Best Nurseries (9.5+ Review Score) in East Midlands

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224 East Midlands Best Nurseries (9.5+ Review Score)
15,012 Reviews
Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham

32 Nottingham Road, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8AT 

10 134 reviews
"Both of my children go here and they love it. My youngest has only just started. The care and attention that the staff give is wonderful -…"   Read all 134 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham follows a service philosophy based around treating each child as precious. With premium childcare alongside skilled education, parents can feel confident that their children will develop positively towards… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Bingham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 95 Places
Serendipitys Day Nursery Grantham

18 North Parade, Grantham NG31 8AN 

10 81 reviews
"My son has been here since 4 months old he has grown in confidence and developed so many new skills through this nursery helping his with…"   Read all 81 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery is a home from home family nursery set in the heart of Grantham where children have fun as they grow and develop and family is at heart of everything they do. Opened in 2012, the nursery creates a modern but cosy atmosphere… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery Grantham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 40 Places
Nursery Rhymes - Knighton

8 Ring Road, Knighton, Leicester LE2 3RR 

10 17 reviews
"Our daughter has been attending this nursery since June 2024, and we couldn't be happier with the experience she's had. She has spent time…"   Read all 17 reviews

Nursery Rhymes - Knighton (part of a group of 2 nurseries under the group name: Nursery Rhymes - Leicester) in Leicester, is a home from home setting offering quality childcare in the very best facilities. The nursery caters for children aged 3 months… Read more about Nursery Rhymes - Knighton

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 60 Places
The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall

Beardall Street, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7JU 

10 181 reviews
"I have twin girls that started at Orange Tree very quickly after the unfortunate immediate closure of their previous nursery. They were…"   Read all 181 reviews

The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall is a beautiful nursery set in wonderful grounds in the centre of Hucknall. Specialist experienced staff will provide fun learning opportunities and experiences for your child from 6 weeks to 5 years of age and holiday… Read more about The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Hucknall

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 160 Places
Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark

79 Appleton Gate, Newark-on-Trent NG24 1LP 

10 182 reviews
"We're so happy with everything at Serendipity's, everyone has been so helpful and supportive, it's made it such a stress-free ex…"   Read all 182 reviews

Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is part of a nursery group that prioritises quality early years learning, as well as being committed to equality and diversity. By using self-evaluation techniques, the provider looks to ensure positive steps… Read more about Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 58 Places
Children 1st Newark Centre Nursery School

Martin Forster House, Appletongate, Newark-on-Trent NG24 1JY 

10 90 reviews
"My daughter has been attending since she was 10 months old. She is now 16 months and I could not be happier with my decision to send her to…"   Read all 90 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st Newark Centre Nursery School is housed in a spacious and well resourced Georgian building in Newark-on-Trent. The nursery provides the perfect opportunity for children to learn in small groups in a variety of indoor and outdoor learning… Read more about Children 1st Newark Centre Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 68 Places
Park Lane Nursery

2 St Johns Drive, Melton Mowbray LE13 1JX 

10 33 reviews
"We have sent both our children to Park lane, starting from 6 months old right through until pre-school age. The staff are very personable…"   Read all 33 reviews

Parents choose Park Lane Nursery in Melton Mowbray because of its friendly, home-from-home environment and exceptional outdoor play area. As a smaller nursery, all members of the friendly team will know you and your child, meaning that the whole team… Read more about Park Lane Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 36 Places
Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

Brambling House, Hady Hill, Calow, Chesterfield S41 0EF 

10 217 reviews
"We absolutely love this nursery and so does our daughter. The staff know her so well and she's learning so much that she's even started…"   Read all 217 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls is situated adjacent to St Peter & St Paul Independent School, providing a link that ensures an easy transition to the school environment. The nursery has been refurbished throughout with bright, open areas for babies,… Read more about Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 147 Places
Tangent House Day Nursery

Tangent House, 640 Melton Road, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8BB 

10 75 reviews
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Tangent House. From the moment we walked in, we felt a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The…"   Read all 75 reviews

Every parent/guardian wants to feel their children are in safe and professional hands and Tangent House Day Nursery treats with utmost importance its task of delivering top quality childcare. It has qualified, professional and friendly staff led… Read more about Tangent House Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 70 Places
Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School

Rand Farm Park, Rand, Market Rasen LN8 5NJ 

10 76 reviews
"The nursery is a warm and welcoming environment, creating a truly positive and friendly environment for our child. All the staff show an…"   Read all 76 reviews

Set in the heart of the farm park, Rand Farm Park Day Nursery and Pre School is an exciting purpose-built setting, offering children the highest standards of early year’s childcare. Perfectly located to provide an accessible farm environment for… Read more about Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 104 Places
St George's Nursery (Narborough)

