As one of the most established providers of nurseries and childcare in Milton Keynes, Acorn Early Years Foundation has over 25 years of experience operating nurseries, out-of-school clubs, and Forest Schools. We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning the children's needs come first. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch; our nurseries reflect this, offering individuality with a family-friendly feel, combined with professionalism and quality facilities. To provide the flexibility of a homely setting, we restrict the size of our nurseries. Acorn places a strong emphasis on the professional development of our early years practitioners and encourages a learning culture throughout the organisation. Outdoor learning and creative play are key features in all of our provisions, and our not-for-profit ethos means that the needs of the children come first, all the time. We have 10 nurseries located across Milton Keynes. We accommodate babies to 5-year-olds. Our nurseries provide a homely setting with an emphasis on healthy food and outdoor play, and we work hard to ensure the children's well-being is at the heart of everything we do. - Castlethorpe - Cold Harbour - Jubilee Wood, Fishermead - Kents Hill - New Bradwell - Shenley Church End - Stony Stratford - Westcroft - Stony Stratford - Acorn at The YMCA We have designed our fees to be straightforward, easy to understand, and transparent. Our fees are inclusive of all baby food, milk, nappies, and wipes. Freshly prepared meals and snacks, Forest school sessions, and a variety of fun activities. Forest School After School Club Holiday Clubs Nursery After School Club: Acorn offers 3 out-of-school clubs in Milton Keynes: New Bradwell, Castlethorpe, and Fishermead. Prices vary for each club and full details can be found on Acorns' website: https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/Pages/Category/term-time-clubs. All clubs provide fun and engaging childcare for children before or after school, and all childcare vouchers. Holiday Clubs: Acorn's Holiday Clubs take place every school holiday and are held at various locations in Milton Keynes. Every week, we offer different and exciting themes, ensuring your child has plenty of variety, along with fun and engaging external trips. Our programme of activity changes daily, even throughout the long summer holidays, and we have a team of highly qualified and trained staff at each venue. New Bradwell Holiday Club: We offer fun, active childcare for children aged between 4 and 11 years old during the school holidays from the grounds of New Bradwell School. It is an excellent way for children of all ages to come together and have some fun in a safe and secure setting. Acorn Forest School Holiday Club: Acorn Forest School Holiday Club is for children aged 4-13 and is based in Salcey Forest (Northants) and Shenley Wood (Milton Keynes). The club runs in every holiday except Christmas, usually for 3-4 days a week, and is delivered by our team of experienced forest school leaders. Activities Include: - Building and Lighting Fires - Cooking on a Campfire - Tree Climbing - Den and Tree House Building - Natural Crafts - Mini-Beast Hunting and Nature Tracking - Tool Use - Rope Swings and Rope Bridges - Scavenger Hunts For more information, please visit https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/forest-school-holiday-club or email forestschool@acornearlyyears.org.uk Acorn Early Years Foundation is always recruiting qualified and unqualified practitioners with a passion for childcare. For more details, please contact hr@acornearlyyears.org.uk