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Learning through play
Children discover, explore, and build confidence every day through fun, engaging activities designed to spark curiosity.
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large outdoor area
Our spacious outdoor areas give children freedom to run, explore nature, and enjoy fresh air in a safe, inspiring environment.
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healthy food
We serve nutritious, home-cooked meals that support children’s growth, energy, and healthy habits from an early age.
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Early Years Foundation
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage, nurturing every child’s development through tailored learning and caring support.
why choose Conkers?
At Conkers Day Nursery, we’re passionate about creating a home-from-home environment where children feel safe, loved, and inspired every day. Nestled in the beautiful Ribble Valley countryside, our purpose-built nursery provides a calm, nurturing space where babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers can explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. Our dedicated team of experienced practitioners follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, tailoring activities and care to suit each child’s unique needs and interests, while encouraging social skills, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
We pride ourselves on offering spacious outdoor areas filled with opportunities for discovery and connection with nature, where children can investigate wildlife and enjoy fresh air adventures. Parents can feel confident knowing their child is in a safe, stimulating setting, supported by high standards of care, nutritious home-cooked meals, and strong partnerships between staff and families. From flexible sessions and sibling discounts to our secure ParentZone app that keeps families updated, Conkers is committed to giving every child the best possible start in life.
Our rooms
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Babies
Our cosy baby rooms, for 0 to 2 years, provide a safe, secure environment where Level 3 Practitioners, trained in first aid and safeguarding, provide an attentive, caring, home-replicated routine, on a ratio of 1:3.
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Toddlers
Our 19-place toddler space is dual-room, set up with an art environment, reading and mark-making areas, as well as sensory craft, sand and water play, on a ratio of 1:4, Level 3 practitioners
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Pre-Schoolers
Our preschool, a high-quality learning environment of four rooms, caters for children of 3-plus years so they can autonomously explore all areas of learning through play-based activities.
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Outdoors
Children of every age group are supported to, or autonomously, access and play in our wonderful outdoor learning and explore areas, which include a mud kitchen and climbing apparatus.
fees & grant information
At Conkers Day Nursery, we aim to keep our fees transparent and manageable for families, with invoices issued monthly and flexible options available. A deposit and registration fee secure your child’s place, and we offer discounts for siblings and full-time places. We’re proud to accept government-funded childcare schemes, including 15 and 30 hours of funded childcare for eligible 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds, as well as Tax-Free Childcare. Our team is always happy to guide parents through funding options to help make quality childcare more accessible.