Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Years Education in Lymm
Established in 1990 and family-run since 2022, Rainbow Day Nursery has been a cornerstone of the Lymm community for over three decades. Our Ofsted-registered nursery provides a nurturing, inclusive environment for children aged 0-5, combining structured learning with imaginative play to foster holistic development. With a dedicated team boasting decades of combined experience, including staff members with over 20 years of tenure, we maintain continuity of care while adhering to rigorous safety standards through enhanced DBS checks and regular safeguarding training.Our purpose-built facility features age-specific rooms, a 5-star rated hygiene kitchen, and extensive outdoor spaces designed to stimulate physical and cognitive growth. Through the eyLog app, we offer real-time parental engagement while maintaining strict privacy protocols. Our Forest School program, led by qualified instructors, extends learning into nature, developing confidence and resilience in young learners.
Services
Baby Room Care
Toddler Development
Early Learner Programs
Forest School Sessions
eyLog Parent App
Nutritious Meals
Key Person System
Outdoor Play Areas
Transition Support
Flexible Hours
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Family-run nursery with 30+ years of community childcare experience
- Ofsted 'Good in all areas' rating with rigorous staff training standards
- Dedicated key person system for personalized child development monitoring
- Award-winning food hygiene with seasonal, nutritionist-approved menus
- Forest School program developing outdoor learning and physical resilience
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Loves the staff
Confidence grow immensely
Fantastic staff
Transformed character
Happy and secure
Services
Baby Room Care
Our Baby Room provides gentle, stimulating care for infants with a 1:3 staff ratio. Qualified practitioners support developmental milestones through sensory play and outdoor exploration on artificial grass areas. Separate changing facilities ensure privacy while maintaining easy access to play spaces. Daily routines are tailored to individual needs with regular parent updates.
Forest School Sessions
Led by qualified instructors, our Forest School program develops physical strength and confidence through nature-based activities. Children engage in structured outdoor exploration that builds resilience and environmental awareness. Sessions focus on risk assessment skills and natural world discovery while aligning with early years curriculum requirements for physical development.
eyLog Parent App
The eyLog app provides real-time insights into children's daily activities with photos, videos, and developmental observations. Parents receive instant notifications about meals, sleep patterns, and achievements while maintaining strict privacy controls. The platform enables two-way communication for sharing home observations that enrich each child's learning journey.
Key Person System
Each child is assigned a dedicated key person who monitors their development and maintains consistent communication with families. This system ensures individualized attention while maintaining comprehensive observation records. Practitioners use detailed knowledge of each child's preferences to tailor learning activities that match personal interests and developmental needs.
Nutritious Meals
Our 5-star rated kitchen provides nutritionally balanced meals prepared on-site by experienced cooks. Three-week seasonal menus include vegetarian options and accommodate special dietary requirements. Parents receive daily updates about food consumption through the eyLog app and in-person briefings during drop-off/pick-up times.
People
Alice Apel
Director
Alice Apel leads Rainbow Day Nursery's strategic direction, building on three decades of family childcare legacy. With extensive early years sector experience, she ensures operational excellence while maintaining the nursery's community-focused ethos through regular staff development programs.
Michelle Smith
Nursery Manager
Michelle Smith manages daily operations with over 20 years of hands-on childcare experience. Her leadership maintains Ofsted compliance standards while fostering staff development. She directly oversees educational programs and parent engagement initiatives, including implementation of the eyLog digital communication system.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-5 years through our dedicated Baby Room, Toddler Room, Early Learner, and Pre-School rooms.
Is your nursery Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are Ofsted registered and received a 'Good in all areas' rating during our 2023 inspection.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the eyLog app for real-time updates with photos/videos, plus daily in-person briefings about meals, sleep patterns, and developmental milestones.
What are your opening hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:00pm, 50 weeks a year, excluding bank holidays and Christmas shutdown period.
Do you offer flexible childcare options?
Our regular hours include early drop-off and late collection. We also accommodate last-minute arrangements when possible, supporting working families' changing needs.
How do you support school readiness?
Our Pre-School program partners with local primary schools for smooth transitions. Forest School activities develop confidence while structured learning prepares children for formal education.
