Business Details
Trusted Child Care Services in Lostwithiel
At Nurtured Nursery, we are dedicated to creating an environment where every child thrives through play-based learning and exploration. Established with a focus on early childhood development, our nursery provides full-day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, complemented by breakfast and holiday clubs for primary school-aged children. Our team of highly qualified professionals maintains a low staff turnover, ensuring consistent, meaningful relationships with children. We prioritise natural resources, limited plastic use, and calming environments to enhance brain development, supported by research-backed methodologies. With 51-week annual operation and flexible funding options for eligible families, we combine expertise with a nurturing ethos to deliver exceptional care.Our outdoor learning spaces, including forest school and sensory gardens, foster creativity and discovery. Regular parent engagement, detailed learning journals, and a commitment to continuous improvement underscore our dedication to excellence. Recognised by Ofsted for outstanding provision, we serve families across Lostwithiel and surrounding areas, ensuring each child receives individualised attention. Our approach integrates safeguarding best practices, professional development, and community collaboration to support holistic growth. For over a decade, we have built trust through transparency, reliability, and a passion for early years education.
Services
Full Day Care
Breakfast Club
Holiday Club
Outdoor Learning
Sensory Room
Highlights and features
- We offer Ofsted-rated outstanding childcare with a focus on natural learning environments.
- Our experienced team maintains low staff turnover for consistent child-carer relationships.
- We provide tailored learning journals documenting each child's developmental progress.
- Our nursery features purpose-built outdoor spaces including forest school and sensory gardens.
- We support eligible families with government-funded childcare places for 2-4 year olds.
What people say
Outstanding staff
Excellent communication
Amazing meals
Lovely outdoor spaces
Significant child growth
Services
Full Day Care
Our full-day care supports children aged 3 months to 5 years with structured learning and free play. Qualified staff implement the Early Years Foundation Stage framework while fostering creativity through natural resources. Each child receives individual attention through dedicated key workers and learning journals documenting developmental milestones.
Breakfast Club
Our breakfast club provides supervised care before school hours, offering nutritious meals and engaging activities. This service supports working parents by ensuring children start their day in a safe, stimulating environment with experienced educators.
Holiday Club
During school holidays, our themed club delivers structured activities for primary school-aged children. Located in St Winnow School grounds, it combines educational experiences with outdoor play, maintaining continuity with our nursery's nurturing approach.
Outdoor Learning
Our outdoor learning programme utilises natural environments to develop physical, social, and emotional skills. Children explore purpose-built gardens and wooded areas, engaging in risk-assessed activities that promote problem-solving and environmental awareness.
Sensory Room
The dedicated sensory room supports children's sensory development through controlled lighting, textures, and sounds. This space aids regulation for children with additional needs while providing all children opportunities for focused, calming experiences.
People
Judith
Director
Qualified teacher since 1991 with Level 3 Forest School Leadership. Committed to early years development through nurturing environments. Prioritises staff continuity and child-centred learning approaches.
Sophie
Manager
Qualified teacher with 14 years nursery experience. Specialises in parent engagement and team leadership. Passionate about creating warm, inspiring care environments that support holistic child development.
Kelly
Deputy Manager
Early years professional since 2001 with degree in Early Childhood Studies. Focuses on child progression and staff development. Ensures consistent implementation of educational best practices.
Lena
Assistant Manager
Early Years degree holder and NASEN Level 3 SENCo qualified. Specialises in supporting children with additional needs. Advocates for inclusive practices that benefit all children's development.
Janet
Teacher
Experienced educator with 7 years preschool leadership. Focuses on family collaboration and school transition support. Brings diverse experience from nannying to special educational needs provision.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
What are your operating hours?
Our nursery operates daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks annually, including school holidays.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide government-funded places for eligible 2, 3, and 4-year-olds, including 30-hour options for working parents.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
We feature separate gardens for each age group, a sensory room, and extensive wooded play areas for forest school activities.
How do you support child development?
Through play-based learning, individual learning journals, and qualified staff who focus on Characteristics of Effective Learning principles.
Can I visit before enrolling?
Yes, we encourage prospective parents to book a visit and experience our nursery environment firsthand.
Reviews (2)
Sarah Davies
Aug 31, 2021
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An outstanding establishment with staff who go above and beyond constantly to ensure that the children in their care are happy and very well cared for. The staff are so nurturing and have helped my son develop and grow in so many ways in the time he has been there. I would highly recommend this setting.
Sarah Prescott
May 05, 2021
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I can't thank this nursery enough. Not only is my daughter absolutley thriving there and learning something new everytime she goes, but also my daughter left her favourite teddy there after attending and they have been absolutley amazing and have helped responded so quickly to help us get her teddy back and giving us a peaceful night's sleep. thank you all so much
