Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School

About this day nursery

Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Ltd, established in August 2012 by Hayley Pidgeon and Dawn Edwards, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The nursery embraces a play-based, child-centred, and inquiry-based approach to early childhood education, believing that hands-on exploration fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.

They are dedicated to providing individualised and age-appropriate learning experiences that support children's holistic development. Lilypads values diversity and inclusivity, striving to create a sense of belonging for all children and families.

They emphasise strong partnerships with families, believing that collaboration between educators and parents leads to the best outcomes for children. The nursery is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy environment, with highly trained staff in first aid, child protection, and health and safety.

Robust child protection policies, regular risk assessments, nutritious meals prepared on-site, and strict security measures including CCTV ensure children's well-being. Lilypads aims to nurture each child's individuality, helping them become confident, capable, and compassionate members of the community.

Our ethos

At Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Ltd, we believe that every child is a unique individual with boundless potential. Our philosophy is based on the understanding that each child deserves a secure, caring, and stimulating environment that supports their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. We are dedicated to providing a play-based curriculum that is designed to engage children in meaningful and age-appropriate learning experiences. We recognise that children learn best through hands-on exploration and discovery, and we strive to create an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. We value diversity and inclusivity, and we celebrate the distinct backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives that each child brings to our community at Lilypads. We believe that a sense of belonging and connectedness is essential for children's well-being, and we endeavour to create a warm and welcoming environment where children, families, and educators feel supported and respected. At Lilypads, we believe that early childhood education is a collaborative effort between families and educators. We value open communication, and we strive to establish strong partnerships with families to support children's growth and development. We believe that when families and educators work together, we can create the best possible outcomes for children. Above all, our philosophy is based on a profound respect for children and their unique journeys. We are committed to nurturing each child's individuality and helping them to develop into confident, capable, and compassionate members of our community at Lilypads.

What it's like

Children are welcomed by nurturing staff and are extremely sociable. Outdoor play is prioritised, where children love exploring and developing physical skills. Staff expertly support children's speech and language development, leading to significant progress in communication.