50 Leicester Road, Narborough, Leicester LE19 2DF 

10 95 reviews
"Wonderful nursery, staff really care and we're fabulous throughout the 10 months our child has been there. They put in so much extra…"   Read all 95 reviews

St. George’s Nursery in Narborough offers children a safe, nurturing and happy environment where children are encouraged to learn, play and grow. Staff are warm and friendly and care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, helping every child to… Read more about St George's Nursery (Narborough)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 60 Places
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside

Rockingham House, Crow Lane, Northampton NN3 9BX 

10 31 reviews
"Monkey puzzle day nursery have been amazing with both of my daughters . One is in baby room and the other in Tweenies. They get so excited…"   Read all 31 reviews

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside in Northampton offers childcare and early years education to children aged from three months up to the age they start school. The nursery has four nursery and pre-school rooms for the various age ranges so children… Read more about Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Riverside

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 94 Places
Children 1st Grantham Nursery School

100 Trent Road, Grantham NG31 7XQ 

10 142 reviews
"My child is currently at this nursery and she is thriving!! All the staff are so lovely and attentive and communication is amazing!! No…"   Read all 142 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st Grantham Nursery School is situated close to the town centre, with easy access to local bus routes and the train station. The nursery is rated as 'Good' by Ofsted (May 2022). The environment has been refurbished throughout with bright,… Read more about Children 1st Grantham Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 112 Places
Maggie's Nursery

Hilltop, Breadsall, Derby DE21 4TJ 

10 93 reviews
"I'm so grateful to the Jemima Puddleducks team for the love, attentiveness and kindness they have shown my son since he started. They've…"   Read all 93 reviews

At Maggie’s the team believe that every child deserves a nurturing and stimulating environment where they can play, grow, learn, and thrive. Children should spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors being nurtured with nature, feeling free… Read more about Maggie's Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 160 Places
Rosehill Day Nursery

17-19 Lower Dale Road, Derby DE23 6WY 

10 15 reviews
"It was my first time, They staff helped my kids feel at ease. They helped my son with potty training .My boy always look forward to go as…"   Read all 15 reviews

Welcome to Rosehill Day Nursery! At Rosehill Day Nursery, located warmly within the heart of the Normanton community, the team provide a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for your little ones to explore, learn, grow and thrive. Nestled… Read more about Rosehill Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 50 Places
The Early Years Academy Ibstock

5-7 High Street, Ibstock LE67 6LG 

10 23 reviews
"My son only started in July but has settled so well thanks to the staff. His development has come along + staff involve us as much as…"   Read all 23 reviews

The Early Years Academy Ibstock provides inspiring care to children in a fun and safe environment. Trained, passionate staff give children the confidence to thrive and develop news skills while having lots of fun. Staff observe how each child… Read more about The Early Years Academy Ibstock

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 100 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Boultham Park

104 Boultham Park Road, Lincoln LN6 7TH 

10 67 reviews
"Polite staff and always welcoming. My child is happy there and loves the ladies. Effective learning about words, numbers and the world…"   Read all 67 reviews

This Paper Moon Day Nursery has transformed its two storey building into a homely, bright and modern environment that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed to quality care and… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Boultham Park

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 34 Places
Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm

9 Lincoln Road, Tuxford, Newark-on-Trent NG22 0HR 

10 24 reviews
"I couldn't recommend Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm highly enough! The staff consistently think of engaging activities, linked in with my…"   Read all 24 reviews

Yellow Brick Road Pump Farm is situated in the village of Tuxford. The nursery aims to provide a happy, safe, warm and stimulating environment for all children to play, learn and develop freely. The nursery has 3 different groups according to age.… Read more about Yellow Brick Road, Pump Farm

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 45 Places
Melton Mowbray Nursery School

34 Dalby Road, Melton Mowbray LE13 0BH 

10 78 reviews
"This nursery has been wonderful in helping my little boy develop. They offer me flexibility of extra sessions as and when required, always…"   Read all 78 reviews
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Melton Mowbray Day Nursery provides high-quality Early Years education in a charming, renovated coach house. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (October 2023), the nursery offers large, well-equipped playrooms and dedicated garden spaces for each age group, including… Read more about Melton Mowbray Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 59 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Sutton-in-Ashfield

Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 4HW 

10 196 reviews
"My child has been in the toddler room for a few months now and has settled in wonderfully. The staff are welcoming, friendly and…"   Read all 196 reviews

This Ofsted registered 'Outstanding' Paper Moon Day Nursery (June 2018) is a purpose-built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Sutton-in-Ashfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 134 Places
Sunnyhill Day Nursery

