Welcome to Furzehill Childcare Centre

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Furzehill Childcare Centre. My name is Lucy and I am the owner/manager and have worked at Furzehill Childcare Centre for over 23 years. I took over the ownership of the business in September 2021 when the previous owner retired, counting myself very lucky to be offered such a popular, well established provision.

My love for Early Years began when I was 19 when my first born nephew arrived (who is now 27!!). Before this, I hadn’t had much interest or experience with children but he soon made me realise that I wanted this to be my career. I enrolled on a level 3 course at the college, had a placement at Furzehill as a student, and the rest as they say, is history!

Since then, I completed a Playworks level 3, a Foundation Degree and a BA Hons Early Childhood Studies as well as numerous smaller qualifications.

Furzehill is my second family and I am exceptionally privileged to own such a successful and thriving business which continues to go from strength to strength. The 23 strong staff team range in experience and expertise and are a particularly well qualified team with 18 staff qualified to level 3 or above and 4 staff currently completing their level 3.

Above all else, we pride ourselves on the exceptional care that we provide to the children and our empathy towards the children and parents when starting the nursery journey. This can be an emotional time for all involved, we treat all children as unique and individual and tailor beginning nursery to each child’s and families needs.

When your child starts at the nursery, they will be allocated a family worker. This member of staff will meet with you initially to find out everything they need to know to enable us to support them effectively. They will then get to know your child through spending time with them, observing them and capturing some of the lovely things they do at nursery on photos and videos.

Whilst all of the staff are exceptional, I am very lucky to have a long standing, committed, knowledgeable and passionate Deputy Manager and SENCO in Catherine Davis. We have worked together for many many years and have a great working relationship, Catherine is the face of Furzehill and will be the person that most of you speak to during your initial contact at the nursery. Whilst I spend a lot of my time managing behind the scenes, Catherine ensures the smooth running of the nursery, alongside our team leaders Danni, Lauren and Steph.

I am so proud of the wonderful opportunities that we provide for our children every day and the numerous special events put on throughout the year including our Grandparents sessions, No pens days, family fun days, sports day and end of year celebrations. We would love for you to become part of our Furzehill family.

If you ever have any questions, my door is always open.

Lucy x