Nursery Rhymes - Knighton

Nursery Rhymes - Knighton Award winning Nursery - providing the best in early years education & childcare. Located next door to Leicester Racecourse and The Kube.

This fantastic new Day Nursery & Pre-school in Knighton is part of the Award Winning local Nursery Rhymes Leicester. Nursery Rhymes Leicester offers two quality settings that both provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to grow and develop. From our baby room to pre-school classrooms, we encourage curiosity, creativity, and social interaction.

23/09/2026

🤟 Happy National Sign Language Day! 💙
Today we’re celebrating the wonderful world of sign language and the many ways we can communicate, connect and understand one another. 🌈✨
We love learning new signs and making communication fun, inclusive and accessible for everyone! 🤟💫

22/09/2026

🍂✨ Autumn adventures at nursery! 🍁
There’s something magical about autumn, and our little learners have been busy embracing all the colours, textures and treasures this beautiful season has to offer! 🍂
From painting vibrant autumnal pictures 🎨 and creating colourful autumn trees 🌳, to squishing, rolling and moulding with playdough, every activity has been a wonderful opportunity to explore, create and get messy!
Our little explorers have also been busy collecting pine cones and other natural treasures 🌲🍁, making autumn-inspired masterpieces and getting stuck into our autumn messy tree activities. 🍂🤎
Through sensory play, creativity and hands-on exploration, the children have been developing their imagination, fine motor skills and curiosity — all while having lots of fun!
Crunchy leaves, cosy colours, messy hands and happy little faces… we’re loving autumn at nursery! 🍁🧡✨

Story time outdoors brings language, imagination and connection together in such a natural way. Sharing books in the fre...
21/09/2026

Story time outdoors brings language, imagination and connection together in such a natural way. Sharing books in the fresh air gives children space to listen, respond, notice details and enjoy meaningful one-to-one moments with caring adults. It also supports early communication, attention and confidence, while helping your child feel secure and engaged within the nursery day. 📚

When children attend more regularly, they have more chances to enjoy these calm, connection-rich moments alongside busier activities, helping them build routine, friendships and a stronger sense of belonging.

Check out our website to discover more about childcare in Knighton: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/

15/09/2026

🧸🧺✨ Teddy Bear Picnic Day! ✨🧺🧸
Our preschoolers had the most wonderful time visiting Graysford Hall residential home for a very special teddy bear picnic with the residents! 💕
From balloon throwing and bowling to sharing a lovely teddy bear picnic, there were smiles, laughter and lots of fun all around! 🥰
It was beautiful to see two generations come together, make new friends and create special memories that will be treasured. ❤️
Little hands, big hearts & beautiful connections! 🌈🧸💕 Hall

Some of the best nursery moments happen when children are completely engaged, smiling, sharing ideas and enjoying the fr...
14/09/2026

Some of the best nursery moments happen when children are completely engaged, smiling, sharing ideas and enjoying the freedom to explore. Activities like this encourage communication, imagination and confidence, helping your child express themselves while learning alongside others. It is not just about the activity itself, it is about the joy, connection and discovery that happen through play. 🌟

With a more consistent nursery routine, your child has more chances to build these happy connections, take part in varied experiences and feel truly settled within their week.

Check out our website to discover more about childcare in Knighton: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/

Outdoor learning gives children the chance to explore real experiences in a hands-on and meaningful way. Activities like...
07/09/2026

Outdoor learning gives children the chance to explore real experiences in a hands-on and meaningful way. Activities like preparing fruit can support fine motor skills, concentration, independence and early problem-solving, while giving your child time to learn alongside their friends in the fresh air. These everyday moments help children build confidence, curiosity and practical skills through play. 🍏

When children attend more consistently across the week, they have more opportunities to enjoy varied experiences like this, build stronger routines and feel fully involved in nursery life.

Check out our website to learn more about our nursery in Knighton: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/

Focused, hands-on learning gives children the chance to explore new skills in a safe and supportive way. With gentle gui...
31/08/2026

Focused, hands-on learning gives children the chance to explore new skills in a safe and supportive way. With gentle guidance from caring adults, your child can build confidence, concentration and independence while taking part in meaningful activities that encourage curiosity. These moments help children feel proud of what they can do, while developing important early skills through play and discovery. 🔧

For children attending more consistently across the week, there are even more opportunities to take part in rich learning experiences, build strong relationships and feel settled in the nursery routine.

Check out our website to learn more about our nursery in Knighton: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/

Role play gives children the chance to step into real-world experiences and make sense of the world around them. With co...
24/08/2026

Role play gives children the chance to step into real-world experiences and make sense of the world around them. With construction resources, tools and open-ended materials, your child can practise teamwork, problem-solving, communication and imaginative thinking through play. These activities encourage children to plan, build, test ideas and work alongside others, all while developing confidence in a fun and purposeful way. 🛠️

A more regular nursery routine gives children more time to return to these rich play experiences, build on their ideas and strengthen friendships through shared projects across the week.

Book a tour to see our playful learning spaces in person: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/book-a-tour/

✨A day in the life of our wonderful Toddler Room!✨ From starting the morning with a nutritious breakfast and settling in...
20/08/2026

✨A day in the life of our wonderful Toddler Room!✨ From starting the morning with a nutritious breakfast and settling into the day, our toddlers are encouraged to learn, explore and develop through a wonderful variety of experiences. From creating with playdough and getting messy with paint, to discovering the world around them through daily outdoor adventures, every moment is an opportunity to build confidence, independence and new skills. After a delicious lunch, the fun continues with climbing, constructing buildings, imaginative play and plenty of opportunities to socialise and develop friendships. We believe in giving our toddlers the freedom to explore outdoors in all weathers, encouraging curiosity, resilience and a love of nature. 🌿🌦️ Our days are busy, purposeful and full of laughter, creativity and discovery — creating a warm, nurturing environment where every child is supported to grow, learn and flourish. And most importantly, we finish each day with a room full of happy, confident and content little learners! 🥰💛

A thoughtfully prepared play space can invite children to explore, choose and learn at their own pace. With wooden resou...
19/08/2026

A thoughtfully prepared play space can invite children to explore, choose and learn at their own pace. With wooden resources, colour matching, posting, rolling and problem-solving opportunities, your child can develop coordination, concentration and early thinking skills through calm, purposeful play. These open-ended activities also support independence, as children are encouraged to test ideas, repeat actions and feel proud of what they discover. 🌈

When children attend more regularly, they have more time to return to favourite resources, build confidence through repetition and enjoy the full variety of learning experiences across the week.

Check out our website to learn more about childcare in Knighton: https://nurseryrhymesleicester.co.uk/knighton/

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8 Ring Road
Leicester
LE23RR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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