Woodville Nursery & Preschool

Blacksmiths Lane, Woodville, Swadlincote DE11 7EF
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The team at Woodville Nursery & Preschool understands that every child is unique, with their own experiences, interests and ways of learning. Their carefully designed spaces across two sites allow each child to learn in a manner and at a pace that suits them best. Children are encouraged daily to explore, question and imagine, helping them develop a genuine love of learning and a naturally curious mindset.

Woodville’s provision is spread across two dedicated settings. The Blacksmith’s Lane site offers year-round care for children from six weeks to five years old, while the newly opened preschool on Moira Road provides sessional care for children aged two and above. Across both locations, families benefit from a highly skilled team with extensive early years expertise, including practitioners trained in Forest School approaches.
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Funding & Fees

Full day (7:30 am to 6:00 pm) from £74.25

We want to make life simple, so our fees include snacks and meals, cooked on site. For young babies, parents are requested to bring in their own formula milk.


Children with preschool sessional care receive snacks and have the flexibility to bring in their own lunch or pay an additional £3 for a nutritious packed lunch prepared by our chef.

Contact Woodville Nursery & Preschool to get a personalised quote.

Contact Woodville Nursery & Preschool to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Tammy Mansfield (Nursery Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 48

Total Places for Children

  • 110

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Woodville Nursery & Preschool Reviews (108)

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Woodville Nursery & Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.993) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodville Nursery & Preschool has 108 reviews.

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Review from Kivia B (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had experience with several nurseries.
some simpler, some more "premium",but none has ever ticked all the boxes the way this one does. From the moment you walk in, the quality of the facilities is obvious: a lovely front yard, a fantastic backyard, well organised classrooms, and even practical
things like good car parking. Everything feels thoughtfully designed for the children.
The menu is another highlight. It is healthy, varied, and clearly planned with care. But what impressed me most is how genuinely they listen to parents. They know every single child individually, and you can feel that in the way they communicate and adapt to each child's needs.And then there's the staff, which is the absolute cherry on the cake. They are diversekind, and unbelievably hard working. I would absolutely recommend them to any parent looking for a place where their child
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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughters absolutely love going to nursery there are no kick offs and they love to try and guess which staff they will see in the morning! They are always excited for the day & thrive whilst in the nursery environment alongside their friends playing and learning each day. All the staff are lovely
and really care about the children in their care which is definitely essential for putting me at ease leaving them all day whilst I go off to work. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review from Re-Anne G (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had such a wonderful experience with this nursery. My son currently attends and my daughter went here when she was younger as well, so we've been part of the nursery community for a few years now.
The staff are absolutely amazing! they are so warm, kind and genuinely caring. You can really tell
how person-centred they are with each child. They take the time to understand every child's personality, interests and needs, and they support them in such a thoughtful and nurturing way.
As a parent, it's incredibly reassuring to know your child is somewhere they are truly cared for and valued. The team creates such a positive, safe, and welcoming environment, and it's clear they love what they do.
I'm so grateful for the care they've given both of my children and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to other families!
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Review from Ellie H (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are absolutely amazing and so caring towards the children. The facilities indoor and outdoors are brilliant for the children.
My son has developed in leaps and bounds since joining this setting and i couldn't recommend it enough!
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Review from Kalila S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has done so well at Woodville Nursery. The staff are really caring and supportive, and they're great at keeping us updated with how things are going, which we really appreciate. Our child started at 6 months old and is now 2, and we've seen such a big difference in their confidence and
development. The team clearly puts a lot of effort into planning different activities and themes for the children, and it's lovely to see how much they enjoy it. A big thank you to everyone at Woodville Nursery for everything you've done for our little one. We're very grateful.
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Review from Holly L (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter with autism came to this nursery when she was 3, not long after lockdown and they were amazing with her! I knew there and then that any future child I was to have would go there. Fast forward to now my son goes and he has the best time. His speech has come on amazing as he tells me about
his teacher Georgia and some of his friends. He still cries every morning I drop him off but the staff are just amazing with him. I couldn't recommend any other nursery. I made sure he was put on a waiting list when he was 1
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Review from L N (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery for the last 2 years, from the baby room to now the early years setting. I chose the nursery as it looked so clean and I instantly got a great vibe from all of the staff, I had always heard the children having a lovely time when playing in the garden.
My daughter
loves attending the nursery and I also feel very reassured she is in good care, they give me updates on their app and at the end of the day when I collect her. Their processes on who they allow into the nursery is robust and that also gives me confidence in leaving her in their care all day. Staff always get back to me quickly when I have a question or concern and my mind is put at ease very quickly.
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Review from Melissa a (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son only started at the nursery in September but has settled in amazingly well. He loves coming to nursery. The staff are all really lovely and caring and communication is fantastic. I love how my son has such a variety of meals at the nursery too.
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Review from Giorgi S (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves it here! Gets so excited to go and play with his friends and I enjoy hearing about his day after. Always having fun and tells me about the stories and songs they have gone over. All the staff are friendly and communicate well.
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Review from Natasha B (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Woodville Nursery. Since our daughter started attending, we've seen such a huge improvement in her development. It's been amazing to watch how much she has grown and learned in such a supportive environment.


