Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Hinckley
At Orchard End Nursery, we understand the profound trust parents place in us when choosing childcare. Since 1994, we have provided nurturing, individualised care for children aged 12 weeks to 8 years in Hinckley. Our team of experienced professionals, many of whom are parents themselves, creates a 'home from home' environment where children thrive through age-appropriate learning and emotional support. We operate across three dedicated rooms - Baby, Toddler, and Preschool - each designed to meet specific developmental needs. Our Summer Holiday Club extends care during school breaks, while our 51-week operational schedule ensures consistent support for working families.We prioritise open communication with parents, maintaining transparent processes for feeding, weaning, and emotional development. Our outdoor spaces, including gardens and orchards, complement indoor learning zones focused on construction, mathematics, ICT, and creative arts. Through structured routines and flexible nap provisions, we cater to individual needs while preparing children for successful school transitions. Our key workers collaborate closely with local schools to ensure smooth educational progressions, supported by a 15-hour weekly free childcare provision for eligible 3-4 year olds.
Services
Nursery Care
Pre-school Education
Holiday Club
Baby Room
Toddler Room
Outdoor Learning
Transition Support
Parent Collaboration
Messy Play
ICT Activities
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Established nursery operating since 1994
- Three dedicated age-appropriate learning environments
- Structured learning zones with specialist equipment
- Experienced team with parental understanding
- Collaboration with local schools for smooth transitions
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery care provides safe, nurturing environments for children aged 12 weeks to 8 years. With dedicated baby, toddler and preschool rooms, we offer heuristic play, structured learning and outdoor exploration. Each space is designed to meet specific developmental needs while maintaining a 'home from home' atmosphere. Our team delivers individualised care aligned with national educational standards.
Holiday Club
Our Summer Holiday Club offers structured childcare during school breaks for children aged 5-8 years. Featuring age-appropriate activities including craft projects, outdoor excursions and educational play, we provide full-day sessions with included meals. Discounted rates available for extended bookings, ensuring continuity of care during critical school holiday periods.
Preschool Education
Specialised preschool education prepares children for school transitions through investigative learning and structured activities. Our two-room facility includes construction zones, ICT equipment and creative arts spaces. Key workers collaborate with local schools to ensure smooth educational progressions, supported by a government-funded 15-hour weekly childcare provision for eligible 3-4 year olds.
Baby Room
Our baby room operates two dedicated units: a quiet 'snuggle' area for relaxation and feeding, and an activity space for developmental play. Heuristic learning experiences and one-to-one practitioner interactions support early milestones. Parents receive regular updates about feeding patterns, weaning progress and emotional development through our transparent communication processes.
Toddler Room
The toddler room features structured learning zones catering to energetic young children. With dedicated areas for messy play, music, role play and quiet rest, our enthusiastic team supports physical development and social skills. Flexible nap provisions accommodate home routines while stimulating activities promote cognitive growth during this crucial developmental stage.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 12 weeks to 8 years through our nursery, pre-school and holiday club services.
How many weeks per year are you open?
We operate for 51 weeks annually, closing only for Christmas and New Year holidays.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
Yes, we provide 15 free hours weekly childcare for eligible 3-4 year olds as part of the government's early education entitlement.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
Our extensive outdoor spaces include gardens, orchards and activity areas with den-making opportunities, noise stations and supervised exploration zones.
How do you support school transitions?
Our key workers collaborate with local schools to ensure smooth educational progressions, sharing developmental records and preparing children for classroom environments.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain strict child-to-staff ratios, operate secure premises with controlled access, and all staff hold current DBS checks and paediatric first aid qualifications.
