Kindred Hykeham Nursery and Pre-School is a spacious setting with a warm home-from-home feel. Our babies benefit from their own dedicated building that has been thoughtfully designed to create a calm and nurturing environment tailored to their developmental needs.
Outdoors, our large garden is full of exciting opportunities for adventure, featuring climbing equipment, bikes, a planting area and even trees which our children enjoy harvesting fruit from. A large canopy stretches across the garden, allowing safe outdoor play in all weather conditions.
Our older children enjoy free-flow access to the garden throughout the day giving them the freedom to choose where they want to learn and play. Our babies benefit from their own private garden where they can explore at their own pace.
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We offer fees that are simple, transparent, and all-inclusive. We proudly accept all childcare funding schemes. Any extra hours of care beyond your funded hours are simply charged at our standard fee rate.
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 3 days £243 |
4 days £563 |
5 days £883 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 5 days £95 |
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Consumables charge per month
Under 3 years old: Food £30.00, Non-Food £10.00, Activities £10.00
Over 3 years old: Food £65.00, Non-Food £8.00, Activities £35.00
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £281 |
3 days £601 |
4 days £921 |
5 days £1,241 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 3 days £137 |
4 days £319 |
5 days £501 |
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Consumables charge per month
Over 3 years old: Food £32.50, Non-Food £4.00, Activities £17.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £320 |
2 days £640 |
3 days £960 |
4 days £1,280 |
5 days £1,600 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £182 |
2 days £364 |
3 days £546 |
4 days £728 |
5 days £910 |
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We are located off Whisby Roundabout A46 in Hykeham, Lincoln
Lisa McKeown
Senior Manager
A little about me...
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous teams! Pure and simple.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training program run by childcare and EYFS experts.
It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! It’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred the incredible, loving place that it is.
Our doors open from 07:30, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chef and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
We come together for circle time before beginning a morning filled with exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, children enjoy a range of enrichment activities, adult-led learning linked to focus topics and child-led play experiences. From loose parts exploration and sensory activities to creative arts, imaginative role play and cosy reading corners, there is truly something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play also forms an important part of the morning, allowing children to build confidence, develop physical skills and explore through active play. A healthy snack is available from 09:30 to keep everyone energised throughout their busy morning.
From 11:30, we enjoy lunch, freshly prepared by our on-site chef. Mealtimes provide a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures. Our seasonal menus offer plenty of choice and are carefully adapted to accommodate individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere using soft lighting, soothing music and cosy bedding to support rest and relaxation. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Whether exploring open-ended resources, engaging in imaginative play or enjoying active time outdoors, every afternoon offers opportunities for discovery and development.
To keep little ones fuelled and ready for all the awe and wonder their days hold, we offer a healthy mid-afternoon snack, including fresh fruit and vegetables alongside other nutritious options. From 16:00, our children enjoy a delicious evening meal before settling into a relaxed period of child-led play, giving them time to unwind and enjoy activities of their own choosing.
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 18:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
Our children enjoy free-flow access to the outdoor area, allowing them to choose whether to play and learn indoors or outdoors. We encourage outdoor play in all weather conditions and make the most of our outdoor spaces whenever possible.
We use the Satchel app to keep parents updated throughout the day, sharing information about their child's activities, meals, sleep and learning experiences. We also enjoy bringing families together through special events throughout the year, including our Nativity performances and summer graduation celebrations.
We have strong relationships with our local schools and having been part of the community for over 20 years schools know our team well. Within the nursery we focus on developing independence and school-readiness skills. Most local schools also offer transition visits before September, giving children the opportunity to meet their teacher and become familiar with their new environment.
Our nursery has the benefits of a large setting with the warmth and familiarity of a close-knit family environment. We are proud of our strong reputation within the local community and the long-lasting relationships we build with our families.
We begin the settling in process around 4 weeks before your child's start date. During the initial session you stay with your child and complete their All About Me booklet. We then schedule at least three additional settling-in sessions for your child to attend independently. These sessions gradually increase in length allowing your child to become familiar with their new environment at a comfortable pace. If your child requires additional support to feel comfortable, we are always happy to arrange extra sessions.
Hear what our families think on daynurseries.co.uk, the UK's most trusted nursery directory with ratings based on reviews from verified parents.
“Our daughter really enjoys going to the nursery, she smiles and waves at the nursery workers on arrival. The staff clearly work hard to form bonds with each child. The variety of activities is great within a consistent daily routine that helps her settle. The staff are always friendly and willing to chat regarding how she is getting on.”
“They do a range of activities throughout the days, updating what they have been doing... The food is amazing, the variety they get is fantastic and my son always eats it plus seconds, so he is never hungry. They get the opportunity to go outside as well as supporting getting them school ready.”
“My son has thrived since being at this nursery. The teachers are phenomenal and their attention to care is what every parent could wish for when taking their child to nursery. I don't think my son would be ready for pre-school if it wasn't for the staff.”
Rated Good by Ofsted