Peekaboo Childcare

About this day nursery

Peekaboo Childcare, situated in Shiphay, Torquay, offers comprehensive childcare and education for children aged 9 months to 4 years, operating during term time. The nursery focuses on a holistic approach to early learning, aiming to bring magic back to childhood and create an environment where play and learning are seamlessly integrated.

They strive to foster a sense of belonging for every child and family, infusing all activities with joy and happiness. Peekaboo Childcare prides itself on providing an exemplary nursery experience, evidenced by two "Good" accreditations from Ofsted.

Their offerings include a range of additional services such as breakfast, snacks, hot lunch, home-cooked tea, drinks, suncream, reusable wet wipes, nappy cream, and outdoor waterproof gear. They also feature Forest School activities, various outings, and visits from performers, all supported by a high staff-to-child ratio.

The nursery emphasises sustainability, aiming to minimise its environmental impact, and provides a curriculum that encourages children's natural instinct to learn and discover. They also pay close attention to nutrition, considering it an integral part of a child's care.

Our ethos

We aim to bring the magic back to childhood, create an environment where play and learning happen simultaneously as one entity, embrace everyone into our family giving all a sense of belonging, and infuse everything we do with joy and happiness.

What it's like

Children thrive and enjoy their time in this friendly setting. Staff welcome each child with a smile and respond quickly to their needs, helping new children settle quickly and existing children to develop close bonds with staff. The manager and staff plan a curriculum that considers children's individual needs, building on prior learning and fostering independence and problem-solving skills.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around monthly payments, requiring a non-refundable registration fee and deposit. Funded sessions are subject to an Additional Services Fee under the opt-in package to cover meals, snacks, consumables, and activities, with the weekly charge varying by child age and funding type.