Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare in Plymouth & Cornwall
Pixieland Day Nurseries has been nurturing and inspiring young minds since 1984, founded by Caroline Francis with a vision to create a safe, stimulating environment for children while supporting parents. Our nurseries in Plymouth, Saltash, and Cornwall prioritise emotional security, play-based learning, and individual development through a key person system that fosters strong relationships between children, parents, and staff. With over four decades of experience, we adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, offering state-of-the-art facilities and culturally inclusive resources to meet each child's unique needs.Our commitment to safety exceeds Ofsted standards, featuring secure access systems and CCTV coverage. We collaborate closely with families to ensure children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, preparing them for lifelong success through engaging, curiosity-driven activities.
Services
Childcare Services
Early Years Apprenticeships
Government-Funded Hours
Nursery Locations
Settling-In Sessions
Nutritious Meals
Safety & Security
Online Learning Journals
Parent Partnerships
Educational Activities
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience in early years childcare and education.
- Our key person system ensures personalised care and strong parent partnerships.
- Play-based learning fosters curiosity, independence, and social development.
- Safety measures exceed Ofsted standards with secure access and CCTV coverage.
- We offer government-funded childcare hours and culturally inclusive resources.
What people say
Nurturing environment
Dedicated staff
Play-based learning
Safe and secure
Parent partnerships
Services
Childcare Services
Pixieland provides full-day childcare for children aged 9 months and above, focusing on emotional security and developmental milestones. Our nurseries offer structured play-based learning, nutritious meals, and secure environments to ensure children thrive academically and socially.
Early Years Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeship programme combines on-the-job and classroom training to develop childcare professionals. Participants gain hands-on experience in our nurseries while learning best practices in early years education and child development.
Nutritious Meals
We promote lifelong healthy eating habits through balanced menus introducing diverse ingredients. Our meals educate children about food origins and encourage adventurous eating in a supportive setting.
Safety & Security
Nurseries feature CCTV coverage, secure entry systems, and staff trained in safety protocols. These measures exceed Ofsted requirements, ensuring children's physical safety and parental peace of mind during care hours.
Online Learning Journals
Eylog digital journals track children's progress, allowing parents to view developmental milestones and share updates with key workers. This tool strengthens home-nursery collaboration and supports individualised learning plans.
People
Caroline Francis
Managing Director
Founder of Pixieland Day Nurseries in 1984, Caroline Francis pioneered a childcare model combining play-based learning with parental collaboration. Her vision prioritises child safety, emotional development, and cultural inclusivity across Plymouth and Cornwall nurseries.
Questions
Is my child eligible for government-funded childcare?
Children aged 9 months+ by 31st August may qualify for up to 30 funded hours. Apply for an eligibility code via the government website or HMRC helpline.
How do you ensure nursery safety?
We use CCTV coverage, secure entry systems, and staff trained in safety protocols exceeding Ofsted standards to protect children at all times.
Can I visit the nursery before enrolling?
Yes, book a visit via our website to explore facilities, meet staff, and discuss your child's needs with our team.
What educational approach do you use?
Our play-based learning curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, fostering curiosity, independence, and social skills through structured activities.
How do you involve parents in child development?
The key person system and Eylog digital journals enable regular updates, milestone tracking, and collaborative planning between parents and nursery staff.
Reviews (1)
Tom Shepherd
Oct 06, 2020
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My child started at Pixieland in the baby area when he was 10 months old. He is now a big boy (his words) in the Pre-school room. I have always found the Nursery staff to be extremely helpful on the journey of his time with them. Any support you need whether it is baby lead weaning, potty training or more recently just support over how to apply for a school. Choosing a Nursery can be a difficult thing to do and we are glad we made the right choice. Thank you to all the staff who have cared for and continue to care for my son :)
