Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Clitheroe
Bright Futures Day Nursery has been dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and early years education since 2011. Our nurseries in Clitheroe, Crawshawbooth, and Barnoldswick offer a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children aged 0-5 can thrive. With highly qualified staff and a curriculum aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage, we prioritise individual development through tailored activities, outdoor learning, and strong partnerships with parents.Rated Outstanding by Ofsted for our commitment to healthy lifestyles and future-ready skills, we combine structured education with imaginative play, extracurricular activities like French lessons and football, and innovative tools such as Parental Webcam access. Our mission is to create a welcoming space where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Services
Daycare Services
Early Years Education
Forest School Programmes
Extracurricular Activities
Parental Webcam Access
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We are Ofsted-rated Outstanding for child development and safety
- Graduate-led practitioners with Early Years professional status
- Extracurricular activities including French, football, and dance
- Parental Webcam access for real-time child monitoring
- Forest School programmes for outdoor experiential learning
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Daycare Services
Bright Futures provides full-time and part-time daycare for children aged 0-5, operating 51 weeks annually with extended hours from 7:30am-6pm. Our Ofsted-rated Outstanding nurseries offer secure environments with structured routines, nutritious meals, and individualised care plans. Staff use observation and assessment to support each child's unique developmental journey.
Early Years Education
Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, covering communication, physical development, mathematics, literacy, PSED, and creative arts. Qualified educators deliver tailored activities that nurture cognitive skills, social interaction, and emotional growth through play-based learning and scientific investigations.
Forest School Programmes
Forest School sessions develop resilience and environmental awareness through hands-on outdoor experiences. Children engage in den-building, minibeast hunts, tree climbing, and river walking while learning risk assessment and teamwork. These activities promote physical coordination, problem-solving skills, and appreciation for nature.
Extracurricular Activities
We offer French language lessons, football coaching with Diddy Dribblers, and ballet/dance classes to enhance children's development. These activities improve motor skills, cultural awareness, and creative expression while providing opportunities for social interaction and confidence-building in specialist settings.
Parental Webcam Access
Our secure Parental Webcam system allows real-time viewing of nursery activities, providing reassurance and transparency. Parents can observe their child's interactions and learning experiences remotely, strengthening home-nursery partnerships and enabling immediate feedback opportunities with staff.
People
Stephanie Walmsley
Manager
Stephanie leads the Clitheroe nursery with over 15 years' experience in early years education. She holds Early Years Professional Status and specialises in child development frameworks.
Jasmine Cross
Manager/Owner
Jasmine manages the Crawshawbooth nursery, bringing expertise in childcare operations and community engagement. She established the Barnoldswick branch in 2015 and focuses on staff development.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children from birth to 11 years across our three nurseries, with dedicated spaces for different developmental stages.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we offer healthy, balanced meals and snacks prepared on-site, following dietary requirements and promoting good nutrition habits.
How do you support child development?
Our staff use observation, assessment, and individual learning plans aligned with EYFS standards to support each child's unique developmental needs.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All nurseries have graduate-led practitioners with Early Years Professional Status and relevant childcare qualifications, ensuring expert care.
Can parents observe nursery activities?
Yes, our Parental Webcam system allows real-time viewing of nursery sessions from any internet-connected device.
Do you offer flexible hours?
We operate 51 weeks annually with extended hours from 7am-6:30pm, accommodating full-time and part-time childcare needs.
