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  • Walbrook Nursery School

    Walbrook Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school located in Derby, East Midlands. Led by the inspirational Mrs Balbinder Suddhi, the school offers a rich and varied curriculum, ensuring that learning is fun, active and challenging. With an exceptionally nurturing ethos and high levels of parental engagement, Walbrook Nursery School provides an excellent start to education for children aged 2-5 years.
    Walbrook Nursery School
  • Stonehill Nursery School

    Stonehill Nursery School is a local authority nursery school located in Derby, East Midlands. With a dedicated and effective leadership team, the school provides a safe and caring environment where children aged 2-5 years can thrive. The engaging curriculum and strong provision for development ensure positive attitudes towards learning, while the school's focus on personal development and welfare ensures that every child receives the support they need. With a 'Good' OFSTED rating, Stonehill Nursery School offers quality education and prepares children for their transition to school.
    Stonehill Nursery School
  • Central Community Nursery School

    Central Community Nursery School is a local authority nursery school located in Derby. Under the leadership of Mrs Helen Fearn, the school provides a high-quality education for children aged 2-5 years. With a clear vision and strong partnership with parents, the school offers an attractive environment for learning and focuses on the achievement and safety of its students. The school has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in all areas, ensuring that your child receives the best education possible.
  • Whitecross Nursery School

    Whitecross Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Derby. Led by Mrs Claire FitzPatrick, the dedicated staff provides a caring and inspiring environment for children aged 3-4. With a focus on quality education, the school ensures children consistently make substantial progress, exceeding expectations. Settling in quickly and following routines happily, children leave the school with exceptional skills and readiness for the next phase of their education.
    Whitecross Nursery School
  • Harrington Nursery School

    Harrington Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Derby, East Midlands. With an exceptional quality of education, highly effective safeguarding measures and a stimulating and inclusive environment, children at Harrington Nursery make outstanding progress and are well-prepared for primary school. The school promotes an early love of reading and provides superb support for emotional development.
  • Lord Street Nursery School

    Lord Street Nursery School is a local authority nursery school located in Allenton, Derby. With a happy and engaging learning environment, our friendly staff provide a fun and effective curriculum. We prioritize the safety and progress of all students, including those with SEN, and have achieved a Good rating in all aspects of our latest Ofsted report.
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  • Ashgate Nursery School

    Ashgate Nursery School is a local authority nursery school located in Derby, East Midlands. With over 40 years of experience, our dedicated staff provide a stimulating environment for children aged 2-5 years to begin their educational journey. Our good Ofsted rating reflects our strong leadership, quality teaching, and outstanding behaviour and safety. We prioritize safeguarding and support disadvantaged children, ensuring all students feel safe and develop a love for reading. Come join us on our exciting adventures!
  • Derwent Stepping Stones

    Derwent Stepping Stones is a highly regarded nursery in Derby, providing high-quality early education in a welcoming and homely environment. With a culture of high expectation and designated key persons for each child, we ensure strong teaching and personal development. Flexible childcare options available.
  • Woodlands PDN

    Woodlands PDN is a nursery located in Derby, East Midlands. With a history dating back to 1991, it offers a bright and motivating environment for children aged 0-8 years. The school has been rated as Good by Ofsted, with positive outcomes for children and a focus on personal development, behavior, and welfare. The dedicated staff establish strong relationships with parents, ensuring children achieve well and acquire necessary skills.
    Woodlands PDN
  • Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Heatherton

    Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Heatherton is a caring and nurturing nursery that provides high-quality childcare and engaging learning opportunities for children aged 0.3-5 years. With a focus on independence and communication development, our dedicated staff support children with special educational needs and disabilities. However, improvements are needed in areas such as risk assessments and staff deployment. Overall, we strive to create a safe and stimulating environment where every child's individual needs and happiness are prioritized.
    Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Heatherton
  • The Orchard Garden Private Day Nursery

    The Orchard Garden Private Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming nursery in Derby, East Midlands. With a focus on language and communication skills, children make good progress and develop strong relationships with staff. The nursery promotes independence and cooperative play, providing healthy meals for the children.
  • The Early Years Academy Derby

    The Early Years Academy Derby is an outstanding nursery in Derby, East Midlands. With a focus on individualized learning and a dedicated staff trained in early years education, we provide a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0.3 to 12 years. Come visit us for a personal tour and see the fantastic development opportunities we offer.
    The Early Years Academy Derby
  • Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood

    Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood provides engaging learning opportunities and high-quality childcare for children aged 0.3-5 years. With a bright and motivating learning environment, effective preparation for school, and strong relationships with parents, our nursery ensures every child receives the best start to their education.
    Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood
  • Incredible Kids (Derby) Limited

    Incredible Kids (Derby) Limited is a nursery in Derby, East Midlands. Founded in 2014, it offers a safe and stimulating learning environment for children aged 0.3-5 years. With a good Ofsted rating, the nursery focuses on children's progress and provides excellent support for those with special educational needs and disabilities. Staff encourage independence and provide healthy meals. However, there is room for improvement in offering a wider range of mathematical activities and providing parents with more information for home learning.
    Incredible Kids (Derby) Limited
  • Rydale Children's Nursery

    Rydale Children's Nursery is a friendly and inclusive community nursery in Derby. With a committed staff group, we offer excellent early experiences for children aged 0.3-11 years. Our warm and nurturing environment promotes positive wellbeing and supports children's independence and communication skills. Parents appreciate the care provided and our inclusive approach to education.
  • White House Day Nursery Alvaston

    White House Day Nursery Alvaston is a Good nursery located in Derby, East Midlands. With a dedicated and experienced staff, the nursery provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years. The practitioners focus on creating an inviting atmosphere and planning enjoyable activities. They also work closely with parents and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children's development and well-being.
  • Bright Horizons Derby Day Nursery and Preschool

    Bright Horizons Derby Day Nursery and Preschool is a welcoming and nurturing school located in Derby, East Midlands. With a dedicated nursery manager, Lisa Snell, and a team of experienced educators, the school provides a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 0.3-5 years. Offering a wide range of activities and opportunities for learning and development, it ensures that every child receives personalized care and attention. With its convenient location within the David Lloyd Leisure Club, parents can have peace of mind while their children thrive and grow at Bright Horizons Derby Day Nursery and Preschool.
    Bright Horizons Derby Day Nursery and Preschool
  • ACE Nursery

    ACE Nursery is a well-established nursery in Derby, East Midlands. With a strong commitment to children's outcomes and effective partnerships with parents, the nursery provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0.3-11 years. With a focus on confidence building and high-quality teaching, ACE Nursery ensures that children are confident learners. The nursery also boasts well-resourced outdoor areas for children to explore and learn.
  • Sinfin Community Childcare

    Sinfin Community Childcare is a high-quality and affordable nursery in Sinfin, Derby. With a focus on safety, learning, and engagement, we provide a secure and caring environment for children aged 0-5 years. Our dedicated staff, strong partnerships with parents, and effective leadership ensure positive outcomes for children.
  • Little Scholars Littleover

    Little Scholars Littleover is a well-established nursery in Derby, providing high-quality childcare for children aged 0.3-11 years. With a passionate management team and dedicated staff, the nursery offers a nurturing environment where children learn through play. The school's strong focus on personal development, behaviour, and welfare ensures positive outcomes for all children.
    Little Scholars Littleover
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