Business Details
Trusted Nursery & Pre-School in Minehead
Cheeky Cherubs Day Nursery & Pre-School in Minehead, West Somerset, has been dedicated to providing high-quality childcare since our establishment. Our purpose-built facility offers tailored environments for children aged 0-5 years, divided into three age-specific rooms with free-flow access to extensive indoor and outdoor learning spaces. We maintain an OFSTED Outstanding rating through our commitment to child-centred care, employing a key carer system that ensures consistent, personalised attention. Our team of qualified professionals delivers a curriculum aligned with EYFS 2021 standards, incorporating sensory play, physical development activities, and partnerships with families to support holistic growth.We operate 51 weeks annually with flexible hours from 7:30am-6pm, offering nutritious meals prepared on-site and maintaining a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio for infants. Our innovative use of the Famly app enables real-time communication with parents, while our outdoor garden and purpose-built sleep rooms create optimal environments for learning and rest.
Services
Day Nursery
Pre-School
Flexible Hours
Sensory Room
Outdoor Play
Meal Provision
Parent Communication
Child Development
Sleep Facilities
Allergy Management
Highlights and features
- OFSTED rated Outstanding in all areas since 2021
- Implement a key carer system for consistent child support
- Flexible sessions available from 7:30am-6pm, 51 weeks/year
- Purpose-built sensory room and outdoor learning environments
- Real-time updates via Famly app with daily photo reports
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
What people say
Amazing staff
Fantastic facilities
Excellent communication
Child development
Welcoming environment
Services
Discoverers Room
Specialised provision for children from birth to 18 months in a dedicated room with sensory-rich environments. Our trained staff deliver individualised care routines while maintaining a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio. The space features age-appropriate resources promoting early development through tactile exploration and secure attachment building.
Explorers Room
Dynamic learning environment for confident mobile children aged 2-3 years. Focus on physical development through structured play activities while maintaining a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio. Includes outdoor access and sensory experiences designed to enhance motor skills and social interaction in energetic toddlers.
Adventurers Room
Curriculum-focused provision for children aged 3-5 years preparing for school transition. Delivers EYFS 2021 outcomes through play-based learning with a 1:8 staff-to-child ratio. Features literacy, numeracy and creative activities alongside outdoor exploration to develop school readiness skills.
Famly App Integration
Digital platform providing real-time updates on children's daily activities and development. Enables instant photo sharing, learning journey documentation and two-way communication between staff and families. Supports transparent partnership working while maintaining data security compliance.
Outdoor Learning
All-weather access to extensive outdoor play areas with age-appropriate equipment and natural spaces. Promotes physical development, environmental awareness and imaginative play through structured and free-flow activities across all seasons.
People
Maggie
Key Carer
Experienced childcare professional specialising in early years development with over 15 years' experience in nursery settings. Implements individualised care plans while maintaining strong home-setting partnerships through regular communication and developmental observations.
Sarah
Key Carer
Qualified early years educator with expertise in toddler development and sensory integration. Focuses on creating secure attachments and facilitating smooth transitions for children moving between nursery rooms. Regularly participates in professional development workshops.
Questions
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 7:30am-6pm, 51 weeks annually, with closures only for bank holidays and Christmas period.
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide age-specific care for children aged 0-5 years through our three dedicated rooms: Discoverers, Explorers and Adventurers.
Are you OFSTED registered?
Yes, we are OFSTED registered and currently hold an Outstanding rating following our 2021 inspection.
What meal options are available?
We provide nutritionally balanced cooked lunches at £1.95 daily, with breakfast, snacks and dietary requirement accommodations included at no extra charge.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the Famly app for real-time updates, daily photo reports and instant messaging, alongside regular face-to-face communication with key carers.
Is outdoor play available all year?
Yes, all children have free-flow access to our extensive outdoor garden areas throughout the year with appropriate weather provisions.
