Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Melchbourne
Inn Farm Private Day Nursery Private Day Nursery is an Outstanding-rated childcare provider located in Melchbourne, Bedfordshire. We specialise in delivering expert care and educational development for children aged 0 to 5 years, utilising a unique outdoor learning environment on a working farm. Our approach integrates the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring structured and spontaneous activities that foster holistic growth. With dedicated childcare rooms tailored to different age groups, including Ladybirds, Caterpillars, and Dragonflies, we prioritise individualised attention and nurturing relationships.Our extensive outdoor facilities, featuring all-weather gardens, paddocks, and interactive play areas, enable children to engage with nature daily. Parents consistently commend our creative staff, robust safety measures, and the positive impact on children's physical, social, and cognitive development. We are committed to transparency, ethical practices, and maintaining strong partnerships with families to support each child's unique journey.
Services
Baby Care (0-12 months)
Toddler Care (12-24 months)
Preschool Programs
Outdoor Learning
Healthy Eating Plans
Forest School Activities
Animal Interaction
Childcare Funding Support
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Sessional Care
Highlights and features
- We offer expert care to children aged 0 to 5 years in a unique farm-based environment.
- Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework rigorously.
- Extensive outdoor provisions cater to all-weather play and learning opportunities.
- Staff are experienced in fostering individual child development and creativity.
- Parents value our transparent communication and commitment to child safety.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Amazing outdoor space
Nurturing and creative staff
Children thrive physically and socially
Excellent transition support
Engaging farm-based activities
Services
Childcare for 0-12 Months
Our Ladybirds room provides tailored care for infants aged 0-12 months, focusing on sensory exploration and emotional security. Staff use heuristic play and interactive storytelling to stimulate early development. The environment aligns with EYFS standards, ensuring safe, age-appropriate growth.
Outdoor Learning Environment
Children engage daily with our farm-based outdoor spaces, including paddocks, all-weather gardens, and Forest School areas. Activities like animal care, gardening, and mud kitchens promote physical coordination and environmental awareness. This approach supports EYFS goals through hands-on experiential learning.
Preschool Programs
Dragonflies and Grasshoppers rooms prepare 3-5-year-olds for school with structured EYFS-aligned curricula. Focus areas include literacy, numeracy, and social skills, delivered through themed play and collaborative projects. Outdoor maths and mark-making activities reinforce classroom learning.
Healthy Eating Plans
Our menus feature home-cooked meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Children participate in growing vegetables and preparing snacks, learning about food origins and balanced diets. All dietary requirements are accommodated with parental consultation.
Childcare Funding Support
We assist eligible families with government-funded childcare schemes, including 15-30 hour entitlements for 2-4-year-olds. Tax-Free Childcare accounts and voucher schemes like Edenred are accepted to reduce costs for working parents.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0 to 5 years, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
How do you incorporate outdoor learning?
Our farm-based setting includes paddocks, gardens, and Forest School activities that promote physical and environmental education daily.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we offer home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients, with opportunities for children to grow and prepare their own snacks.
Do you accept childcare vouchers?
We accept vouchers from schemes like Edenred, Care4, and Tax-Free Childcare accounts to help reduce costs.
How do you support school readiness?
Preschool rooms follow structured EYFS curricula with literacy, numeracy, and social skills development through play-based learning.
What safety measures are in place?
Our secure farm environment includes supervised animal interactions, handwashing routines, and staff trained in childcare safety protocols.
