Business Details
Outstanding Nursery in Leamington Spa for Early Years Education
The Purple Playhouse Nursery in Leamington Spa is dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating environment where children thrive through play-based learning. Our team of experienced, qualified staff prioritises individualised care, building strong relationships with both children and parents to foster confidence and self-belief. Recognised as Outstanding by OFSTED, we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure comprehensive development across all learning areas.Our high adult-to-child ratios and key person system guarantee personalised attention, while our inclusive approach celebrates diversity and supports children with additional needs. We actively collaborate with families to create a seamless learning journey, offering flexible care options and transparent communication through secure online platforms.
Services
Early Years Education
Flexible Care Options
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Partnership Programs
Secure Online Learning Records
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of combined leadership experience in early years education
- Our team includes a qualified SENCO coordinator for additional needs support
- We maintain high adult-to-child ratios for personalised care and attention
- Rated Outstanding by OFSTED for our commitment to quality and child development
- We use secure online learning records to track individual progress transparently
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
What people say
Outstanding nursery
Improved socially and academically
Staff like family
Strong individual support
Confident independent learners
Services
Early Years Education
Our play-based curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on seven key learning areas. Through structured activities and free play, children develop social skills, creativity, and foundational academic abilities in literacy, mathematics, and physical development.
Flexible Care Options
We offer full-day care, morning sessions, and afternoon sessions to accommodate family needs. Flexible arrangements are available during school holidays, with no charge for non-attendance periods when pre-arranged with staff.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCO coordinator provides individualised support for children with additional needs, including speech and language therapy integration. Regular training ensures staff maintain expertise in autism awareness and inclusive teaching practices.
Parent Partnership Programs
We actively involve parents through regular communication, home-learning sharing via Tapestry, and collaborative planning. Families receive guidance on supporting development at home and participate in nursery events throughout the year.
Secure Online Learning Records
Using the Tapestry platform, we maintain detailed digital records of each child's achievements and developmental milestones. Parents receive secure access to track progress, share home experiences, and communicate directly with their child's key worker.
People
Linda
Manager
With 35 years in childcare and 18 years as Manager, Linda holds Level 3 childcare qualifications, paediatric first aid certification, and DSL safeguarding accreditation. She leads staff training and ensures compliance with OFSTED standards.
Jackie
Deputy Manager
As Deputy Manager since 1995, Jackie brings 27 years of experience. She holds NVQ Level 3 childcare qualifications and specialist training in diabetes care, mental health, and safeguarding practices for early years settings.
Amy
SENCO Coordinator
Amy specialises in supporting children with additional needs. She holds a Level 3 CACHE Diploma, paediatric first aid certification, and Level 2 autism understanding qualifications, providing tailored SEN support across the nursery.
Sarah-Jane
Nursery Assistant
Working towards a Childcare Degree, Sarah-Jane has 11 years' experience supporting child development. She holds NVQ Level 3 qualifications, food hygiene certification, and paediatric first aid training.
Kelsea
Nursery Assistant
Kelsea has 10 years' experience in childcare, holding a Level 3 CACHE Diploma. She provides daily care and developmental support while maintaining paediatric first aid and food hygiene qualifications.
Questions
What OFSTED rating does The Purple Playhouse hold?
We are proud to maintain an Outstanding rating following our May 2019 inspection, reflecting our commitment to high-quality early years education.
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care and education for children aged 2 to 5 years, preparing them for their transition to primary school.
How do you support children with additional needs?
Our qualified SENCO coordinator offers tailored support, including speech and language assistance, working closely with parents and specialists.
Can parents track their child's progress?
Yes, we use the secure Tapestry platform to share learning records, achievements, and next steps with families in real time.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday, offering full-day care and flexible morning/afternoon sessions, with closures only during specified holiday periods.
