Toybox Children's Nursery

About this day nursery

Toy Box Nursery, a family-owned and managed childcare provider in Walkley, Sheffield, has been dedicated to caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years for over a decade. While it transitioned to Toybox Children’s Nursery LTD in 2017, the original family still retains ownership and management.

The nursery prides itself on offering a relaxed, safe, and stimulating environment rich with learning opportunities, reflected in its 'GOOD' Ofsted rating. They employ a bespoke observation and planning system to ensure each child's individual needs are met and their interests are fostered to aid further development.

The nursery's ethos champions creativity, individuality, independence, and community, encouraging children to become their best selves by expressing themselves creatively and building a sense of belonging and mutual respect within a supportive network. The facility features three distinct rooms—Baby Room, Toddler Room, and Pre-School—each designed to cater to different developmental stages.

Prospective parents are encouraged to arrange a visit to experience the nursery firsthand and discuss any questions with the knowledgeable staff.

Our ethos

We believe in supporting children to become the best version of themselves. We encourage fundamental skill building based on the things that are important to us - Creativity, individuality, independence and community. We celebrate the individuality of our children, encourage them to think and work through situations for themselves, provide resources and support to allow them to express themselves creatively all whilst building a network of support and feeling of mutual respect for one another to give children a sense of belonging in something bigger.

What it's like

Children thrive at this warm and welcoming setting, arriving eagerly and forming nurturing bonds with adults. They show extremely high levels of engagement in various activities, from musical instruments to imaginative play and physical development outdoors. The educational programmes are exceptionally ambitious, providing targeted teaching that ensures all children make excellent progress.

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on a flat hourly rate for all children, including hours above free entitlement. Fees include snacks and nappies for children under two. Optional charges apply for breakfast, afternoon tea snacks, and hot lunches, though parents may choose to provide their own food.