At Ratcliffe College, the educational journey begins in our Nursery, where children from the age of 6 months - 4 years are welcomed into a warm, creative, and nurturing environment.
Ratcliffe College expands Day Nursery with New Year-Round Childcare for children from 6 months old - Opening Spring 2027
Ratcliffe College is delighted to announce the expansion of its Day Nursery, introducing dedicated year-round childcare for children aged six months to four years from Spring 2027, subject to final approvals.
Designed to support working families across Leicestershire, Leicester, Loughborough and surrounding areas, the new Day Nursery will provide exceptional Early Years education and childcare within the beautiful grounds of Ratcliffe College.
Families will benefit from flexible, high-quality childcare in a nurturing environment, with children enjoying a seamless educational journey from infancy through to Preparatory School and beyond.
Eligible families will be able to access government-funded childcare support and Early Years vouchers, helping make outstanding childcare and education more accessible.
Nursery at a glance...
6 months to 4 years
Flexible childcare
Government-Funded Childcare Support
and Early Years Vouchers
Wraparound Care
7.30am - 6pm
Open 51 weeks
Monday to Friday
Creative and Discovery Play
Stimulating Outdoor Spaces
1:1 and small group sessions
Small Class Sizes
Excellent staff-to-child ratios
Daily Outdoor Learning
Year-Round Childcare
The new Ratcliffe College Day Nursery will operate for 51 weeks of the year, helping parents balance family life and work commitments with confidence.
Nursery Opening Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 7.30am - 6.00pm
- 51 weeks per year
Day Nursery Preview – Opening Spring 2027
An early glimpse of our exciting new Day Nursery.
A stimulating and caring environment
Located within Ratcliffe College's stunning 200-acre campus in Leicestershire, the Day Nursery will provide a safe, stimulating and caring environment during the most important years of a child's development.
Children will benefit from an educational approach that combines:
- Play-based learning
- Personalised care
- Outdoor exploration
- Early communication and language development
- Social and emotional growth
- Creative and physical development
Our experienced Early Years team will create an environment where children feel secure, valued and inspired to learn every day.
Day Nursery FeesPlease use the following fees as a guideline for Nursery provision. These fees are provided for reference only and are subject to change upon opening in 2027.
Session Time Fee (per session) Morning Session 07:30 – 12:45 £45 Afternoon Session 12:45 – 18:00 £45 Full Day Session 07:30 – 18:00 £90
Please note: Nursery fees are subject to annual review. Eligible families will be able to access government-funded childcare support and Early Years vouchers, helping to reduce childcare costs.
Please use the following fees as a guideline for Nursery provision. These fees are provided for reference only and are subject to change upon opening in 2027.
| Session | Time | Fee (per session) |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Session | 07:30 – 12:45 | £45 |
| Afternoon Session | 12:45 – 18:00 | £45 |
| Full Day Session | 07:30 – 18:00 | £90 |
Please note: Nursery fees are subject to annual review. Eligible families will be able to access government-funded childcare support and Early Years vouchers, helping to reduce childcare costs.
Register your Interest
Families expecting a baby or with young children are warmly invited to register their interest with our friendly admissions team using the online registration form.
There will be an opportunity from the Autumn Term 2026 to meet our wonderful Day Nursery staff, tour the Preparatory School and preview the new Day Nursery facility.
