Cherry Lodge Childcare

About this day nursery

Cherry Lodge Childcare in Blackburn, established in 2020, offers a warm and friendly environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. Open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7:45 am to 5:45 pm, the nursery ensures children are eager to attend and develop strong attachments with staff.

The curriculum is ambitious and focuses on individual interests and developmental needs, providing engaging learning opportunities that foster active, inquisitive learners. Children are encouraged to be independent, from using cutlery at lunchtime to taking on small responsibilities like washing their plates.

Staff act as positive role models, celebrating birthdays and encouraging sharing and consideration for others, leading to good behaviour among children. The nursery excels in meeting the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Staff proactively collaborate with other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, and ensure funding is wisely used to support each child's progress. The nursery also promotes an understanding of the local community through events like road safety week, visits from the fire service, and outings to the local library and an elderly care home.

Parents consistently praise the care provided and are actively involved in their children's learning journey, sharing ideas and even visiting to talk about their professions. The leadership and management are highly effective, continually reflecting and making improvements to the service.

Safeguarding arrangements are robust and prioritise children's best interests.

What it's like

This nursery offers a warm and friendly environment where children are eager to attend. Children have built warm attachments with staff and enjoy the high levels of care and nurture that staff provide. Staff endeavour to make every day special for children.

Pricing & funding