Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Childcare Services in Swindon
Poplars Nursery is a privately owned, independent childcare provider serving families in Swindon since 1995. Our nursery offers a safe, stimulating environment across 3 acres of land, featuring dedicated spaces for different age groups, outdoor learning areas, and a woodland play zone. We adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, ensuring children develop socially, emotionally, and academically. Our team of 50 staff members includes qualified nursery nurses, apprentices, and specialists in child development. We maintain OFSTED compliance and exceed national standards through continuous staff training and individualised learning journals.Our facilities include a kitchen preparing fresh meals, sleep areas, and a holiday club with themed activities. We operate a key-person system to ensure consistent care and provide regular parent updates. Our outdoor spaces promote physical activity and nature exploration, supporting holistic development. We accept government-funded childcare hours and offer flexible session options to accommodate working families.
Services
Daycare
Preschool
Holiday Club
Outdoor Learning
Nutrition Programmes
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Established in 1995 with 25+ years of childcare expertise
- OFSTED-registered exceeding national educational standards
- 3-acre site with woodland and outdoor learning facilities
- Qualified staff with NVQ Level 3 to BA Honours qualifications
- Individual learning journals tracking child development milestones
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
Services
Daycare
Our daycare service caters for children aged 3 months to 5 years with dedicated baby, toddler, and preschool units. Each room operates a key-person system with qualified staff maintaining strict adult-child ratios. Freshly prepared meals and sleep areas support individual routines while learning journals track developmental milestones.
Preschool
The preschool unit prepares children aged 3-5 for school through EYFS-compliant activities. Staff with Level 6 qualifications deliver child-led and adult-led learning sessions across dedicated provision areas. Outdoor play and forest school sessions develop physical and social skills in preparation for formal education.
Holiday Club
Holiday clubs operate during school breaks for children aged 5-14 years. Themed weekly activities include sports, dance, and creative workshops delivered by specialist instructors. The service includes transportation from local schools and full-day care with nutritious meals prepared on-site.
Outdoor Learning
Three acres of outdoor space feature woodland trails, cycle tracks, and adventure play areas. Forest school sessions develop exploration skills while vegetable gardens teach environmental awareness. Covered learning zones allow year-round outdoor education with appropriate weather clothing provided.
Nutrition Programmes
On-site chefs prepare balanced meals using fresh ingredients, including vegetarian options. Menus follow a three-week rotation with themed cultural days. Children participate in food preparation activities while staff encourage independence through self-serving practices appropriate to age groups.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children from 3 months to 14 years across dedicated age-specific units.
Are meals included in the fees?
Yes, all sessions include age-appropriate meals and snacks prepared fresh on-site daily.
Do you accept government childcare funding?
Yes, we accept 2-year-old funding and 3-4-year-old entitlements including 15-30 hour schemes.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff hold minimum NVQ Level 3 qualifications with many achieving Level 6 BA Honours.
Is there after-school transportation?
We offer pick-up services from Wanborough, Grange, and Covingham schools during term time.
How do you track child development?
Learning journals with photos and milestone records document progress, updated regularly by key persons.
