Hidden Garden Day Nursery
About Us

Learning that feels like play

Our approach to early years education is completely child-led, with teaching underpinned by a rich blend of educational experience and theory — ensuring excellence in children's learning and development.

Our rooms

A room for every stage

As children grow, they move through spaces designed around their needs and interests.

Calm baby room space

The Nest

3 – 18 months

A warm, nurturing space where our youngest children can feel safe, secure and cared for as they begin their nursery journey. The Nest provides a calm environment for babies to explore, develop and grow at their own pace, with plenty of opportunities for sensory play, discovery and meaningful interactions.

Toddler play space

Pips

12 months – 2 years

Our Pips room is a lively and caring environment where toddlers can develop their growing independence. Through play, exploration and age-appropriate activities, children are encouraged to build confidence, communication and social skills while having lots of fun along the way.

Nursery room for two to three year olds

Apples

2 – 3 years

The Apples room is a space to encourage curiosity, creativity and growing independence. Children learn through exciting play experiences, developing their language, friendships, problem-solving skills and confidence as they discover the world around them.

Pre-school story time

Trees

3 years – school

Our Trees room prepares children for their next big step towards school in a fun, engaging and supportive environment. Children are encouraged to become confident, independent learners through a balance of child-led play and purposeful activities, building key skills while nurturing their individual interests and personalities.

An outdoor cabin, teepee and garden play area
Outdoor learning

A deep appreciation for the outdoors

We believe time in a natural environment has a tremendous impact on children's overall health and well-being.

Our gardens are split into different areas where children can explore and take safe risks — digging, building, growing and discovering the special nature of being outdoors, whatever the weather.

School readiness

Ready, confident and excited to learn

In their final year with us, children enjoy a spacious environment with structured routine and free-flow play. We introduce phase one phonics and focus on the personal, social and emotional skills that make starting school a joy.