Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Chulmleigh
Established to provide nurturing early years education, our nursery combines professional expertise with a family-oriented approach. Our team of qualified practitioners delivers personalized care aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, fostering confidence and emotional development through play-based learning. With over 20 years of collective experience in early education, including specialist roles in primary schools and international teaching, we create stimulating environments across dedicated age-specific rooms.Our homely setting prioritizes sensory learning and outdoor exploration, supported by daily fresh-cooked meals and regular parent communication. Recognized for exceptional staff-child relationships and flexible funding options, we prepare children for school transitions while maintaining strong family partnerships.
Services
Daycare Services
Preschool Education
Government Funded Hours
Outdoor Learning
Fresh Meal Provision
Highlights and features
- We offer dedicated age-specific rooms with tailored learning approaches
- Our team includes Early Years Specialists with over 6 years' primary school experience
- We provide flexible government-funded hour allocations for eligible families
- Our nursery maintains 1:3 staff-to-child ratios in baby rooms
- We implement daily fresh-cooked meals with local dairy produce
What people say
Fantastic caring setting
Excellent communication
Confidence building
Nurturing environment
Leaps and bounds development
Services
Daycare Services
Our full-day childcare provision supports children aged 6 months to 5 years with dedicated age-specific rooms. Each space maintains appropriate staff ratios while offering sensory learning and emotional development activities. Parents benefit from flexible booking options and regular progress updates through our communication app.
Preschool Education
Tailored pre-school programs prepare children for school transitions through structured yet child-led learning. Our curriculum focuses on communication skills, physical development and social-emotional growth using interactive resources and outdoor exploration. Daily activities align with Early Years Foundation Stage requirements while maintaining individual learning plans.
Fresh Meal Provision
We provide freshly prepared meals using local dairy produce and seasonal ingredients. Children participate in menu planning and self-serving to develop motor skills. The program includes breakfast, hot lunches, and afternoon tea with milk or water, plus weekly milkshakes and smoothies made from fresh fruit.
Government Funded Hours
Eligible families can access various funded hour options including 15/1140 hours entitlements. Flexible arrangements allow term-time or stretched year-round allocations with options to split funding across multiple providers while maintaining quality care standards.
Outdoor Learning
Daily outdoor activities focus on nature exploration and physical development. Children engage with natural environments through structured play sessions that encourage curiosity and environmental awareness while developing gross motor skills and social interaction in safe outdoor spaces.
People
Lauren Arnell
Nursery Owner
Early Years Specialist with over 6 years' experience as Assistant Headteacher in Essex primary schools. Combines classroom expertise with nursery leadership to create development-focused learning environments.
Beverley Arnell
Nursery Owner
Seasoned childcare professional with extensive management experience. Focuses on creating nurturing environments that balance educational development with emotional wellbeing for all children.
Beth Ju
Nursery Manager
Level 3 qualified practitioner with international teaching experience. Oversees daily operations and curriculum implementation while maintaining strong parent communication channels.
Michelle Bull
Nursery Admin Manager
Early Years specialist with over 20 years' experience. Manages administrative operations while maintaining strong family relationships and regulatory compliance.
Sophie Roberts
Deputy Manager
Qualified room leader with 10 years' childcare experience. Specializes in child development through play-based learning and outdoor educational activities.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children from 6 months to 5 years across three dedicated rooms.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, fresh-cooked meals and snacks are included with daily milk or water options.
Do you accept government funding?
We offer various funded hour options for eligible 2-3 year olds and pre-school children.
How do you communicate with parents?
We provide daily app updates, newsletters, and regular face-to-face communication with staff.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
Children engage in daily outdoor play with weather permitting, focusing on nature exploration.
What staff qualifications do you have?
Our team includes Early Years Specialists, Level 3 qualified practitioners and SEN specialists.
