The under three’s centre is part of Alexandra Nursery School on Willows Lane but based in the children’s centre on Blackledge Street. We work to the same principles and philosophies - every child is a unique individual.

Alexandra Children's centre is on Blackledge Street and for 3-5 year olds in the nursery school on Willows Lane

We will be open 8am till 6pm 51 weeks a year

Babies and Toddlers

• We have places for 41 children ages 6 weeks - 3 years in our lovely 'home from home' centre
• Children in the day-care unit will be looked after by Early Childhood Educators with NNEB certificate and NVQ qualifications
• The staffing ratios are in line with national requirements:- 1 adult to 3 children aged under 2 years, 1 adult to 4 children agesd 2-3 years

Children Over Three

• We have care places for children aged 3-4 in the nursery school
• We are very flexible and accomodate parents working arrangements
• The daycare  is staffed by Early Childhood Educators at a ratio of 1 adult to 8 children
• We have extra staff who supervise children paying for daycare to give them different and extra experiences
• The children use this room at lunchtime and for afterschool activities
• Every 3 and 4 year old will have a free part-time education session when one is available
• For more information on education for 3-5 year olds please see the nursery section of our website

All children are given freshly prepared vegetarian meals using a varied and balanced range of ingredients