16-27 Browning Street, Sunnyhill, Derby DE23 8DN 

10 38 reviews
"My son has been here for just over a year i would highly recommend Sunny hill day nusery, The staff are incredibly warm, caring, and…"   Read all 38 reviews

Sunnyhill Day Nursery is in the heart of the community within the Children's Centre. It has a spacious open plan learning environment that leads itself directly onto a natural outdoor space. The nursery is a safe and nurturing environment full of… Read more about Sunnyhill Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 92 Places
Sandhills Day Nursery Boston

Boston West Business Park, Sleaford Road, Boston PE21 8EG 

10 98 reviews
"I would highly recommend this place where will be second home for your little one, my daughter attended 2 years on toddler and pre school…"   Read all 98 reviews

Sandhills Boston is a purpose-built, modern nursery conveniently located in the busy market town of Boston. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes,… Read more about Sandhills Day Nursery Boston

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 98 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park

Jasmin Road, Doddington Park, Lincoln LN6 0QQ 

10 85 reviews
"Love that I see thorough cleans of each room, love the team, especially in babies and tweenies rooms who are warm anf engaging and my child…"   Read all 85 reviews

Paper Moon Nursery is a 50 place nursery offering childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The nursery has 3 base rooms and a wonderful outside area with plenty of space for the children to explore no matter what the weather and has a much-loved… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 50 Places
The Early Years Academy Derby

135 Duffield Road, Derby DE22 1AF 

10 49 reviews
"My son has attended from 1 year old to school age, and he absolutely thrived at this nursery. The staff are lovely and incredibly…"   Read all 49 reviews

The Early Years Academy puts the children at the forefront of everything they do! The Early Years Academy believes that in order for children to learn and thrive they must first be happy, engaged, and motivated for thinking (learning) to occur.   The… Read more about The Early Years Academy Derby

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 104 Places
Bright Stars Childcare

Kilindini, Brook Street, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 1ES 

10 28 reviews
"My daughter absolutely loves this nursery! Every day she is learning and doing something new which is amazing for her development, she has…"   Read all 28 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Bright Stars Childcare is an experienced service that has earned a high level of respect from local parents, adhering to professional standards, employing qualified and skilled staff and adhering to family-run qualities. The aim is to encourage the… Read more about Bright Stars Childcare

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 40 Places
Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School

Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Dryhurst House, Calow, Chesterfield S44 5BL 

10 152 reviews
"Wow where to start we have been part of children's 1st nursery (chesterfield) since 2019. Im so grateful for everything over the years from…"   Read all 152 reviews
Group/Owner Storal

Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School is situated close to Chesterfield city centre within a listed building with a fabulous garden. The nursery has been refurbished to offer children from birth to five years a warm, welcoming and stimulating learning… Read more about Children 1st Chesterfield Nursery School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 73 Places
Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton

205 Russell Drive, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 2BD 

10 109 reviews
"My daughter attended Banana Moon for almost 4 years and we could not be happier with the care and support she received during her time…"   Read all 109 reviews

At Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton, caring, qualified staff observe and assess children's development and most importantly provide a variety of learning experiences that are fun and build on what the children already know. Calm tranquil rest is… Read more about Banana Moon Day Nursery Wollaton

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 70 Places
St George's Nursery (Sherwood)

16 Pelham Road, Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 1AP 

10 39 reviews
"The staff at St George's Nursery Sherwood are some of the most caring I could ever have hoped to place my daughter with. Everyone takes…"   Read all 39 reviews

St. George’s Nursery is a family-run, award-winning childcare provider with over 30 years of experience caring for and educating young children. The nursery continues to uphold the same values of care, trust and community that began its journey. With… Read more about St George's Nursery (Sherwood)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 80 Places
Kilton Childcare

Prospect/Kilton Childrens Centre, Longfellow Drive, Worksop S81 0DW 

10 31 reviews
"I have nothing but positive things to say about this nursery. I have used them for both of my children 7 years apart and me experience with…"   Read all 31 reviews

Kilton Childcare has been established to offer a friendly and secure approach to early years learning. Located in Nottinghamshire, the purpose-built nursery was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in September 2014 and offers 50 places for children aged from… Read more about Kilton Childcare

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 50 Places
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Forest Town

Fulmar Close, Forest Town, Mansfield NG19 0GG 

9.9 119 reviews
"After a great experience with this nursery and my first daughter I sent my second daughter here too, she has grown and learnt so much in…"   Read all 119 reviews

This Paper Moon Day Nursery in Forest Town is a purpose-built nursery with a bright and modern interior that enables children to learn in a caring environment. All early years practitioners are highly-trained and committed to quality care and education,… Read more about Paper Moon Day Nursery - Forest Town

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 108 Places