About us
About Kings Farm
A day nursery and Kids Club in a converted farmhouse in the village of Long Bennington.
Where we are
Kings Farm is in the village of Long Bennington, with close access to the A1, seven miles north of Grantham and six miles south of Newark.
The building is a former farmhouse that has been professionally converted with the emphasis on safety.
Our philosophy
Our philosophy is that during the time your child shares with us, we encourage, nurture and excite the curiosity within us all.
We aim to be as flexible as possible, so you can keep a good balance between work and family life, and to create a homely environment where we all care for each other.
Parents as partners
We understand that leaving your child at nursery for the first time is a big event, and it can be a stressful and upsetting time for you and sometimes your child, so we try to make it as easy as possible. Our priority is to help you and your family feel welcome and relaxed.
No one knows your child better than you, so we encourage parents to be actively involved at Kings Farm, whether that's talking about your child with their key worker or volunteering to help with activities or outings. When parents and practitioners work together, it has a positive impact on the child.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to equality of opportunity, and everyone is made welcome. We make a conscious effort to develop each child's positive self-image, and we actively encourage children to value and respect people regardless of culture, faith, ability or gender.
Special educational needs
It is our policy that all children have the chance to take part in every activity we offer, whatever their abilities. A dedicated member of our team, our SENCo (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator), makes sure this is possible.
If you feel your child's time at nursery or Kids Club could be improved with input from the SENCo, please talk to her or any member of the team, who will pass your concerns on. Our named SENCo is Allison Zachowicz.
Our team
Our practitioners are dedicated to improving their knowledge and skills and go on regular training. As a setting we are graduate-led, which brings greater knowledge and consistent practice.
Management and senior practitioners
Allison Zachowicz
Manager
Squirrels room leader, SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Level 4 qualified
- Paediatric first aid and first aid at work
Megan Spavins
Deputy manager
Buglins room leader, health and safety officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Level 3 qualified
- Paediatric first aid and first aid at work
- Safer sleep trained
Freya Bates
Hedgehogs room leader
- Level 3 qualified
- Paediatric first aid
- Safer sleep trained
Cheryl Durham
Senior practitioner
Kids Club leader, health and safety officer and fire officer
- Level 3 qualified
- Paediatric first aid and first aid at work
Abbie Mahon
Senior practitioner
Kids Club practitioner and funding officer
- Level 3 qualified
- Paediatric first aid
In the rooms
Ella Robertson
Hedgehogs room practitioner
- Paediatric first aid
Amy Rippin
Hedgehogs room assistant
Emily Parker
Buglins room practitioner
- Paediatric first aid
Meg Robertson
Buglins room assistant
- Paediatric first aid
Ria Rippin
Buglins room assistant
- Paediatric first aid
Maria Batten
Squirrels room practitioner
- Paediatric first aid
Katie Rushby
Squirrels room practitioner
- Paediatric first aid
Tara Zachowicz
Squirrels room practitioner
- Paediatric first aid
Holly Walker
Squirrels room assistant
- Paediatric first aid
In the kitchen
Lisa Lunn
Nursery chef
Abi Hyde
Nursery chef
Come and see us
You're welcome to visit as many times as you need before your child starts. Get in touch to arrange a time.