Business Details
Trusted Child Care Services in Derby
Established as a trusted childcare provider in Mackworth, Derby, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality early years education and care. Our Ofsted-rated 'Good' nursery offers a safe, inclusive environment for children aged 3 months to 11 years, with dedicated rooms tailored to different developmental stages. Our team of highly qualified professionals prioritises individualised learning, safeguarding, and nutritional excellence through freshly prepared meals.With over two decades of combined experience, our leadership team ensures compliance with rigorous safety standards while fostering strong partnerships with families. Our mission focuses on nurturing creativity, curiosity, and wellbeing through purpose-designed indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage holistic development.
Services
Baby Room
Infant Room
Preschool Room
Afterschool Club
Nutrition Services
Highlights and features
- We maintain Ofsted 'Good' ratings across all quality standards
- Our staff receive ongoing safeguarding and first aid training
- We provide freshly prepared meals catering to dietary requirements
- Our large indoor/outdoor spaces support holistic child development
- We offer flexible session times to accommodate family needs
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Best nurseries around
Fantastic job
Highly recommend
Come on leaps and bounds
Supportive nurturing staff
Services
Baby Room
Our baby room caters to children aged 3 months to 2 years with sensory-rich environments promoting foundational development. Trained caregivers provide individualised attention while maintaining strict safety protocols. The space includes dedicated sleep areas and age-appropriate play equipment to support motor skill development.
Infant Room
Designed for 2-3 year olds, our infant room offers structured learning through play activities. The first-floor facility features secure outdoor access and developmentally appropriate resources to encourage social interaction and early learning concepts.
Preschool Room
Our preschool provision prepares children for school transition through exploratory learning. The curriculum combines free-flow play with guided activities across art, literacy, and numeracy domains in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Afterschool Club
Operating until 6pm daily, our afterschool club provides homework support and recreational activities for school-aged children. The program includes transportation from local schools and structured evening meals.
Nutrition Services
We offer balanced, home-cooked meals prepared by our in-house chef using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu accommodates diverse dietary needs while promoting healthy eating habits through child-inclusive meal planning.
People
Victoria
Director and Nursery Manager
Victoria leads our nursery with over 15 years of early years sector experience. She ensures compliance with Ofsted standards while maintaining our nurturing environment. Her leadership focuses on staff development and family partnerships.
Kate
Deputy Manager
Kate supports daily operations with specialist knowledge in child development. She manages staff training programs and maintains our safeguarding protocols. Her approach prioritises individualised care and educational progression.
Questions
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, offering 51 weeks of annual service with closure during Christmas week.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we serve freshly prepared meals using locally sourced ingredients, including morning snacks, lunch, afternoon snacks, and high tea options.
How do you handle medication?
Prescribed medication can be administered with completed forms. Paracetamol is available for emergency use with parental consent.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we hold an Ofsted 'Good' rating across all quality standards for early years provision.
Do you accept childcare vouchers?
We accept childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare payments, and direct bank transfers for fee settlement.
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from 3 months to 11 years across our baby room, infant room, preschool, and afterschool club facilities.
