Caterpillars Childcare

About this day nursery

Caterpillars Childcare, situated in the picturesque Shropshire countryside within the historic Apley Estate, offers an 'outstanding' early years provision. This purpose-built nursery, housed in a converted barn, caters to babies in their 'Little Caterpillars' room and children from rising two up to school age in the 'Caterpillars' classroom.

Conveniently located near Shifnal, Bridgnorth, and Telford, the nursery boasts a large private car park and extensive outdoor space with countryside views. Having achieved an 'outstanding' Ofsted rating for four consecutive inspections, Caterpillars Childcare emphasises a high staff-to-child ratio and a commitment to providing value-for-money childcare.

They deliver the National Early Years Curriculum, integrating the Reggio Emilia approach into their teaching styles, fostering a homely environment where children's natural curiosity is encouraged. The nursery maintains strong links with local schools and health professionals to ensure seamless transitions and individualised care for each child.

As a registered not-for-profit charity, their mission is to serve the local and wider community with high-quality childcare.

Our ethos

Here at Caterpillars we deliver an outstanding and welcoming, homely environment where the Reggio Emilia approach is embedded, allowing children to use their own natural curiosity and energy to… We are proud that Caterpillars has been awarded Ofsted outstanding status for the fourth consecutive time. We deliver the National Early Years Curriculum and place a strong ethos on the Reggio Emelia approach which is embedded in our teaching styles here at Caterpillars.

What it's like

Children thrive in this nurturing and calm nursery, making outstanding progress in their learning and development. Staff are enthusiastic and welcoming, ensuring children quickly settle and benefit from excellent support that understands their interests. The highly ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum develops children's learning by building on previous knowledge and creating challenge.

Pricing & funding