Opening hours
The nursery opens from Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm.
Fernbank Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2025)
Number of places
50 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
About this day nursery
Fernbank Nursery, situated in Lammack, Blackburn, is dedicated to fostering the development and education of young children, primarily those below statutory school age. The nursery achieves this by offering suitable play facilities and training courses, while actively involving parents in their children's learning journey and the nursery's activities.
They are committed to providing opportunities for all children, regardless of their background, culture, religion, or financial situation. Fernbank Nursery emphasises expanding children's self-awareness, understanding of the physical and social world, and communication skills.
They also encourage the study of the needs of children and their families, promoting public awareness and recognition of these needs within the local community. The nursery adheres to the principles and goals of the Pre-school Learning Alliance, ensuring a high standard of early years provision.
Our ethos
Fernbank Nursery is committed to fostering child development and education through suitable play facilities and active parent involvement. They aim to expand children's self-awareness, understanding of the world, and communication skills, while ensuring equal opportunities and adhering to the principles of the Pre-school Learning Alliance.
What it's like
Children thrive in this emotionally warm and welcoming setting where staff give lots of praise and encouragement to foster their confidence and self-esteem, helping them to settle well and form strong attachments. Leaders and staff plan an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do, resulting in good progress and preparation for the next stage of learning.
Focus on holistic child developmentParental involvement encouragedInclusive environmentExperienced and qualified staff
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
2008
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Fernbank Nursery
Last inspected 17 September 2025 · Kelly Little
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children thrive in this emotionally warm and welcoming setting where staff give lots of praise and encouragement to foster their confidence and self-esteem, helping them to settle well and form strong attachments. Leaders and staff plan an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do, resulting in good progress and preparation for the next stage of learning.
Inspector highlights
- Children thrive in an emotionally warm and welcoming setting; staff foster confidence and self-esteem.
- Ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on children's prior learning.
- Communication and language curriculum is a strength; children who speak English as an additional language are well supported.
- Staff promote children's independence and self-care skills, supporting school readiness.
- Leadership provides targeted training and strong staff support, contributing to high staff morale.
Areas to develop
- 1review the organisation of group sessions, particularly for younger children, to ensure they fully benefit from the intended learning outcomes
- 2strengthen hygiene practices to help younger children understand the importance of good hygiene and to promote consistently good habits.
Inspection #10399495 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
The nursery maintains strong communication with parents, supporting smooth transitions and early needs identification.
Outdoor space
Children build their large-muscle strength through outdoor play that encourages safe risk-taking. For example, children check for hazards, such as water on slides and bicycles, and then use sponges to remove it before using the equipment.
EAL / language support
Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported to develop their language skills. Staff use a range of assessments alongside targeted strategies, such as visual aids and books, to ensure these children make the same progress as their peers.
Parent Reviews of Fernbank Nursery
5.0
(1)
Mubin Mahboob
4 years ago
Fantastic Nursery, great staff & excellent communication!
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Inspection history
Date: January 2009
- September 2025Good
- December 2019Good
- May 2017Good
- May 2014Good
- November 2013Inadequate
- January 2009Good
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