Chuckles Nurseries Limited, established in 1995, operates a single setting at Perranwell Station, catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years, with free early years education available for eligible 2 to 5-year-olds. The nursery prides itself on a family-centred approach to childcare, offering both full and part-time options.
Situated in a converted Methodist Chapel, it is conveniently located for those commuting between Truro and Falmouth, serving a wide catchment area including nearby towns and the Penryn Campus of Falmouth University. The facility is registered for 50 children and is open 51 weeks a year, from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday.
Additionally, Chuckles offers a breakfast and after-school club during term time for 4 to 11-year-olds, including a walking bus service to and from Perranarworthal CP School. The nursery focuses on providing a safe, happy, and nurturing environment, with activities planned around the EYFS framework and meals prepared following Healthy Under 5’s principles by an experienced chef.
Both introductory sessions and discounts are available, and the nursery accepts Tax-Free Childcare.
Our ethos
All children enjoy learning experiences under the revised Development Matters Framework 2021 to enable them to reach their full potential. We provide a safe, happy, nurturing environment, which benefits all children.
What it's like
Children are happy to arrive and settle quickly in this warm and welcoming nursery. Staff form close and nurturing relationships with children, and they are safe and secure in their care. The provision has a strong sense of community that supports children's social and emotional skills well.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Meals and snacks are planned using the Healthy Under 5’s principles and are freshly cooked each day by our experienced chef. They cater for special diets and provide mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks such as fresh fruit, raw vegetables, dip, cheese and crackers. The nursery has a Food Hygiene Rating of 5.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks per annum (excluding bank holidays)
Age range
3 months to 5 years (nursery); 4-11 years (breakfast and after-school club)
Session types
Full-time care, Part-time care, Breakfast Club, After-school Club
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2001
Last inspected 12 June 2025 · Margaret Baird
What it's like to attend
Children are happy to arrive and settle quickly in this warm and welcoming nursery. Staff form close and nurturing relationships with children, and they are safe and secure in their care. The provision has a strong sense of community that supports children's social and emotional skills well.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak very highly of the nursery and say their children are happy and enjoy attending.
They particularly appreciate the caring staff and feel that their children are safe and secure.
Parents comment on the good progress children make at the nursery and feel fully involved in their early education.
Inclusion & environment
The provider and staff work with other professionals effectively. They monitor children's development to notice any gaps in their learning. Staff plan tailored activities that meet children's individual needs and support all children to make good progress.
Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise, improving their agility and promoting their good health.
Great nursery and after school club. Both our kids have come on leaps and bounds. Staff are great with great experience and consistency. Low staff turn over has made for great routine for our youngest and hes benefited hugely.
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My little one really enjoys coming here. The experienced and friendly staff provide a welcoming environment, communication between staff and parents is spot on and my daughter is coming on massively. Thank you chuckles!
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Date: March 2005
Chuckles Nurseries Limited registered in 2001 and operates from a converted Methodist chapel, in the village of Perranwell Station, near Truro, Cornwall. The nursery is open each weekday, from 8am until 6pm for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery provides funded nursery education for children aged two, three and four years. The nursery employs 16 members of staff. All except two hold appropriate early years qualifications from level 3 to level 6. The owner holds an appropriate early years qualification.
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