All of the staff are fantastic. It's very clear how much they genuinely

love what they do, and that passion really shows in the way they care for the children every day. They take the time to get to know each child individually and provide a real personal touch, which makes such a difference for both the children and the parents. We always feel reassured knowing our daughter is in such caring and capable hands.


I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, supportive, and engaging place for their child.

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Review from M N (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery staff always welcoming and going above and beyond for children and ensuring you receive all information throughout the day. Nursery is very warm welcoming place the cleanliness of the nursery makes you feel at ease to leave your child there an variety of foods they provide for your
children is amazing giving them a taste of foods you perhaps wouldn't think of.
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been here since September and she is loving it they do all different activities special days and are super friendly staff members that are easy to talk to. Any problems they will do their best to accommodate to.
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm so glade my son has joined this nursery he has learnt a lot and came out of his shell definitely not the shy no more


The staff are amazing so kind and friendly
Definitely would recommend this nursery

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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have been going to this nursery for over 2 years now and they are still excited to go every day. The staff know them both by name, know they are siblings and let them see eachother during the day. The managers even know who they are and ask about them and remember details. It feels
like they are included and thought about which is lovely. We get pictures of them doing all different activities every day and get along with all the staff really well.
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Review from Jade R (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fantastic school! The staff are brilliant will my daughter and helped her come on leaps and bounds! She's coming home everyday showing me new things she has learned. Every drop off and pick up the staff do a fantastic handover and keep you upto date throughout the day also with what my daughter
has been doing !
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Review from Demi S (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff have been so friendly and caring towards us and our child.
The sign in procedure makes me feel at ease about leaving my child with them and knowing that she is safe.
The staff are so friendly and have helped my child settle in so well . They have communicated very well and have reassured
me and gone above and beyond to make sure we have both made the transition as well as possible. We had issues with her eating to begin with and they have tried things and adapted to make her feel as comfortable as possible so shes now eating there. I know my little one is in amazing hands with all the staff in the room and she is so happy with them.
Her key worker and the room leader have eased my anxieties about leaving my child and we have seen her come along so much with her development since joining. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. Thank you for looking after our child so well and caring for her so much
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Review from TAMMIE P (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with the care and support my son receives at this nursery. From the very beginning, the staff have been welcoming, kind, and genuinely invested in his development and happiness. It's such a comfort knowing he is in a safe, nurturing environment where he is encouraged to learn,
explore, and grow every single day.


The team go above and beyond to create fun, engaging activities that support his learning while making it enjoyable.


Communication with parents is excellent - I'm always kept informed about his progress and any updates. The staff are approachable, professional, and truly care about the children as individuals.


I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a loving, supportive, and stimulating environment for their child. Thank you for everything.

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Review from R F (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter started here she has grown in confidence and enjoys going the staff are very helpful and lovely best decision I made sending her to this nursery would recommend it to anyone the children get to play and feel safe.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely cannot find a better nursery, they have helped me so much and helped my daughter grow and come out of her shell. The staff are fantastic and so friendly, I am really glad my daughter has done so well, and it's all thanks to this nursery
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Review from Ruth B (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Woodville over the last 4 years. From the very first day, the warmth, care, and professionalism of the staff have been outstanding. The environment is not only safe and nurturing but also rich with opportunities for learning and creativity.
Our child settled
in quickly to each room, thanks to the team's thoughtful approach to transitions. Each day is filled with purposeful play, engaging activities, and lots of outdoor exploration.
The staff communicate regularly and thoughtfully, keeping us informed and involved in our child's development. It's clear they genuinely care about each child and take the time to understand their individual needs and personalities; and my daughter has a BIG personality!
We are incredibly grateful for the strong foundation Woodville has provided our daughter. She is so ready for school thanks to the time her key workers have put in and I know she will miss you ALL so much.
Highly Recommend!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.993)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.993) out of 10 for Woodville Nursery & Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.993 for Woodville Nursery & Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (295 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 297 Ratings = 4.993
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Woodville Nursery & Preschool is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 110 number of registered child places is 22, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Amanda

Amanda Gadsby

Job Title: Senior Nursery Manager Joined: 2002

Amanda has worked for Woodville Nursery School for over 20 years. She started as a student while completing her BTEC in Early Years, and progressed through the years to Senior Nursery Manager. She also obtained her Level 5 in Leadership and Management.


Amanda has two children who both attend the nursery school. She enjoys all aspects of her role and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for the children at the nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodville Nursery & Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Woodville Nursery & Preschool accepts?

Woodville Nursery & Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Woodville Nursery & Preschool Open?

Woodville Nursery & Preschool is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Woodville Nursery & Preschool have capacity for?

Woodville Nursery & Preschool has capacity for a total of 110 Children.

How far is Woodville Nursery & Preschool to the centre of Swadlincote?

1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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