The Garden Nursery at Wilmslow Prep

About this day nursery

The Garden Nursery, situated at Wilmslow Prep, provides a nurturing and holistic learning environment for young children. Their philosophy centres on a home-from-home atmosphere where children feel secure and happy, fostering a sense of belonging.

The nursery employs a child-led approach to education, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and independence, allowing each child to be at the heart of their own learning journey. The experienced team focuses on the emotional, social, and cognitive development of each child, promoting mindfulness and a strong sense of self-worth.

Embracing outdoor learning, the nursery offers daily access to nature-based experiences, inspiring imagination and a connection with the environment. They also prioritise strong partnerships with families and actively engage with the local community through trips to parks and libraries, enriching the children's understanding of the world around them.

Our ethos

The Garden Nursery's philosophy centres on a home-from-home atmosphere that fosters security, happiness, and belonging. They employ a child-led approach, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and independence, with each child at the heart of their learning. The nursery also prioritises emotional, social, and cognitive development, alongside outdoor, nature-based learning experiences and strong family partnerships.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed with smiles and conversation by the passionate staff of this wonderful nursery. Children actively engage in a variety of rich experiences, both indoors and outdoors, developing communication, language, and physical skills. They are highly motivated learners, immersed in play that allows them to speculate and test their own ideas.

Pricing & funding

Charges consist of a registration fee to join the waiting list, followed by a deposit to secure a guaranteed place once offered. Deposit amounts vary depending on the child's entry year group.