Welcome to Ladybird Nursery

A home-from-home where your child can grow, learn, and thrive.

At Ladybird Nursery, we’re passionate about providing a safe, loving, and inspiring environment for up to 49 children, from as young as 3 months up to school age (around 5 years old). We believe that every child is unique and deserves to feel valued, supported, and encouraged as they take their first steps into the world.

Whether it’s your baby’s first experience of care outside the home or your pre-schooler getting ready for big school, we’re here every step of the way.


🧸 Our Rooms

We’ve created age-appropriate spaces to suit every stage of your child’s early development. Each room is thoughtfully designed to promote exploration, imagination, and confidence.

👶 Babies & Toddlers Room (0–2 years)

Our cosy and calming baby and toddler room is designed for our youngest learners. With soft spaces, sensory play, and lots of cuddles, we help little ones settle in and feel secure. Key carers build strong, loving bonds with each child, following home routines as closely as possible for a smooth transition into nursery life.

🐣 2–3’s Room

As your child becomes more curious and independent, our 2–3’s room encourages exploration, communication, and social interaction. With a balance of structured activities and free play, we support development through music, messy play, storytelling, and more.

🌈 Pre-School Room (3–5 years)

Our pre-school room is full of opportunities for learning, problem-solving, and creativity. With a strong focus on school readiness, we help children develop important early literacy and numeracy skills through fun and engaging activities. We also place a big emphasis on emotional wellbeing, helping children feel confident and prepared for the next step in their journey.


🍏 Meals & Nutrition

We know how important good nutrition is for growing bodies and minds. That’s why all our meals, snacks, and drinks are freshly prepared on-site every day by our talented nursery cook.

Our menu is carefully planned to be well-balanced, healthy, and delicious – and we’re always happy to cater to special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific needs. Mealtimes are a relaxed, social part of the day where children are encouraged to try new foods and develop independence.


🎓 Staff, Training & Ofsted

You can feel confident knowing your child is in safe, capable, and caring hands.

Ladybird Nursery is fully registered with Ofsted and the Department for Education, and we’re proud of the standards we maintain.

Here’s what you can expect from our team:

  • All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications
  • Every team member is first aid trained
  • Staff receive ongoing in-house training with our nursery manager
  • We also offer online CPD-accredited training with access to over 110 courses related to early years education

We’re always learning so we can give your child the very best.


⏰ Session Times to Suit You

We offer flexible session options to support busy families and changing schedules:

  • Full Day: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Includes snacks, lunch & tea)
  • Half Day:
    • Morning: 8:00am – 1:00pm (Includes snack & lunch)
    • Afternoon: 1:00pm – 6:00pm (Includes snack & tea)
  • Early Start: From 7:30am (Pre-booking required)

Whether you need full-time care or part-time sessions, we’ll work with you to find the right fit.


💡 Funding Options

We believe quality childcare should be accessible to all families. We offer a range of government-funded childcare schemes, including:

  • FEET – Funded Early Education for Eligible 2-Year-Olds (Limited spaces available)
  • EYPP – Early Years Pupil Premium
  • DAF – Disability Access Funding
  • 15 Hours Universal – For all 3–4-year-olds (can be stretched across the year)
  • 30 Hours Extended – For working families with 3–4-year-olds (stretched)
  • 30 Hours for 9-Month-Olds – New funding option for eligible families (stretched)

We’re happy to talk you through the options and help with applications – just ask!


💳 What’s Included in Our Fees?

Our fees are fully inclusive, with no hidden extras. This means everything your child needs throughout the day is provided, including:

  • All educational supplies and resources
  • Wipes and nappies
  • Toothbrushing for children over 2
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Special visits from Molly Moo-Cow – a favourite of the children, bringing stories, music, and movement!
    Learn more about Molly Moo-Cow

🐞 Come and See for Yourself!

We know choosing the right nursery is a big decision, and we’d love to welcome you for a visit. You’ll be able to meet our friendly team, explore our lovely rooms, and get a feel for life at Ladybird Nursery.

To arrange a tour or ask any questions, simply get in touch – we can’t wait to meet you and your little one!