Business Details
Trusted Childcare in Knighton, Powys
Established in Knighton, Powys, we provide high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to school age. Our nursery offers a nurturing environment across three dedicated rooms, following the Welsh curriculum with a focus on child-led learning and developmental milestones. With qualified staff maintaining a 1:3 adult-to-child ratio in our purpose-built Daisy Room, we prioritise sensory engagement and early learning foundations. Our Bluebell Room caters to toddlers through play-based activities aligned with the Foundation Phase curriculum, while the Sunflower Room delivers free funded sessions for preschoolers.We operate 8:00am-5:30pm Monday-Friday, offering freshly prepared meals accommodating dietary requirements, alongside extensive outdoor facilities accessible year-round. Our inclusive approach fosters independence and creativity, supported by regular progress monitoring to ensure school readiness.
Services
Baby Room
Toddler Room
Foundation Phase
Catering Services
Outdoor Play
Allergy Management
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 1:3 adult-to-child ratio in our baby room
- Our staff implement Welsh curriculum with child-led planning
- We offer free funded sessions for eligible preschool children
- Our facilities include purpose-built sensory and outdoor learning spaces
- All staff receive regular allergy awareness training
Associations and certifications
- CIW
- Estyn
Services
Baby Room
Our Daisy Room provides specialist care for children aged 0-2 years. Qualified staff deliver sensory play, storytelling, and outdoor activities in a purpose-built cabin with sleep facilities. The 1:3 staff ratio ensures individual attention while promoting early developmental milestones through structured yet flexible programming.
Toddler Room
The Bluebell Room caters to 2-3 year olds with play-based learning aligned to the Foundation Phase curriculum. Staff facilitate sand/water play, sensory activities, and community outings while preparing children for preschool transitions. Continuous garden access supports physical development and exploratory learning in a secure environment.
Foundation Phase
Our Sunflower Room offers free funded sessions for eligible 3+ year olds. Qualified educators deliver Welsh language development, numeracy, and ICT skills through small-group activities. The programme includes community outings and progress tracking to ensure school readiness, with optional wrap-around care available.
Catering Services
Daily freshly-cooked meals include fish pie, vegetable curry, and butternut squash risotto. Trained staff manage dietary requirements and allergies, providing alternatives like cheese and crackers or malt loaf. Menus follow nutritional guidelines while accommodating individual medical needs through documented allergy protocols.
Outdoor Play
Children enjoy unrestricted access to our all-weather garden featuring a mud kitchen, sand areas, sensory boards, and outdoor playhouse. The space supports year-round physical activity and nature exploration, with secure boundaries and weather-appropriate equipment facilitating daily outdoor learning experiences.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to school age, divided into three dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
Do you offer funded childcare?
Yes, we provide free Foundation Phase sessions for eligible 3+ year olds through Powys funding, with optional wrap-around care available.
How do you handle allergies?
All staff receive regular allergy training. We maintain detailed records and prepare alternative meals to accommodate specific dietary requirements.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:30pm, closing only for Bank Holidays and one week at Christmas.
Is outdoor play included?
Yes, children have unrestricted access to our all-weather garden with sensory areas, playhouse, and outdoor learning equipment.
How do you support child development?
We combine Welsh curriculum guidelines with child-led learning, tracking progress against developmental milestones through observation and structured activities.
