Serpentine Nursery School

About this day nursery

Serpentine Nursery School Ltd, located in Buxton, Derbyshire, is an outstanding childcare setting that prides itself on a highly inclusive environment where all children thrive. Registered in 2007, the nursery operates all year round from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, providing full day care for children aged 0 to 4.

The dedicated team of 21 staff members, including a manager with qualified teacher status, ensures that every child receives personalised learning experiences. The curriculum is meticulously designed to foster curiosity, independence, and imagination, with staff demonstrating an excellent understanding of how to support children's development while keeping them safe.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, with the manager working closely with the staff to refine their practice and support professional growth. Strong partnerships with parents are a cornerstone of the nursery's approach, with detailed information shared about children's dietary needs and unique settling-in sessions tailored for each child.

Staff actively engage with other professionals to secure additional funding and support health assessments, ensuring that children requiring extra assistance make exceptional progress.

What it's like

All children thrive in this very inclusive nursery. Staff have very personalised learning intentions for children. Children have a very positive attitude to their learning and their behaviour is exemplary. They develop the necessary skills required for their future learning. Children explore a stimulating environment without fear, and staff teach them to take small, age-appropriate risks to help them learn to keep themselves safe.

Pricing & funding