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Kiddies' Cabin : Kiddies' Cabin

  • Welcome to Kiddies' Cabin
  • Our playrooms and garden area
  • Settling in & applying
  • Our staff
  • Ofsted
  • Contact and visit us
  • Parent hub

Welcome to Kiddies' Cabin

We opened in 2006, and are located in the grounds of St Marks Hospital, Maidenhead. Our purpose-built log cabin provides a warm, nurturing environment for children aged 6 months to school age.

We are managed and trained by the NHS and all our permanent staff are employed by Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust.

As with all of our nurseries, you don't need to work for the NHS for your child or children to get a place with us.

Unique features

  • Secure free flow areas and two large gardens for outdoor play
  • The nursery has a purpose-built sleep room for children under 2
  • Inclusive support for children with additional needs and those with English as an additional language
  • Coffee mornings, Christmas parties, and graduation celebrations.

A bit more about us

Location: St Marks Hospital, St Marks Road, Maidenhead, SL6 6DU

Age range: 6 months to 31st August after their 4th birthday

Opening times: 7:30am to 6pm (51 weeks/year), Monday to Friday - Find more information in our FAQs

Capacity: Up to 51 children across three playrooms and a sleep room

Manager: Leigh Kelly | Deputy: Lorna Lepetit

Area Manager: Mrs Lee Owen-Macleod

Find out more about our nurseries, answers to common questions about nursery life, opening hours, fees, and more.

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Our playrooms and garden area

Kiddies’ Cabin features three bright playrooms and a dedicated sleep room, all within our purpose-built log cabin.

Each playroom opens onto secure free-flow areas, giving children plenty of space to play, explore, and enjoy the outdoors.

  • Babies: The baby room is a gentle, welcoming environment where children can discover and grow at their own pace, with easy access to outdoor play. The sleep room provides a quiet, restful space for naps.
  • Toddlers: The toddler room encourages curiosity and active learning, with a wide range of resources and activities both inside and out.
  • Preschool: Our preschool room helps children develop key skills for school readiness, with creative play, and early education.

The sleep room provides a quiet, restful space for naps.

The setting supports children with additional needs and/or disabilities and those who have English as an additional language.

Outdoor space

Children at Kiddies’ Cabin benefit from secure free-flow areas attached to each playroom and two large gardens for outdoor play. The gardens are used daily for a range of activities, including imaginative games, nature walks, and group activities.

Outdoor play is an important part of our routine, helping children develop confidence, coordination, and a connection to the natural world.

Kiddie's Cabin (St Mark's Hospital, Maidenhead) Room
Under 2's (toddlers) playroom
Kiddies' Cabin Sleep room
Kiddies' Cabin garden

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Settling in & applying

We know that starting nursery is a big step for both children and parents. That's why we offer a flexible settling-in period, to help your child feel comfortable and confident in their new environment.

Minimum attendance is 2 days per week, with a maximum of 10 hours per day, with a start time of 7.30am, 7.45am or 8am.

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Our staff

Leigh Kelly, Nursery Manager

Leigh has worked as the Nursery Manager since our nursery opened in 2006.

Qualification: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, (IOSH) Institution of Occupational safety and Health, Essential Skills for NHS Managers, Ncfe cache Level 4 award (PANCO) in promoting health and well- being through physical activity and nutrition co-ordination in the Early Years. Basic MAKATON training in Early Years.

Lorna Lepetit, Nursery Deputy

Lorna joined Kiddies' Cabin in August 2019 as the Deputy Manager. She previously worked in our Reading nursery since it opened in 2003. Lorna has had extensive experience working with all age groups.

Qualification: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, (IOSH) Institution of Occupational safety and Health, Essential Skills for NHS Managers, NCFE CACHE Level 4 award (PANCO) in promoting health and well- being through physical activity and nutrition co-ordination in the Early Years. NCFE CACHE Level 3 award for special educational needs coordinators in Early Years settings. Basic MAKATON training in Early Years.

Ofsted

We are rated good by Ofsted.

Registration number: EY460531

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Contact and visit us

Parents are welcome to look around Kiddies' Cabin nursery at either 10.15am or 2.15pm, by appointment.

To book your visit, or to check current availability of a place for your child, please call us.

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Nursery Manager: Leigh Kelly | Opening times: 7.30am to 6pm

Contact number: 01189 044 637

Email: leigh.kelly@berkshire.nhs.uk

Post Address: St Marks Hospital, St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

Kiddies' Cabin

Parent hub

From your first visit to their first day, we’re here to answer your questions, guide you through the application process, and support your family every step of the way.

Take a look at our Parent Hub for more information on funding and applying for a place at our nurseries.

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Privacy notice

When you join us, we’ll record yours and your child’s personal information. We may share your information with other organisations, such as schools, when they moving into the reception year.

Only information that is required and appropriate to support your child will be shared with these professionals.

Read our Nursery Privacy Notice to find out more about how we use your information.

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