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Conkers Day Nursery # Conkers Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · 3.7 (6 parent reviews) · Dewhurst Road, Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8AF · Lancashire Number of places 74 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Conkers Day Nursery provides a stimulating and loving environment in the Ribble Valley countryside, designed to feel like a second home for children. Catering to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, the nursery focuses on individual development through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Experienced practitioners tailor activities to each child's unique needs, fostering social skills, independence, and a lasting love for learning. The nursery boasts expansive outdoor spaces for exploration and nature connection, alongside nutritious home-cooked meals. Conkers is committed to accessibility, offering flexible sessions, sibling discounts, and support with government funding options. They also utilise a secure ParentZone app to keep families updated on their child's progress and daily activities. Our ethos Conkers Day Nursery is committed to fostering individual development through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. They tailor activities to each child's unique needs, aiming to cultivate social skills, independence, and a love for learning within a stimulating and loving environment that feels like a second home. The nursery also emphasises outdoor exploration and nature connection. What it's like Staff know children well and use this information to help plan interesting learning experiences both inside and in the large outdoor area. Children love to explore and use their imagination in the garden. They find a safe area to place a moth they find in the leaves. This helps children learn how to care for living creatures and understand the natural world around them. Home-from-home environment Expansive outdoor areas Nutritious home-cooked meals Early Years Foundation Stage framework ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Age range 0-4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2002 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Conkers Day Nursery Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10308125 Lead inspector Rachel Waterhouse Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237340)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY241094) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://conkersnursery.com) Dewhurst Road, Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8AF [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.47312/53.80249/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Blackburn - [Day nurseries in Blackburn](/search?q=Blackburn) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=conkers-day-nursery-bb6-8af-ey241094) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Conkers Day Nursery Last inspected 11 December 2023 · Rachel Waterhouse Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff know children well and use this information to help plan interesting learning experiences both inside and in the large outdoor area. Children love to explore and use their imagination in the garden. They find a safe area to place a moth they find in the leaves. This helps children learn how to care for living creatures and understand the natural world around them. Inspector highlights - Leaders support staff to deliver a sequenced and planned curriculum to help children reach the key goals in their learning. - Children make good progress from the start, particularly in their social and communication skills. - Children are exposed to a range of cultural traditions and learn about festive practices. - Leaders offer staff a good level of support and coaching. - Leaders and staff have formed good relationships with families. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen partnerships with parents to promote a consistent two-way flow of information regarding children's learning and development - 2 continue to support children to understand the setting rules and boundaries and how their behaviour impacts others - 3 support staff to apply training around health and hygiene practices in a consistent and fully effective way. Inspection #10308125 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237340) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Staff know children well and use this information to help plan interesting learning experiences both inside and in the large outdoor area. Children love to explore and use their imagination in the garden. ## Parent Reviews of Conkers Day Nursery 3.7 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLiRyoV3IjXFsEKfCE8ecxQI-0V4hMngFwuw1Qns2gppt_mFV0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Rosie Bernice 5 months ago My daughter has been at the nursery for two years, and the care she’s received has been outstanding. Katie, the nursery manager, has shown incredible warmth and support — truly second to none. Her transition into toddlers was seamless, and I’ve always been so happy with her progress and the thorough development checks. I couldn’t recommend this nursery more highly. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25CWlJWaHBVMWgyVEY5T2VuUmFPSGxpTlRoSmNGRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b9ddeb8c49557:0x43b625a4b65deb7d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJf7KdHchHTssZW1jh_iwUiU72tzcBamD4mzzAhDHPAVvs2-g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) jade a year ago Awful nursery, the manager katie is rude and unprofessional, I went to pick my baby up, she was in a room full of crying children and looked traumatised led on a matt. I wanted to take my baby out because I was concerned for her wellbeing, I was told I had to pay 3 months of fees because I had signed a contract, even though her needs were not being met and if I didn't pay it she would send bailiffs around. Discussing attitude. Keep clear, I would not leave any child here, if this is how they treat parents I dread to think how they treat the children [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURfb0o3ZGFnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b9ddeb8c49557:0x43b625a4b65deb7d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVtnF8BqoXLdGgx8XKidecdiC2xexIEIKXBH9LiETCcUbupyH_d=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Declan Evans (DJ Evvo) a year ago My son absolutely loves attending this nursery, he talks about the staff when he come home & has made lots of little friends, his development has come on leaps and bounds, only just turned 29 months old and is already out of his nappies! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURfb3JXamZREAE!2m1!1s0x487b9ddeb8c49557:0x43b625a4b65deb7d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIEXoWsR1OFYJbahWTy9lbvQlmZOW_i6uL4LlEe6nKNQ_I0ow=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Luke a year ago My daughter went her for a very short time. My wife went to pick up and found my daughter and several baby's all led on mats screaming, [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURfa0lyUW9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b9ddeb8c49557:0x43b625a4b65deb7d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocISSYPyY2YdgMszHG7SRRsrOAMfJtuQKMOPEw3ZPJB4fQRjQw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Вікторія Ігнатенко a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURfNnZmSDBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b9ddeb8c49557:0x43b625a4b65deb7d) Reviews from Google for Conkers Day Nursery. 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