Bookworms Daycare
About Us

A nursery built on warmth, trust and tiny, wow moments.

Bookworms Daycare opened with one belief: every child deserves a space that feels like a second home — safe, loved and gently challenged.

Ruba

Our story

At Bookworms Daycare, our aim is simple; for every child to feel safe, happy, confident, and cared for from the moment they walk through our doors.

We understand how important these early years are, not only for children, but for parents too. As a family-led nursery, we are committed to creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, explore, and thrive whilst giving parents complete peace of mind that their child is in safe and caring hands.

We believe children learn best through play, creativity, exploration, and meaningful relationships. Every day at Bookworms is designed to support children’s confidence, independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing through a balance of structured learning and fun, hands-on experiences.

From messy play and outdoor activities to stories, sensory experiences, creative learning, and social development, we provide children with opportunities to discover the world around them in a safe and engaging environment.

Our experienced team works closely with families to support each child’s individual development, helping them build the skills, confidence, and curiosity they need for their next steps into school and beyond.

Our Mission

To provide a safe, nurturing and educational environment where every child can flourish.

Our Values

What guides us every day.

Safety first

Rigorous safeguarding, secure premises and strict ratios.

Respect & kindness

Every child is heard, valued and celebrated for who they are.

Learning through play

Curiosity-led activities that grow confident, capable little learners.

Our Team

Meet the people caring for your child.

All staff are DBS-checked, paediatric first-aid trained and hold relevant early years qualifications.

Portrait of Ruba, Director at Bookworms Daycare

Ruba

Director

Ruba is a practising GP with over 10 years of experience supporting the health and wellbeing of children and families, and most importantly, a mother to two young girls.
Favourite book: Giraffe can't dance

Portrait of Kylie, Nursery Manager at Bookworms Daycare

Kylie

Nursery Manager

Level 5 - Kylie joined us in March 2013 and has over 20 years experience in working with children. She is Bookworms, Mental Health First aider, Fire Officer, Health & Safety Officer and Safeguarding Officer.
Favourite Children's book : Smartest Giant in Town

Portrait of Chloe W , Deputy Manager at Bookworms Daycare

Chloe W

Deputy Manager

Level 3 - Chloe joined us in February 2014 and has worked really hard to work herself up to Little Caterpillar's room leader and Deputy Manager. Chloe has the role of our communication lead and supports all age groups.
Favourite Children's book : The tiger who came to Tea

Portrait of Caron, Deputy Manager at Bookworms Daycare

Caron

Deputy Manager

Level 3 - Caron joined us in February 2013 and has over 12 years experience of working with children, she is also our behaviour management coordinator.
Favourite Children's book : Ten little Pirates

Portrait of Lisa, Nursery cook at Bookworms Daycare

Lisa

Nursery cook

Lisa has 23 years experience providing nutritious foods for early years settings.
Favourite Children's book : Cinderella

The rest of our team

Little Catterpillars room (0-2 years)

  • Chloe W Level 3 - Room leader/Deputy
  • Helen Level 3 - Helen started working for us in 2021 and has 20+ years experience in early years.
  • Stacey Level 3 - Stacey started with us in 2024 Favourite Book: we are going on a bear hunt
  • Alexia Level 3 - Alexia is close to completing her level 3 apprenticeship through us Favourite Book: The colour monster
  • Colleen Level 3 - Colleen has 15 years experience working in early years Favourite Book: The very hungry caterpillar

Little Bears room (2-3 years)

  • Madi Level 3 - Room leader Favourite Book: Kitchen disco
  • Lisa D Level 3 - started at Bookworms in 2022 and has completed her level 3 early years qualification since starting Favourite Book: squash and a squeeze
  • Manda Level 3 - Manda started with us in 2021 Favourite Book: super potato
  • Maisie A Level 3 - Masise joined in in 2017 and has 8 years experience working in early years Favourite Book: night monkey day monkey

Gruffalo's room (3-5 years)

  • Caron Level 3 - Room leader/Deputy
  • Cody Level 3 - Cody has 12 years experience in childcare Favourite Book: The graffalo
  • Maisie T Level 3 - Maisie has 15 years experience in childcare Favourite Book: The singing mermaid

Other staff include

  • Lisa P Nursery cook. Lisa has 23 years experience providing nutritious foods for early years settings
  • Dawn Level 3 Favourite Book: the elves and the shoemaker
  • Lyn Level 3 Favourite Book: thats not my mermaid
  • Keira Bank staff Favourite Book: dinosaurs united
  • Charlotte Bank staff
  • Oli Bank Staff Favourite Book: There a Dragon in your book

Ofsted rated Good

Independently inspected and rated Good across all areas — including quality of education, behaviour, personal development and leadership. Inspectors highlighted our "warm, attentive staff" and "rich learning environment".

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