Cherry Class is a welcoming nursery that values the voice of every child. Caring and generous staff create a safe and stimulating environment where all children may flourish. Little ones are encouraged, and supported, to follow their individual interests, learn through play, develop confidence, and are challenged to reach their God-Given potential.

On this page you will find lots of information but please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

If you are interested in joining our nursery please complete the form below and email it to:

nursery@newington.kent.sch.uk

Please find below term dates for 2025/2026                                               

INSET DAYS (CLOSED)

Inset Day – Monday 1 September 2025           (pupils do not attend)

Inset Day – Tuesday 2 September 2025          (pupils do not attend)

Inset Day – Friday 19 December 2025              (pupils do not attend)

Inset Day – Monday 5 January 2026                 (pupils do not attend)

Inset Day – Friday 19 June 2026                        (pupils do not attend)

May Bank Holiday – Monday 4 May 2026       (pupils do not attend)

 TERM 1

Start: Wednesday 3 September 2025

Finish: Friday 17 October 2025

Holiday – Monday 20 October 2025 to Friday 24 October 2025

TERM 2

Start: Monday 27 October 2025

Finish: Thursday 18 December 2025

Holiday – Monday 22 December 2025 to Friday 2 January 2026

TERM 3

Start: Tuesday 6 January 2026

Finish: Friday 13 February 2026

Holiday – Monday 16 February 2026 to Friday 20 February 2026

TERM 4

Start: Monday 23 February 2026

Finish: Thursday 2 April 2026

Holiday – Monday 6 April 2026 to Friday 17 April 2026

TERM 5

Start: Monday 20 April 2026

Finish: Friday 22 May 2026

Holiday – Monday 25 May 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026

TERM 6

Start: Monday 1 June 2026

Finish: Tuesday 21 July 2026

Due to funding regulations the Nursery is required to rotate its inset days through the week e.g. Monday-Friday. This means there are days when the school is closed and the Nursery is open. On these days if you choose not to send in your child, you will not be charged.