Maggie's @ Oakwood

About this day nursery

5 acres of natural woodland, gardens, and animal areas, Maggie's Day Nursery & Forest School in Breadsall, Derby, offers a unique environment where children are encouraged to connect with nature and learn through exploration and play. The nursery prides itself on fostering a magical childhood experience, with activities ranging from feeding animals and cooking over campfires to splashing in woodland streams.

The experienced team creates a warm and homely atmosphere, allowing children to safely discover and grow, both indoors and outdoors. Maggie's provides dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and early years children, each designed to nurture their development through gentle beginnings, messy play, and adventurous learning.

The Forest School aspect, with its extensive outdoor opportunities, is a cornerstone of their approach, having earned them national awards for outdoor learning. Founded by Margaret Mason OBE, who brought her extensive experience from leading numerous childcare settings, Maggie's emphasises growth through love and learning through nature, aiming to build curiosity, kindness, and courage in every child.

Our ethos

Maggie's @ Oakwood's philosophy is rooted in a Forest School approach, emphasising growth through love and learning through nature. They aim to build curiosity, kindness, and courage in children by encouraging them to connect with nature and learn through exploration and play in their unique woodland environment. This approach has been recognised with national awards for outdoor learning.

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