rate.
Funded hours must be used within the funded year and cannot be carried forward.
Our Commitment to Families
We believe in being transparent, fair and open.
If you ever have questions about funding, eligibility or contributions, please speak to us directly. We are always happy to explain things clearly and work together with families.
This information is reviewed annually and updated in line with Department for Education and Local Authority guidance.
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