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WITH LETS EXPLORE DAY NURSERY

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Welcome to Lets Explore Day Nursery

Our ethos

Feeling at home. Finding confidence. Growing through play.

At Lets Explore, we believe children flourish when they feel safe, happy and valued. We create a warm, homely environment where every child can build trusting relationships, feel a sense of belonging and find the confidence to explore.

We take time to get to know each child — their interests, personality and individual needs. Working closely with families, we help children settle at their own pace and share the discoveries and achievements that make their nursery journey special.

We believe learning should be active, meaningful and fun. Through a balance of child-led play and thoughtfully planned activities, we encourage curiosity, creativity and the confidence to have a go. Our approach follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting each child's development while making room for their own ideas and interests.

Above all, we're helping children build foundations for life. From making friends and expressing their feelings to solving problems and doing things for themselves, we nurture the independence, kindness and resilience that will support them long beyond nursery.

About the nursery

Every detail of our bespoke nursery has been considered to deliver the highest standard of care for your child and features five engaging classroom themes for different age groups - Sea Cadets, Ocean Explorers, Jungle Adventurers and Space Cadets and Arctic Explorers. From the floor layout to the quality of toys, equipment, and vibrant décor, each element of the nursery has been carefully designed to safely assist and promote the key areas of your child's development. 
Managed by a fabulous team, with over 15 years' experience at 'outstanding' Ofsted nurseries, we recruit the very best staff and look after them, knowing that a happy team enables us to provide the very best care for your child.

Our children benefit from:

  • Outdoor space with play equipment.
  • Access to the Lets Explore soft play during their sessions when suitable.
  • 4 months – 2 years: two dedicated rooms, set up to accommodate the needs of our youngest children, including their own cot or bed.
  • 2 – 3 years: a large open plan space specifically for this age group.
  • 3 years and over: two further rooms for pre-schoolers.
  • All children have access to their own bathroom facilities where they can begin their potty-training journey towards achieving independence.
  • Healthy and nutritious meals that cater for all dietary requirements and allergies.
  • Flexible booking and payment options
  • 50% discount for immediate family for the Lets Explore soft play.

My daughter's key worker is brilliant! She has helped my daughter with her communication skills immensely. She is really empathetic and devises great activities for the development of the babies.
Lorenza S

She has made some great relationships with staff and children. Having recently gone through a family crisis and separation the nursery supported my daughter and me through such a difficult time.
Chloe B

My son has been attending since we moved to the area last year and has loved every minute. The nursery itself is spacious and clean with plenty of toys and activities for the children to enjoy and great food and menu options too.
Carina G

My son has been going to nursery for well over a year. He loves it - I love watching him run in with his backpack on! The team are amazing and superb. With their help, we smashed potty training in two weeks!
Charlie L

The team are beyond incredible, with so many activities and a constant stream of updates and pictures of what she gets up to! My daughter has thrived in their care and she loves all of the team.
Kerrie-Anne K

My son has attended Lets Explore since September. His development has come on in leaps and bounds, especially with his speech and interaction with other children. Before he started, he had huge separation anxiety from me.
Suzan G

Your peace of mind

When it's time for your child to start with us, we will work closely with you to make sure that they are introduced gradually, allowing plenty of time to familiarise themselves with us and the nursery, and ensure a smooth transition for both you and your child. 

We pride ourselves on excellent communication with parents and guardians. We hold sessions throughout the year that allow you to come in and discuss your child's progress. Through the Famly app, you will be sent regular updates and pictures throughout the day so that you know what your child has been doing, when they slept, when they had their nappy changed or went to the toilet. On the Famly app, we also record your child's development against the Early Years Foundation Stage areas of learning, making sure you are always in the loop. 

We work closely with outside agencies and local SEN charities to make sure our little explorers with learning difficulties and disabilities are included in all our activities. We work hard to make sure our knowledge is up to date and that support systems are in place for specific conditions. We are committed to staff training, making sure that children have access to all opportunities with us.

Caring people. Big adventures.

Choosing a nursery is about more than rooms and facilities — it's about the people who will comfort, encourage and celebrate your child every day.

At Lets Explore, our team brings warmth, creativity and plenty of fun to nursery life. From a reassuring cuddle to cheering on a new achievement, we take time to get to know each little explorer and build trusting relationships with their family.

Get to know our founders, nursery management team, SENCO and Room Leaders, and discover the friendly faces helping your child's next adventure begin.

Meet our team

Opening Times

Little adventures, Monday to Friday

We welcome little explorers throughout the week, with full-day and sessional childcare options to suit your family.

Monday–Friday: 7am–7pm
Open 51 weeks a year, excluding bank holidays.

Speak to our nursery team about available days, session times and arranging a visit.

A day at Lets Explore

From the moment your child arrives first thing in the morning, they will be welcomed by their own key worker and have constant supervision with our friendly, caring team all day. We work with you to make sure your home routine is reflected with us, keeping your child reassured and making the transition as easy as possible.

In our bright, open plan and modern space, we incorporate both structured activities and child-led play sessions to give children a fun range of opportunities for development. There's never a dull moment at Lets Explore - between activities we break the day up to allow time for healthy snacks, nutritious meals, naps, and free play, keeping children engaged and happy all the way through to home time.

A typical day could look like this:
7.00am Early Birds Breakfast Club
8:00am Children are welcomed by their keyworker and breakfast is served.
8:30am Free play followed by structured activities.
9:45am Time to wash hands and have a snack.
10:15am Sleep time for the youngest children and garden play for the older children.
11:00am Structured activities for all the children.
11:35am Group time and singing.
11:45am Lunch time.
12:30pm Sleep time or quiet activities to recharge.
2:00pm Afternoon snack time.
2:30pm Messy play and group activities.
3:00pm Time for fresh air and garden play.
3:45pm Stories and singing in the children's rooms.
3:55pm Teatime.
4.45pm Free play and getting ready to go home.
6.00pm Pick up time.
7.00pm Last pick up for Evening Club.

Foodie Explorers

Our partnership with Zebedees fuels your child with nutritious and delicious meals to energise a day of play and learning. With varied menus and locally sourced produce, these balanced meals encourage healthy eating and give children the freedom to explore new tastes and cuisines. 

Choose from a seasonal three-weekly menu that includes baby purees, hot lunches, and teatime meals. All allergies, intolerances, cultural considerations, and dietary requirements are carefully monitored by a team of specialist dietary chefs who freshly prepare meals for the children each morning.

Zebedees

Sample menu

 

A little peek at their next big adventure

Wondering what nursery life could look like for your little explorer? Take a closer look at Lets Explore with our nursery prospectus.

It's a lovely place to start getting to know us, whether you're exploring childcare options or preparing for your first visit. Browse at your own pace, share it with your family and jot down any questions — we'd love to chat them through when you come and see us.

VIEW OUR NURSERY PROSPECTUS

Come and explore with us

There's only so much a website can show you. Come and meet our team, explore the nursery rooms and picture your little one enjoying their next adventure.

Call us on 0330 055 3336 or complete the enquiry form below to ask about availability and arrange a visit. Tell us your child's age, preferred start date and the days you're looking for, and we'll help you take the next step.