Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Leicester
Play Days Academy is a professional nursery in Glen Parva, Leicester, offering childcare for children aged 0 to 11 years. Our facility combines a safe, secure environment with spacious indoor and outdoor play areas, fostering learning through nature and sensory exploration. We adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and are registered with Ofsted, ensuring compliance with rigorous educational and safety standards. Our team of fully qualified, DBS-checked staff provides individualised care, using tailored learning plans and daily communication with parents to support each child's development.We prioritise emotional growth, empathy, and social skills through interactive activities, including animal-assisted sessions. Our open-door policy encourages parental involvement, and we maintain strong partnerships with families to create a nurturing, home-from-home atmosphere.
Services
Baby Room
Toddler Room
Pre School
Holiday Care
Outdoor Learning
Parent Partnerships
Special Educational Needs Support
Daily Reporting
Animal-Assisted Sessions
Transition Preparation
Highlights and features
- Our team consists of qualified early years educators with extensive DBS-checked experience.
- We provide individualised learning plans aligned with the EYFS framework for every child.
- Daily parent communication ensures transparency about meals, naps, and developmental progress.
- Natural outdoor environments and animal-assisted sessions foster empathy and sensory development.
- Flexible session options available from 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Amazing staff
Home from home feel
Phenomenal speech improvement
Fantastic communication
Lovely fresh environment
Services
Baby Room
Our baby lounge caters to children aged 6 weeks to 15 months, offering sensory-rich environments with treasure baskets, heuristic play, and custom sleep pods. Daily diaries track feeding, naps, and milestones while maintaining a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio. Natural materials and outdoor exploration support early developmental stages.
Toddler Room
Designed for 2-3 year olds, this programme focuses on speech development through 'Fun Time' and 'Talking Tots' sessions. Children engage in free-flow play between indoor and outdoor spaces, with staff fostering independence in self-care routines at a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio.
Pre School
For 3-5 year olds, our curriculum prepares children for formal education through structured learning in 'Wise Willows' classroom. Activities develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills while forest school experiences teach risk assessment and environmental awareness.
Holiday Care
Quality holiday provision for children aged 5-11 years featuring outdoor adventures, local excursions, and interest-based activities. Staff create memorable experiences through themed days and exploratory learning in our semi-rural setting.
Special Needs Support
We implement individualised support plans for children with communication difficulties and developmental needs. Our designated special educational needs lead works closely with parents and external professionals to ensure appropriate interventions and progress tracking.
People
Imelda
Proprietor
Level 4 Early Years Educator with expertise in child safeguarding and language development. Leads staff training and ensures compliance with EYFS standards across all nursery operations.
Gemma
Nursery Manager
Level 3 Early Years Educator responsible for daily operations and staff supervision. Specialises in creating safe, stimulating environments that support children's emotional and educational growth.
Leah
Deputy Manager
Experienced Level 3 Early Years Educator overseeing curriculum implementation and staff development. Focuses on maintaining high educational standards while fostering strong parent partnerships.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-11 years across our baby room, toddler room, preschool, and holiday care programmes.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are fully registered with Ofsted and comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and safeguarding requirements.
How do you support child development?
We create individual learning plans using EYFS guidelines, track progress termly, and incorporate sensory play, outdoor learning, and animal-assisted sessions.
What safety measures are in place?
All staff are DBS checked with 1:3 to 1:8 staff ratios. Secure facilities feature daily risk assessments and comprehensive safeguarding policies.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain daily communication through diaries and verbal updates, offer regular progress discussions, and encourage parental participation in their child's learning journey.
