The Willows Daycare

About this day nursery

The Willows Daycare, located in Ipswich, provides high-quality childcare for children from birth to 11 years old. The facility emphasises a nurturing and secure environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential, supported by experienced and qualified staff who prioritise each child's happiness and well-being.

00 pm, 49 weeks a year, closing for two weeks over Christmas and one week during the summer half-term for staff training, as well as on bank holidays. The purpose-built facility is bright and spacious, featuring a large outdoor play area.

The day care is structured into three age-specific rooms: "The Nest" for infants up to two years, "The Seedlings" for two to three-year-olds, and "The Blossom Room" for three to five-year-olds. These rooms are designed to cater to developmental needs, offering stimulating resources and spaces for both active play and relaxation.

Activities and learning experiences are based on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on prime areas like communication, physical development, and personal/social/emotional growth, alongside specific areas such as literacy and mathematics. The nursery also provides an Out of School Club and Holiday Club for children aged 4-11, offering breakfast and after-school care during term time, and full-day care during school holidays.

The Willows Daycare is committed to providing nutritious food and has a full-time Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to support children with additional needs. The nursery values strong partnerships with parents, offering trial sessions and maintaining open communication through key persons, newsletters, and parent evenings to ensure a collaborative approach to each child's development.

Our ethos

The Willows Daycare Limited operates using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on the prime and specific areas of learning to support children's development. They are committed to providing a nurturing and secure environment, prioritising child happiness and well-being, and value strong partnerships with parents through open communication and collaboration.

What it's like

Children thrive in this nursery because staff use expert knowledge and skilful interactions to create a safe, rich learning environment. A meticulously planned, ambitious curriculum captures children's interests and helps them become self-assured, confident and eager to explore.

Pricing & funding