Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Day Nursery Services for Children Aged 0-5
Incredible Kids Day Nurseries were established in 2013 with a clear mission: to provide children with the best possible start in life through a warm, safe environment that nurtures individual development. Founded by Samantha Corbin, a passionate entrepreneur and mother of six, our nurseries in Ashby de la Zouch and Derby reflect her vision of creating spaces where children, parents, and staff thrive. Under the leadership of Chris Corbin since 2017, we maintain a commitment to ethical values, environmental responsibility, and excellence in early years education. Our purpose-built facilities offer extensive indoor and outdoor play areas, sensory rooms, and highly qualified staff trained in paediatric first aid.We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework while providing tailored care through our Key Person system, ensuring each child receives individual attention. With 5-star hygiene ratings, fresh seasonal menus, and partnerships with parents, we combine structured learning with exploratory play to foster confidence, creativity, and school readiness. Our team's expertise, investment in continuous professional development, and focus on safety through controlled access and CCTV demonstrate our dedication to being a trusted leader in childcare.
Services
Full-Time Nursery Care
Part-Time Places
Sensory Room Access
School Readiness Programs
Outdoor Learning Activities
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Established in 2013 with purpose-built nurseries in Ashby and Derby
- 5-star food hygiene ratings and fresh seasonal meal preparation
- Sensory rooms enhancing developmental learning for all ages
- Experienced staff with paediatric first aid qualifications
- Key Person system ensuring individualised child care and parental partnerships
What people say
Highly qualified staff
5-star hygiene ratings
Excellent sensory rooms
Strong parental partnerships
Well-structured programs
Services
Full-Time Nursery Care
We offer full-time childcare placements for children aged 0-5 years across our purpose-built nurseries. Our 5-star rated facilities provide structured routines combined with free-flow learning in dedicated age-specific rooms. Each child benefits from individualised attention through our Key Person system while developing social skills through group activities.
Sensory Room Access
Our dedicated sensory rooms feature stimulating environments with controlled lighting, textured surfaces, and interactive sound equipment. These spaces support children's cognitive development by encouraging exploration through sight, sound, and touch while providing calming environments for relaxation and focused learning.
School Readiness Programs
Tailored programs prepare 3-5 year olds for formal education through structured activities including circle time, self-registration, and jolly phonics sessions. We promote independence while following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum to ensure children develop essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
Outdoor Learning Activities
Children access extensive outdoor spaces featuring growing areas, balancing beams, and water walls. Our free-flow system allows continuous outdoor exploration, supporting physical development and environmental awareness while meeting safety standards through secure perimeter controls and staff supervision.
Special Dietary Requirements
Our experienced chefs prepare fresh, balanced meals daily using locally sourced ingredients. We accommodate all dietary needs including cultural, religious, and allergy-related requirements while maintaining 5-star hygiene standards. Menus follow seasonal availability and introduce children to diverse culinary experiences.
People
Samantha Corbin
Founder
Founded Incredible Kids in 2013 after identifying a need for high-quality childcare in Derby. A mother of six, she created nurturing environments combining educational excellence with emotional support before passing away in 2017.
Chris Corbin
Director
Samantha's husband who continues her legacy, overseeing daily operations across both nurseries. He maintains her vision while ensuring staff development, quality standards, and strong parental partnerships remain central to our approach.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 12 weeks to 5 years across dedicated baby, toddler, and pre-school rooms at both locations.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, all meals and snacks are included. We prepare fresh, balanced meals daily using locally sourced ingredients with options for all dietary requirements.
How do you support child development?
Following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, we combine structured learning with exploratory play in purpose-built environments that stimulate all seven areas of development.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain 5-star hygiene ratings, have controlled access systems, CCTV in all rooms, and a staff-to-child ratio of 1:3 for babies, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:8 for pre-schoolers.
Can I visit the nursery before enrolling?
Yes, we encourage prospective parents to arrange visits with our qualified team to experience our facilities and discuss your child's specific needs.
Do you offer flexible session times?
We provide full-time and part-time placements with sessions from 07:30-17:30 in Ashby and 08:00-17:00 in Derby, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.
