Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool

You'll find our bright and welcoming Dartford nursery is the perfect setting for your little one to start their journey and create an easy transition from home to nursery life. Families love our Sensory Room, our all-weather outdoor classroom and our chickens!

If you are visiting our nursery please use postcode: DA1 1LY for your SatNav.

Catering for children from 3 months to 5 years, younger children will feel secure and at ease in our dedicated baby room, and our cots ensure they can enjoy the same sleep routine as they have at home.

A Wealth of Resources

For preschoolers, we know how important it is to prepare them for that next big step - so our focus is on preparing them and ensuring a confident and smooth transition. Our Early Years team provide a wide range of educational resources to help their development and get them school ready.

A 'Bright Beginning' for Every Child

Designed by our Early Years specialists, your pre-schooler will get the best start to their schooling life through our enriching and wellbeing focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum.

Building on the foundations of the government's EYFS curriculum, it combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's development and progress – whether that's moving rooms or preparing them for school.

Delicious Meals Prepared Onsite

Your little one will love tucking into a wide variety of nutritionally-balanced meals - all prepared fresh by our own on-site chef. And they'll learn about healthy food choices, growing food, and early nutrition with our fun and engaging Creative Cooks activities.

Make Amazing Discoveries in the Natural Environment

Children's educational play using the environment is encouraged in our all-weather outdoor classroom. The nursery also has an all-weather outside art room, giving children lots of opportunities to discover imaginative and creative play.

The free flow access from classrooms into the garden and outside play areas also encourages children to interact with our top draw - our chickens - which they adore learning about and feeding.

All-Inclusive Care

All your child's meals, snacks, nappies, wipes, sun cream, and formula are included.

Accessible & Convenient Location

Handily situated for commuting parents, our Dartford day nursery and preschool is located close to the train station and has an onsite car park. Brooklands Lake and Dartford Central Park are also nearby.

Your Personal Tour

The long-standing team here at Dartford can't wait to meet you and your family. Book your personal tour today and we'll be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.