Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Experts in Grimsby
Established in 1987, For Under Fives has dedicated itself to delivering exceptional childcare and early years education across Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire, and Yorkshire. Our philosophy centres on providing child-centred care that recognises each child's unique potential, supported by fully trained and qualified staff who implement a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). We maintain strong partnerships with parents and carers, ensuring a holistic approach to child development while adhering to rigorous safeguarding standards.As an Investor in People, we prioritise continuous professional development for our team, maintaining some of the highest staff-to-child ratios in the sector. Our twelve nurseries, including settings within NHS hospitals and community centres, combine secure environments with flexible services operating up to 51 weeks annually, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and quality care.
Services
Day Nurseries
Pre-School Education
Montessori Curriculum
NHS Staff Childcare
Government-Funded Places
Flexible Session Options
Special Educational Needs Support
Online Learning Journeys
Healthy Meal Provision
Parent Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 26+ years of outstanding childcare provision
- Highest staff-to-child ratios in pre-school provision
- Ofsted-registered with outstanding inspection ratings
- Specialist Montessori and NHS partnership nurseries
- Investor in People certified for staff development
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Investor in People
What people say
Staff genuinely care
Ofsted Grade OUTSTANDING
Engaging activities
Dedicated keyworkers
Excellent progress tracking
Services
Day Nurseries
Our twelve purpose-built nurseries provide safe, stimulating environments for children aged 0-5 years. Each setting offers 2.5 sqm play space per child, with specialist facilities including Montessori resources and NHS hospital-based childcare. Services operate 51 weeks annually with flexible session options.
Pre-School Education
Delivered through play-based curriculum aligned with EYFS standards, our pre-school programmes develop foundational skills through structured activities. Qualified staff maintain 1:4 staff-to-child ratios, ensuring individual attention and tailored learning journeys documented via Tapestry online platform.
Government-Funded Places
We offer 15-30 hours weekly funded childcare for eligible families, including 9-month-olds and working parents. Services include term-time or stretched-year options, with transparent pricing and support navigating tax-free childcare schemes and universal credit claims.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our inclusive settings provide tailored care for children with additional needs, featuring individualised development records and keyworker systems. Staff receive ongoing training in SEND requirements, ensuring continuity of care and collaboration with specialist agencies.
Healthy Meal Provision
Freshly prepared meals use locally sourced ingredients, offering balanced nutrition with vegetarian and special dietary options. Menus include breakfast, two snacks, and two main meals daily, with hydration prioritised through accessible water stations and milk options.
People
Claire Spencer
Nursery Manager
With over 30 years in childcare, Claire leads The Village Day Nursery in Cottingham. Her expertise in early years education focuses on creating nurturing environments that stimulate young minds through play-based learning.
Emma Worship
Nursery Manager
Emma manages The Woodlands Day Nursery in Goole, bringing 25 years of experience in childcare leadership. She specialises in developing inclusive programmes that support children's emotional and cognitive development.
Nic Hamer
Nursery Manager
As manager of Dearne Valley Day Nursery, Nic oversees an Ofsted Outstanding-rated setting. With two decades in the sector, he champions staff development and innovative approaches to early years education.
Questions
What government-funded childcare options are available?
We offer 15-30 hours weekly funded childcare for eligible families, including 9-month-olds and working parents, with term-time or stretched-year options available.
Do you provide meals for children?
Yes, we serve freshly prepared meals using local ingredients, including breakfast, two snacks, and two main meals daily with vegetarian and special dietary options.
How do you support children with additional needs?
Our inclusive settings provide tailored care with individualised development records, specialist resources, and staff trained in SEND requirements across all nursery locations.
What are your nursery operating hours?
Most nurseries operate 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday, with head office administration available 9:00-16:00. Weekend services are currently unavailable.
How do you track children's development?
We use Tapestry online learning journeys with daily observations, photographs, and videos accessible to parents, featuring EYFS profile references for learning progress tracking.
