Business Details
21 Years
experience
Quality Childcare Services in Cinderford
Established in 2005, Bo-Peeps Day Nursery provides high-quality childcare in a secure, nurturing environment within the Forest of Dean. Our team of qualified professionals, including staff with CACHE Level 3 qualifications and management holding Early Years Professional Status, prioritises individualised care aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. We maintain strong parent partnerships to ensure continuity of care and offer purpose-designed facilities, including age-specific rooms and an outdoor woodland area.Our Ofsted-registered setting focuses on holistic child development through structured learning and play, supported by a 5-star food hygiene-rated kitchen providing nutritionally balanced meals. Regular educational outings and a commitment to staff training ensure children receive care that fosters growth, independence, and social skills.
Services
Daycare Services
Preschool Provision
Outdoor Learning
Meal Provision
Parent Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Staff qualified to CACHE Level 3 and Early Years Professional Status
- Ofsted-registered setting with 5-star food hygiene rating
- Secure outdoor woodland learning environment
- Individualised care plans following EYFS guidelines
- Flexible funding options including 15/30-hour government schemes
What people say
Nurturing staff
Child development progress
Secure environment
Positive Ofsted reports
Flexible funding options
Services
Daycare Services
Full-day care for children aged 0-4 years with qualified practitioners. Individual key workers ensure personalised attention following EYFS guidelines. Facilities include age-specific rooms with dedicated sleep areas and sensory equipment. Staff ratios exceed statutory requirements for enhanced care quality.
Preschool Provision
Structured learning programmes for 3.5-4 year olds aligned with national standards. Curriculum focuses on school readiness through play-based activities. Includes transition support to local primary schools and regular progress assessments shared with parents via Famly system.
Outdoor Learning
Daily access to secure garden and Forest of Dean woodland areas. Activities include environmental exploration, physical development through natural play, and seasonal learning experiences. Regular educational trips to farms, libraries and forest schools enhance practical knowledge.
Meal Provision
Home-cooked meals prepared on-site by 5-star hygiene-rated kitchen. Menus follow nutritional guidelines with allergy accommodations. Includes breakfast, snacks, and lunch with optional parent-provided alternatives for funded sessions. Dietary requirements documented during registration.
Parent Partnerships
Regular communication through Famly journals and face-to-face meetings. Parent workshops on child development topics. Flexible settling-in periods with key worker support. Involvement in planning through feedback sessions and social events like woodland walks.
People
Fred Boseley
Director
Early Years Professional with BA Degree and CACHE qualifications. Established Bo-Peeps in 2005 following personal childcare experiences. Oversees daily operations and strategic development while maintaining hands-on involvement with children.
Sarah W
Nursery Assistant Manager
NVQ Level 3 qualified with additional business management credentials. Supports operational management while maintaining direct childcare responsibilities. Focuses on staff training and parent communication.
Questions
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All practitioners hold at least CACHE Level 3 qualifications. Management team includes Early Years Professionals with degree-level qualifications and paediatric first aid certification.
Do you accept government-funded childcare places?
Yes, we offer 15 and 30-hour funded places for eligible families, including additional funding support for qualifying children aged 2-4 years.
How do you support children's learning and development?
We follow Ofsted's Early Years Foundation Stage framework with individualised planning through Famly journals. Activities are tailored to each child's interests and developmental stage.
What meals are provided during the day?
We provide freshly prepared breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily. Menus follow nutritional guidelines with allergy accommodations. Parents may provide packed lunches for funded sessions if preferred.
How do you ensure children's safety during outdoor activities?
All outdoor areas are securely enclosed with controlled access. Risk assessments are conducted for all activities. Staff maintain appropriate supervision ratios during woodland visits and outdoor play sessions.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm, closing only for Christmas week and bank holidays. Regular sessions available to suit working parents' schedules.
