Nurseries in East Midlands

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1,040 East Midlands Nurseries
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Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham

32 Nottingham Road, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8AT 

10 134 reviews
"Both of my children go here and they love it. My youngest has only just started. The care and attention that the staff give is wonderful -…"   Read all 134 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham follows a service philosophy based around treating each child as precious. With premium childcare alongside skilled education, parents can feel confident that their children will develop positively towards… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 95 Places
Serendipitys Day Nursery Grantham

18 North Parade, Grantham NG31 8AN 

10 85 reviews
"My daughter loves going to Serendipity's. In the 9 months she has attended, her confidence in everything has come in leaps and bounds. The…"   Read all 85 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery is a home from home family nursery set in the heart of Grantham where children have fun as they grow and develop and family is at heart of everything they do. Opened in 2012, the nursery creates a modern but cosy atmosphere… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery Grantham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 40 Places
Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark

79 Appleton Gate, Newark-on-Trent NG24 1LP 

10 193 reviews
"My son has settled in great since starting in September. His key worker has been amazing at making myself and my son both confident during…"   Read all 193 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is part of a nursery group that prioritises quality early years learning, as well as being committed to equality and diversity. By using self-evaluation techniques, the provider looks to ensure positive steps… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 58 Places
The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall

Beardall Street, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7JU 

10 181 reviews
"I have twin girls that started at Orange Tree very quickly after the unfortunate immediate closure of their previous nursery. They were…"   Read all 181 reviews

The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall is a beautiful nursery set in wonderful grounds in the centre of Hucknall. Specialist experienced staff will provide fun learning opportunities and experiences for your child from 6 weeks to 5 years of age and holiday… Read more about The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 160 Places
Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

Brambling House, Hady Hill, Calow, Chesterfield S41 0EF 

10 217 reviews
"We absolutely love this nursery and so does our daughter. The staff know her so well and she's learning so much that she's even started…"   Read all 217 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls is situated adjacent to St Peter & St Paul Independent School, providing a link that ensures an easy transition to the school environment. The nursery has been refurbished throughout with bright, open areas for babies,… Read more about Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 147 Places
Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School

Rand Farm Park, Rand, Market Rasen LN8 5NJ 

10 76 reviews
"The nursery is a warm and welcoming environment, creating a truly positive and friendly environment for our child. All the staff show an…"   Read all 76 reviews

Set in the heart of the farm park, Rand Farm Park Day Nursery and Pre School is an exciting purpose-built setting, offering children the highest standards of early year’s childcare. Perfectly located to provide an accessible farm environment for… Read more about Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 104 Places
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside

Rockingham House, Crow Lane, Northampton NN3 9BX 

10 31 reviews
"Monkey puzzle day nursery have been amazing with both of my daughters . One is in baby room and the other in Tweenies. They get so excited…"   Read all 31 reviews

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside in Northampton offers childcare and early years education to children aged from three months up to the age they start school. The nursery has four nursery and pre-school rooms for the various age ranges so children… Read more about Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 94 Places
Children 1st Grantham Nursery School

100 Trent Road, Grantham NG31 7XQ 

10 142 reviews
"My child is currently at this nursery and she is thriving!! All the staff are so lovely and attentive and communication is amazing!! No…"   Read all 142 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st Grantham Nursery School is situated close to the town centre, with easy access to local bus routes and the train station. The nursery is rated as 'Good' by Ofsted (May 2022). The environment has been refurbished throughout with bright,… Read more about Children 1st Grantham Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 112 Places
Maggie's Nursery

Hilltop, Breadsall, Derby DE21 4TJ 

10 93 reviews
"I'm so grateful to the Jemima Puddleducks team for the love, attentiveness and kindness they have shown my son since he started. They've…"   Read all 93 reviews

At Maggie’s the team believe that every child deserves a nurturing and stimulating environment where they can play, grow, learn, and thrive. Children should spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors being nurtured with nature, feeling free… Read more about Maggie's Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 160 Places
Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm

9 Lincoln Road, Tuxford, Newark-on-Trent NG22 0HR 

10 24 reviews
"I couldn't recommend Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm highly enough! The staff consistently think of engaging activities, linked in with my…"   Read all 24 reviews

Yellow Brick Road Pump Farm is situated in the village of Tuxford. The nursery aims to provide a happy, safe, warm and stimulating environment for all children to play, learn and develop freely. The nursery has 3 different groups according to age.… Read more about Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 45 Places
The Early Years Academy Ibstock

5-7 High Street, Ibstock LE67 6LG 

10 26 reviews
"My little boy started at the Early Years Ibstock in May 2025 and it was the best decision putting him with this nursery. All the staff are…"   Read all 26 reviews

