Business Details
Outstanding Childcare and Early Education in Barrowford
At Barrowford Pre-school Nursery, we have dedicated ourselves to nurturing young minds and fostering holistic development for over three decades. Our Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery provides a secure, stimulating environment where children from infancy to five years thrive through tailored learning experiences. Managed by a mother-and-daughter team with a combined 60 years of expertise, our nursery combines warm, homely indoor spaces with expansive outdoor areas surrounded by countryside.Our practitioners prioritise secure attachments, embedding mathematical language and literacy into daily routines while collaborating closely with parents to ensure each childs unique needs are met. With robust observation systems and a focus on forest school sessions, we cultivate curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Our commitment to excellence has earned us consistent recognition as a leader in early years education.
Services
Early Years Education
Childcare
Forest School Sessions
Parental Workshops
Outdoor Learning
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in early years education.
- Our nursery is Ofsted-rated Outstanding for quality and care.
- Our team includes experienced practitioners with specialist expertise.
- We maintain strong partnerships with parents for child-centred development.
- Our forest school sessions promote outdoor exploration and resilience.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Fantastic progress
Dedicated staff
Welcoming environment
Strong partnerships
Engaging activities
Services
Early Years Education
Our curriculum focuses on holistic development through structured play and age-appropriate activities. Practitioners create stimulating environments that encourage curiosity while embedding literacy and numeracy skills. Daily routines incorporate child-led exploration and adult-guided learning to support cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
Forest School Sessions
Children engage in nature-based activities like den-building and bug-hunting to develop resilience and teamwork. Qualified practitioners facilitate self-directed learning in natural settings, promoting physical development and environmental awareness through hands-on experiences aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Parental Partnerships
We maintain open communication through regular progress updates, coffee mornings, and special events. Parents receive detailed insights into their childs development, with opportunities to contribute to learning plans and participate in workshops that strengthen home-school connections.
Childcare Services
Flexible term-time and full-time options cater to family needs, with dedicated rooms for different age groups. Our secure baby unit and transition rooms ensure age-appropriate care, while experienced deputies and practitioners maintain consistent routines that prioritise safety and emotional well-being.
Observation Assessments
Detailed observation systems monitor each childs progress against key milestones. Practitioners use these insights to tailor activities that challenge and motivate learners, ensuring individual needs are met through continuous assessment and adaptive planning.
People
Marjorie
Manager
With over 30 years in early years education, Marjorie co-leads the nursery, combining strategic oversight with hands-on engagement. Her expertise ensures consistent quality across all aspects of care and learning.
Karen
Co-manager
Karen collaborates with Marjorie to maintain high standards, focusing on staff development and curriculum innovation. Her 25-year career in childcare informs daily operations and long-term planning.
Elaine
Deputy Manager
Elaine oversees daily activities, ensuring smooth implementation of educational programs. With 18 years at the nursery, she provides continuity and mentorship to junior staff while supporting child assessments.
Lisa
Deputy Manager
Lisa manages operational logistics and parent communications. Her decade-long tenure includes specialising in early literacy development and coordinating forest school activities for outdoor learning.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children from infancy up to five years old, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
Is your nursery Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are Ofsted-registered and rated Outstanding for our childcare provision and educational standards.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
We provide free early education places in line with government guidelines, including tax-free childcare options.
What outdoor activities are available?
Our forest school sessions and natural play areas offer den-building, environmental exploration, and physical challenges for active learning.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through progress updates, coffee mornings, and special events to strengthen home-school partnerships.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our Jelly Beans group focuses on school readiness through structured activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
