We are a rural childcare setting offering quality childcare to children aged 2-11 years!
From the Staff ,
We feel that we are a friendly, caring and approachable team that is unique in providing nursery education and a time for free play under supervision and expertise. All children can have fun and learning experiences in a secure, warm and friendly, homelike, safe environment. Children are able to make new friends and choices gaining the necessary skills they need for starting scho
06/04/2026
Don't forget, Thursday 16 April 2026 is national offer day for primary school places.
Applied online?
ℹ️ Follow this guide for next steps:
💻 Look out for your email confirming your offer to the email you applied with. Allow one working day for your email to arrive.
📧 Check your spam or junk email folder if your email hasn't arrived.
For further guidance ahead of the day see: https://orlo.uk/aQZ1m
15/03/2026
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This week we have been super scientists as we took part in “British Science week” 🧪🧫
Another great week at Ollies! 🐝
28/02/2026
We have been exploring and celebrating Chinese New Year this week in Ollies, thinking about how the colour red is considered lucky and the twelve zodiac animals.
13/01/2026
🎉✨ What’s On – Wednesday at Preston Family Hubs! ✨🎉
Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly? Here's your guide to Wednesday’s activities across our hubs 👇
🧸 Ribbleton Family Hub
📍 Ribbleton Hall Drive, Preston, PR2 6EE
🕘 HCRG Baby Weighing Clinic – 9:15am – 11:15am
🕚 Speech & Language Advice Walk-In – 11:00am – 11:45am
🕐Outdoor Play - 10 - 12pm (Meeting at Ribbleton Family Hub)
🎨 Riverbank Family Hub
📍 Brieryfield Road, Preston, PR1 8SR
🕘 Parenting Riding the Rapids – 10:00am – 12:00pm (Booking required)
🎨 Millbank Court
📍 Edmund Street, Preston, PR1 1ED
🕘Stay & Play 0-5yrs 9:30 - 11am
🧸 West Family Hub
📍 Ashton Primary School Site, Ainsdale Drive, Preston, PR2 1TU
🕙 Stay & Play (0–5yrs) – 9:30am – 11am
🧒 Moor Nook Family Hub & Youth Zone
📍 Burholme Road, Ribbleton, Preston, PR2 6HN
🕒 Flourishing Together (5–11yrs) – 3:30pm – 5:00pm
🧸 Preston East CFW Services
📍 Brookfield Primary School Site, Watling Street Road, Preston, PR2 6TU
🕘 Childminders (0–5yrs) – 9:30am – 11am
📲 All sessions are FREE!
To book or learn more, contact your local hub or visit https://events.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/all-events?service=CFW.
Let’s make Wednesday full of smiles, play, and connection! 💛
& Groove Together
11/01/2026
⏰ The September 2026 primary school admissions deadline is Thursday 15 January.
Even if a brother or sister is at the school, you still need to apply.
Visit https://orlo.uk/TYbtW to read our full guide on admissions criteria, school transport and more.
Our first week back was a very cold one… but perfect for our teachable moment of exploring Winter, the changes we see and the animals which live in cold climates ❄️☃️🧣🐧🐻❄️
30/12/2025
Brighter Beginnings: Wellbeing (Parents of children with SEND 0-5) ENGLAND Learn how to manage your stress and improve your Wellbeing. For parents/carers of a child age 0 to 5 with additional needs in ENGLAND.
29/12/2025
🎄 When the festive period between Christmas and New Year calms, take a moment to plan ahead.
Apply now for your child’s primary school place for September 2026.
👉 Read our step-by-step guide and apply quickly at: https://orlo.uk/PrimarySchoolAdmissions_IJSpx
Deadline: Thursday 15 January 2026
You still need to apply even if a brother or sister is already at the school.
12/12/2025
The Elves have been!! 🤭🎄🎅🏼✨ How wonderful does our nursery look, created with all the children’s artwork! 🐝