Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Childcare Solutions in Gloucester
Hugo & Holly Day Nursery was founded in 2004 with a vision to provide exceptional childcare rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach. Our Gloucester-based nurseries prioritise creative learning, offering stimulating environments for children aged 0-5. With two locations achieving outstanding OFSTED reports and 5-star food hygiene ratings, we combine experienced staff with flexible daily rhythms tailored to children's natural curiosities.Our team includes qualified educators with decades of collective experience, ensuring each child receives personalised attention through our Key Person system. We maintain rigorous safety standards, DBS-checked staff, and continuous professional development while fostering strong partnerships with parents to support early years development.
Services
Babies Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
Nutritious Meals
Key Person Support
Parent Training
Enrollment Services
Secure Environment
Health Protocols
Communication Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We follow the Reggio Emilia approach to foster creativity and inquiry
- Our nurseries have outstanding OFSTED inspection reports
- We maintain 5-star food hygiene standards
- Our team includes staff with over 20 years' early years experience
- We offer flexible daily rhythms tailored to children's interests
Services
Babies Care
Our dedicated baby rooms provide nurturing environments for infants up to 2 years. Specially trained staff follow individual routines for feeding, sleeping and development. The spaces feature age-appropriate resources that stimulate sensory exploration while maintaining safety and comfort through constant supervision.
Toddler Programs
Structured yet flexible programs for 2-3 year olds encourage independence and social skills. Activities focus on language development, motor skills and creative play. Our staff guide learning through interactive experiences that respect each child's unique pace of development within a supportive group setting.
Preschool Education
Our preschool curriculum prepares 3-5 year olds for formal education through play-based learning. Emphasis on literacy, numeracy and problem-solving develops school readiness. Children engage in collaborative projects that build confidence while following Reggio Emilia principles of child-led exploration.
Nutritious Meals
Freshly prepared meals use locally sourced ingredients meeting strict nutritional guidelines. Our 5-star hygiene-rated kitchens provide balanced breakfasts, lunches and snacks. Menus accommodate dietary requirements while encouraging children to develop healthy eating habits through shared mealtimes.
Key Person Support
Each child is assigned a dedicated key worker who builds strong relationships with both child and family. This system ensures consistent emotional support and detailed progress tracking. Regular communication keeps parents informed about their child's development and daily experiences.
People
Sarah Scott
Owner & Qualified Teacher
With over 20 years' teaching experience across primary education, Sarah founded Hugo & Holly Day Nursery in 2004. A mother of four, she combines her passion for early years development with daily operational oversight of both Gloucester nurseries.
Russell Steel
Business Owner
Russell brings 30 years' business management expertise to Hugo & Holly Day Nurseries. He oversees operational aspects while maintaining focus on service quality standards across both Gloucester locations since their establishment.
Carlie Hawkes
General Manager
Carlie has managed daily nursery operations since 2005, bringing 15+ years' childcare experience. With NVQ Level 4 qualifications, she ensures consistent high standards across both Gloucester sites while maintaining hands-on involvement.
Emma Phillips
Nursery Manager
Emma has led Brunswick Square Nursery since 2006, applying her NVQ 4 childcare expertise. She creates nurturing environments that align with Reggio Emilia principles while supporting staff development and maintaining outstanding OFSTED standards.
Julie Howe
Head Chef
Julie has provided nutritious meals since 2005, combining catering expertise with childcare needs. She sources local ingredients to create balanced menus that meet 5-star hygiene standards while teaching healthy eating habits to children.
Questions
What childcare approach do you use?
We follow the Reggio Emilia approach, focusing on child-led learning through creative exploration and natural curiosity within carefully planned environments.
Are you OFSTED registered?
Yes, both our Gloucester nurseries have outstanding OFSTED inspection reports, reflecting our commitment to exceptional childcare standards.
Do you offer funded places?
We provide Free Funded Places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds as part of government early education entitlement programs.
How do you handle child safety?
All staff undergo DBS checks with our Key Person system ensuring consistent supervision. Secure premises maintain safety while allowing parental access through password verification.
What food hygiene standards do you meet?
Our kitchens maintain 5-star hygiene ratings with fresh, locally sourced meals prepared daily to meet strict nutritional guidelines for children.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use daily updates, documentation portfolios and scheduled meetings to keep parents informed about their child's development and nursery experiences.