The Early Years Academy Ibstock provides inspiring care to children in a fun and safe environment. Trained, passionate staff give children the confidence to thrive and develop news skills while having lots of fun. Staff observe how each child… Read more about The Early Years Academy Ibstock

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 100 Places
Melton Mowbray Nursery School

34 Dalby Road, Melton Mowbray LE13 0BH 

10 78 reviews
"This nursery has been wonderful in helping my little boy develop. They offer me flexibility of extra sessions as and when required, always…"   Read all 78 reviews
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Melton Mowbray Day Nursery provides high-quality Early Years education in a charming, renovated coach house. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (October 2023), the nursery offers large, well-equipped playrooms and dedicated garden spaces for each age group, including… Read more about Melton Mowbray Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 59 Places
Sunnyhill Day Nursery

16-27 Browning Street, Sunnyhill, Derby DE23 8DN 

10 38 reviews
"My son has been here for just over a year i would highly recommend Sunny hill day nusery, The staff are incredibly warm, caring, and…"   Read all 38 reviews

Sunnyhill Day Nursery is in the heart of the community within the Children's Centre. It has a spacious open plan learning environment that leads itself directly onto a natural outdoor space. The nursery is a safe and nurturing environment full of… Read more about Sunnyhill Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 92 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Sutton-in-Ashfield

Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 4HW 

10 196 reviews
"My child has been in the toddler room for a few months now and has settled in wonderfully. The staff are welcoming, friendly and…"   Read all 196 reviews

This Ofsted registered 'Outstanding' Paper Moon Day Nursery (June 2018) is a purpose-built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Sutton-in-Ashfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 134 Places
Sandhills Day Nursery Boston

Boston West Business Park, Sleaford Road, Boston PE21 8EG 

10 98 reviews
"I would highly recommend this place where will be second home for your little one, my daughter attended 2 years on toddler and pre school…"   Read all 98 reviews

Sandhills Boston is a purpose-built, modern nursery conveniently located in the busy market town of Boston. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes,… Read more about Sandhills Day Nursery Boston

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 98 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park

Jasmin Road, Doddington Park, Lincoln LN6 0QQ 

10 85 reviews
"Love that I see thorough cleans of each room, love the team, especially in babies and tweenies rooms who are warm anf engaging and my child…"   Read all 85 reviews

Paper Moon Nursery is a 50 place nursery offering childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The nursery has 3 base rooms and a wonderful outside area with plenty of space for the children to explore no matter what the weather and has a much-loved… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 50 Places
The Early Years Academy Derby

135 Duffield Road, Derby DE22 1AF 

10 49 reviews
"My son has attended from 1 year old to school age, and he absolutely thrived at this nursery. The staff are lovely and incredibly…"   Read all 49 reviews

The Early Years Academy puts the children at the forefront of everything they do! The Early Years Academy believes that in order for children to learn and thrive they must first be happy, engaged, and motivated for thinking (learning) to occur.   The… Read more about The Early Years Academy Derby

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 104 Places
Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School

Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Dryhurst House, Calow, Chesterfield S44 5BL 

10 152 reviews
"Wow where to start we have been part of children's 1st nursery (chesterfield) since 2019. Im so grateful for everything over the years from…"   Read all 152 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School is situated close to Chesterfield city centre within a listed building with a fabulous garden. The nursery has been refurbished to offer children from birth to five years a warm, welcoming and stimulating learning… Read more about Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 73 Places
Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton

205 Russell Drive, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 2BD 

10 109 reviews
"My daughter attended Banana Moon for almost 4 years and we could not be happier with the care and support she received during her time…"   Read all 109 reviews

At Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton, caring, qualified staff observe and assess children's development and most importantly provide a variety of learning experiences that are fun and build on what the children already know. Calm tranquil rest is… Read more about Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 70 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Forest Town

Fulmar Close, Forest Town, Mansfield NG19 0GG 

9.9 119 reviews
"After a great experience with this nursery and my first daughter I sent my second daughter here too, she has grown and learnt so much in…"   Read all 119 reviews

This Paper Moon Day Nursery in Forest Town is a purpose-built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed to quality care and education,… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Forest Town

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 108 Places
Small People Ltd

Robin House, Colston Road, Nottingham NG12 3BN 

9.9 28 reviews
"Amazing. My daughter has been since she was 6 months old and we couldn't be happier. There have been some staff changes, but the new faces…"   Read all 28 reviews

