Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Blackpool
At Little Blossoms Nursery, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children from 3 months to 5 years can thrive. Our approach combines structured learning with free play, ensuring each child's developmental needs are met through tailored activities. With a team led by experienced nursery manager Leanne Marie Docherty, we maintain high standards of care and education. Our facilities include age-specific rooms like Little Buds for infants and Little Flowers for preschoolers, each designed to stimulate growth through exploration. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum while providing nutritious meals and regular physical activity.Our flexible sessions accommodate working parents' schedules, offering full-day, half-day, and hourly options. As an Ofsted-registered provider with a GOOD rating, we prioritise safety, communication, and partnership with families. Continuous staff training through LM Training and Consultancy ensures our team remains at the forefront of early years education. Located in Blackpool, we serve local families seeking reliable childcare that feels like a second home. Our commitment to quality was recognised in our 2019 Ofsted inspection, and we continue to build on this foundation of excellence.
Services
Infant care
Toddler programs
Preschool education
Flexible sessions
Nutritious meals
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer Ofsted-registered childcare with a GOOD rating since 2019
- Our flexible sessions accommodate working parents' schedules
- We provide nutritious meals prepared daily for all children
- Our team includes qualified professionals with extensive nursery experience
- We maintain dedicated age-specific learning environments for optimal development
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Experienced staff
Clean facilities
Flexible hours
Nutritious meals
Good communication
Services
Infant care
Our Little Buds room provides specialist care for infants aged 3 months to 2 years. The environment features sensory areas, physical development zones, and safe spaces for exploration. Our trained staff implement structured routines while responding to individual needs, ensuring a nurturing experience that supports early development milestones through play-based learning activities.
Toddler programs
Little Climbers caters to children aged 2-3 years with stimulating activities that encourage independence and social skills. Through role play, creative play, and physical challenges, we support cognitive development while maintaining safety. Our staff guide structured learning sessions that prepare children for preschool while fostering confidence and peer interaction in a supportive environment.
Preschool education
Little Flowers provides preschool education for children aged 3-5 years, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. We combine phonics instruction with play-based learning, offering resources that develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Our outdoor and indoor facilities support physical development while preparing children for school through structured educational activities and creative exploration.
Flexible sessions
We offer adaptable childcare solutions including full-day (8am-6pm), half-day (8am-1pm or 1pm-6pm), and hourly sessions. This flexibility accommodates varying parental work schedules while maintaining consistent care quality. Parents can arrange regular patterns or ad-hoc sessions to suit their specific requirements while ensuring continuity in their child's learning experience.
Nutritious meals
Our daily menu includes morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack, and tea, with water available throughout the day. All meals meet nutritional guidelines and are prepared fresh daily to support children's growth and development. We accommodate dietary requirements while making mealtimes sociable occasions that teach healthy eating habits and encourage independence in food choices.
People
Leanne Marie Docherty
Nursery Manager
Leanne Marie Docherty, owner and manager, brings extensive nursery management experience and early years qualifications to Little Blossoms. She leads daily operations while ensuring high-quality care standards. Her expertise in staff training and curriculum delivery supports the nursery's educational mission.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm, excluding bank holidays.
Are your fees inclusive of meals?
Yes, full-day care includes all meals and snacks, while half-day includes either morning or afternoon sessions with appropriate refreshments.
Is your nursery Ofsted registered?
Yes, we received a GOOD Ofsted rating in 2019 and maintain our registration standards.
Do you offer flexible childcare options?
We provide full-day, half-day, and hourly sessions to accommodate working parents' schedules.
How do you support child development?
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum with age-specific activities promoting physical, cognitive, and social development through play.
