Welcome to The DEN, a place for big hearts, open minds and great adventures

We provide safe, fun and inspiring nurseries with exceptionally high standards – where every child is nurtured to flourish, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Natural spaces. Nourishing food. Joy-filled learning.

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Multi award-winning nurseries

Urban and Rural Forest schools

Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths

Qualified Teachers

Intergenerational Programme

Award-winning nutritional menus

Eco School Flag Awards

Pets

Wonder begins at our Nurseries in the Midlands

Here at The DEN, we’ve spent decades building an approach that allows the children and staff in all our nurseries to thrive.

With our industry leading investment in staff development, a completely bespoke learning curriculum and a commitment to physical and mental health, our nurseries are full of smiles, laughter, learning and play.

You can have confidence in the high quality early years education our nurseries provide.

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Our Nurseries

What do our parents say?

Safe spaces, expert care, and wonder-filled learning… read how we grow together

Brooke

Our little one has been at Beeches Park Day Nursery since he was 15 months old. Beeches Park have contributed massively to his development & ultimately, the little boy that he is today. He’s polite, has learned how to tidy up after himself, shares & eats his meals with cutlery.

People often comment on how well he can talk and communicate in a confident manner. We owe a lot of thanks to the amazing people at Beeches Park for encouraging & enhancing these key stages in his development.

The staff are genuinely kind and caring. He loves to tell me all about his day when I pick him up & he happily & excitedly walks into nursery which is a huge relief as a parent, knowing that your child is somewhere that he feels safe & loved.

SM Parent

I can’t recommend The Old Vicarage Nursery enough!
The staff here are absolutely wonderful—so caring, attentive, and always providing excellent updates on my child’s progress. They truly go above and beyond to make sure every child feels valued and supported. I love how they organize creative and fun messy play activities every day, allowing the children to explore and have fun in the best ways possible.

The meals are also top-notch—high-quality, delicious, and nutritious, and I had the chance to sample them during one of their open days. It was so reassuring to know that my daughter is getting healthy and tasty meals!
Most importantly, my daughter has so much fun here, and I can see her learning and growing every day. The Old Vicarage is a fantastic place for any child to thrive!

February 2025

Natalie TOV

March 2025

Parent HTC

I just wanted to make you guys aware of what a total star Elena was yesterday! I collected B from Bear Cubs mid morning after her being off for nearly a week with illness and I was a bit of an emotional mess! I felt so guilty for trying to send her back too soon and also work/life had got on top of us a little whilst we’d been juggling her being off sick!
Anyway Elena was so so kind and empathetic, she gave me a hug and said some really kind words. It makes me so happy B is growing up around such kind and compassionate ladies and so I just wanted to make sure management were aware of her lovely actions yesterday and how much we appreciate her (and the rest of the team of course!)

July 2025

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Funded Childcare

For two, three and four year old children

All nurseries within the DEN group offer government funded hours for nine months to five year olds. This means that you can get a substantial contribution towards the cost of childcare, making it more affordable.

We’ve done a lot of work to simplify the complicated funding system, and because it’s quite dependent on your specific family circumstances, we’ve produced a variety of helpful resources and fee guides to help you understand how much funding you may be entitled to.

Learn more about our funded childcare

Industry award-winning, healthy, nutritious food

The very best nutritional start in life

Our industry leading approach to early years nutrition means that we provide your little ones with a menu that celebrates the power of healthy and delicious food, prepared in house and designed by our award winning catering manager.

The link between physical and mental health is undeniable, so we believe in fuelling our children with well-balanced, healthy meals throughout the day, from breakfast through to lunch and a yummy light tea. Our rolling 16-day menu gives them the opportunity to explore new flavours and a wide variety of dishes, whilst paying close attention to any unique needs or allergies.

Learn about our approach to food

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What’s happening in the DEN?

Stay up to date with the latest news from The DEN Nursery group – plus helpful guides, and expert tips, to support you and your child through the exciting early years.

Recipes

Pancake Day is almost here: Try our healthier take on a classic favourite

January 29th 2026

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Barwell

Winter car seat safety: Why puffy coats put children at risk (and what to do instead)

December 16th 2025

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Barwell

Why the first 1001 days matter?

The first 1001 days of a child’s life represent a critical window for development. During this period, a baby’s brain forms over one million neural connections every second, laying the foundation for all future learning, behaviour and health. Introducing! Your baby & you: Developing brain, bond and baby Your Baby & You: Developing brain, bond […]

October 3rd 2025

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Award winning nurseries

We’re incredibly proud of our unique approach to early years childcare – and even prouder that it’s continually recognised and celebrated every year in a variety of national and industry awards.

Awards. Accreditations. And a way of caring that families love — that’s The DEN way.

Our Awards and Accreditations