Small People in Nottingham is an outdoor nursery, with children spending 100% of the day outside. Rated “Good” by Ofsted for 2025, the nursery offers a unique experience where children learn by playing and growing socially, mentally, and physically in… Read more about Small People Ltd

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 72 Places
The Secret Garden Attenborough Day Nursery & Pre-School

235 Attenborough Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6AS 

9.9 45 reviews
"A wonderful childcare setting. Caring and attentive team. Child-led service working collaboratively with families to provide a nurturing…"   Read all 45 reviews

The Secret Garden Attenborough Day Nursery & Pre-School provides high-quality childcare within a warm, friendly 'home from home' setting. They have a team of dedicated and enthusiastic staff who tailor every activity to the development of each individual… Read more about The Secret Garden Attenborough Day Nursery & Pre-School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 49 Places
Acorn Day Nursery (Burton Latimer)

Burton Park, Polwell Lane, Burton Latimer, Kettering NN15 5PS 

9.9 157 reviews
"We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery. From the very first day, the staff have been so welcoming, caring, and friendly. making…"   Read all 157 reviews

Acorn Day Nursery at Burton Latimer occupies a purpose-built building on a half-acre site. The nursery has bright and spacious rooms, equipped with a full range of high quality equipment and resources. The nursery is well-known for building close… Read more about Acorn Day Nursery (Burton Latimer)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 93 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Gamston

Gamston District Centre, Gamston, Nottingham NG2 6PS 

9.9 104 reviews
"Great nursery for my son! lots of activities and learning stuff. The staff is fantastic and help the kids learn and grow together. I'm so…"   Read all 104 reviews

This Papermoon Day Nursery is a purpose built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All child practitioners are highly-trained and committed to quality care and education, assisted by a large… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Gamston

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 70 Places
Harpole Day Nursery

Carrs Way, Harpole, Northampton NN7 4BZ 

9.9 98 reviews
"Fab staff, always goes above and beyond. Never any problems that can't be dealt with. Very accommodating. Keep up the great work team.…"   Read all 98 reviews

Harpole Day Nursery is a warm and nurturing village nursery that delivers high-quality childcare in a close-knit setting. Providing care for up to 34 children per day, the nursery’s smaller size ensures that plenty of opportunities are provided for each… Read more about Harpole Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 34 Places
Phoenix Park Nursery Giltbrook

83-85 Smithurst Road, Giltbrook, Nottingham NG16 2UD 

9.9 33 reviews
"My daughter started at Phoenix Park when she was 10 months old in June 2025 and from her first day she has been so happy there! When I took…"   Read all 33 reviews

Phoenix Park Nursery is a private children’s day nursery located in Giltbrook, Nottinghamshire that has been thriving since June 2022. The setting provides care for your little ones right up until their journey to school. At Phoenix Park Nursery, the… Read more about Phoenix Park Nursery Giltbrook

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 107 Places
Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate

13 Knighton Grange Road, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2LF 

9.9 185 reviews
"My son has settled from the baby room into the toddler room seamlessly. A particular staff member has been absolutely fabulous and he has…"   Read all 185 reviews

Nursery Rhymes – Stoneygate, Day nursery and Pre-school, is an award-winning Nursery providing outstanding childcare where your child will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities in a unique family run home from home setting. Nursery… Read more about Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 70 Places
The Secret Garden Private Day Nursery (West Bridgford)

69 Musters Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7PY 

9.9 58 reviews
"I can't thank the staff more for being so welcoming, supportive and encouraging to our little boy. He started at 9 months and I was really…"   Read all 58 reviews

The Secret Garden provides high-quality childcare within a warm, friendly 'home from home' setting. They have a team of dedicated and enthusiastic staff who tailor every activity to the development of each individual child. This ensures the development… Read more about The Secret Garden Private Day Nursery (West Bridgford)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 56 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Compton Acres

Clock Tower, Compton Acres Shopping Centre, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7RS 

9.9 85 reviews
"Our daughter has been attending Paper Moon for almost 3 years now. The nursery manager radiates warmth and is an exceptional leader. Many…"   Read all 85 reviews

This Paper Moon Day Nursery is a purpose built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed to quality care and education, assisted by… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Compton Acres

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 70 Places
Children 1st The Marina Nursery School

The Marina, Brayford Pool, Lincoln LN1 1RD 

9.9 81 reviews
"Words really can't do justice to the excellence of Childrens 1st. Both my children have been through the Marina, and they both benefited…"   Read all 81 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st The Marina Nursery School is ideally placed for parents working in Lincoln city centre and the university. The nursery has been fully refurbished and provides the perfect environment for children to grow and to learn in small groups. The… Read more about Children 1st The Marina Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 120 Places