Welcome
to Nightingale Nursery

Who Are We?

Nurturing, inspiring day nurseries in Sawley and Castle Donington.​

Family-owned and family-run, caring for children and supporting local families since 1997.

We provide a warm, homely environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn. Through purposeful play, nurturing relationships and an engaging curriculum, we help children develop the confidence, curiosity and skills they need for their next adventure.

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Why choose us?

Almost 30 years of caring for children

We opened our first nursery in Sawley in 1997 and our Castle Donington nursery in 2013. Since then, we have remained a small, family-owned and family-run nursery group, supporting local families and generations of children.

We believe children thrive when they feel safe, secure and valued. Our nurturing environments, experienced practitioners and purposeful approach to learning give children the confidence, curiosity and skills they need to flourish.​

Find out what our families say about us on Our Testimonials Page

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What makes Nightingale different?

• Nurturing relationships

We get to know every child as an individual and build strong, trusting relationships.​

• Purposeful play

We make learning fun, meaningful and exciting through experiences that follow children's interests.​

• Confidence to grow

We encourage children to develop independence, resilience and a positive “can do” attitude.​

• Inclusive and welcoming

Every child and family is valued, respected and supported.​

• Experienced team

We invest in our practitioners through professional development and reflective practice. Some of our staff have been with us for nearly three decades.​

• Preparing for the future

We help children develop the foundations they need for school and beyond.​​

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Our Ethos- "Play with a Purpose" 

We believe children learn best when they are having fun, exploring their interests and being encouraged to discover the world around them.

Our carefully considered curriculum is based on what we know about our children. Through purposeful play, meaningful experiences and skilled interactions, we extend their learning and encourage curiosity.

We want children to become confident learners who aren't afraid to try, make mistakes, solve problems and have another go.​

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Helping children become confident, capable learners

The early years provide the foundations for a child's future learning and development.

At Nightingale Nursery, we support children to develop more than just academic skills. We help them build:

• Confidence

• Independence

• Resilience

• Communication

• Social skills

• Problem-solving

• Curiosity

• A positive attitude towards learning

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We want every child to leave Nightingale Nursery thinking: “I can do it.” Ready for their next adventure.​

Find Out More on Our Philosophy Page

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Find your Nightingale nursery

Castle Donington

Proudly supporting Castle Donington families since 2013.

A nurturing, homely day nursery where children can learn, play, explore and grow in confidence.​

Contact us via our Find Your Nursery Page

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Sawley

Our first nursery, established in 1997.

Supporting local families for almost 30 years with nurturing early years care and education.

Contact us via our Find Your Nursery Page.

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The team who make our nurseries what they are

Our experienced practitioners are at the heart of everything we do. Our nurseries are led by a long standing and extremely well established team of highly qualified and experienced professionals.

We invest in our team through continued professional development, professional conversations and reflective practice.

Our practitioners get to know each child — their interests, personality, strengths, development and individual needs.

This means learning isn't simply something we deliver. It is something we build together with each child.​

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Inclusion- we are a nursery where everyone belongs

Every child and family is unique, and we celebrate that.

We have a deeply embedded culture of tolerance, acceptance and respect. We encourage children to understand and appreciate the people around them and recognise that everyone is different.

Our inclusive approach means that every child and family is welcomed, valued and supported.

At Nightingale Nursery, everyone belongs.

​Find out more on our FAQ Page

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Safeguarding, safety and Ofsted

We take our responsibility to children and families extremely seriously.

Our experienced Leaders and Managers support practitioners through ongoing professional development, reflective practice and robust safeguarding procedures.

The most recent full Ofsted inspection at Castle Donington took place in July 2023. Read the inspection here.​

The most recent full Ofsted inspection at Sawley took place in November 2024. Read the inspection here.

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Choosing the right nursery for your child is a big decision.

If you are looking for an established nursery with a highly qualified and experienced leadership team, supported by a dedicated team of long-standing practitioners who are passionate about their profession, we would love to welcome you to Nightingale Nursery.

The best way to find out whether Nightingale Nursery is right for your family is to come and meet us, see our nursery, meet our team and experience our nurturing environment for yourself.

We'd love to welcome you.