Acorns Pre-School in Torquay

About this day nursery

Acorns Pre-School in Torquay is a well-established, family-run nursery with over 30 years of experience, aiming to create a welcoming 'Acorns family' atmosphere for all children. The pre-school caters to different age groups across three distinct rooms: the Snowflake Room for 1-2 year olds, the Sunshine Room for 2-3 year olds, and the Rainbow Room for 3-4 year olds.

Each room and age group benefits from expansive outdoor areas and a generous garden, encouraging exploration and play. The dedicated management team oversees the daily operations, prioritising children's well-being and development.

Acorns Pre-School also supports various government funding schemes for childcare, providing options for families to manage fees. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to safeguarding and offers a rich curriculum, including forest school activities, to foster a stimulating environment for learning and growth.

Our ethos

Acorns Pre-School aims to create a welcoming 'Acorns family' atmosphere. They are committed to safeguarding and offer a rich curriculum including forest school activities to foster a stimulating environment for learning and growth.

What it's like

Children make good progress in a friendly, nurturing pre-school where staff know them extremely well and design activities to match their interests. Children behave exceptionally well, are confident using large outdoor equipment, and staff form excellent relationships that help children settle and be actively involved.

Pricing & funding

The nursery applies an additional supplement per session for children using Working Parent funding to cover extras. This charge is optional, and parents can choose to opt out during enrolment. Certain funded groups, such as those eligible for Early Years Pupil Premium, are exempt.