Welcome at Curious Learners Childcare – Swindon
Looking for a nursery in Swindon where your child is truly known and cared for?
At Curious Learners Childcare, we offer a warm, home-from-home environment where children aged 6 months to 4 years feel safe, confident, and excited to learn.
Open 7:45am – 6:00pm – ideal for working families
Convenient location near local schools and the community for easy drop-offs and pick-ups.
What makes us stand out:
• Individual approach – every child’s needs, interests, and development come first
• Consistent, caring staff – no agency workers, just familiar faces building strong bonds
• High-quality facilities – safe, engaging spaces designed for learning and exploration
• Freshly prepared meals – supporting healthy habits from the start
• Strong parent communication – you’ll always feel informed and involved
We’re not a large chain nursery — we’re a close, dedicated team focused on giving your child the best possible start.
❤️ A Nursery You Can Trust
With over 20 years of experience in childcare and education, our nursery is built on strong values of care, consistency, and genuine connection.
Children quickly feel safe and settled here, forming close relationships with familiar, caring adults who truly understand their needs.
We work closely with parents to ensure every child feels supported both at nursery and at home.
🌱 Why Parents Choose Curious Learners
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Small, nurturing environment where every child is truly known
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Experienced leadership with over two decades in childcare and education
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Strong focus on emotional wellbeing and confidence
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Home-from-home feel with structure and routine children can rely on
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Close partnerships with parents, with open and honest communication
💬 What Parents Say
🧡 Our Approach
Our Aim
At Curious Learners Childcare Ltd, we provide a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to explore the world around them.
We believe that strong, nurturing relationships are the foundation for confident, curious, and independent learners. Our aim is to support every child to reach their full potential by nurturing both their learning and personal development.
Through a broad, engaging, and play-based curriculum, we encourage children to develop their communication skills, curiosity, resilience, confidence, and independence. We celebrate each child's individual interests, strengths, achievements, and unique way of learning.
We are committed to nurturing kindness, compassion, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging. Every child should feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
By working in close partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals, we provide the care, encouragement, and individual support each child needs to make meaningful progress and take their next steps with confidence.
Our Ethos
At Curious Learners Childcare, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, heard, valued, and supported throughout their learning journey.
We create a nurturing and inclusive environment where secure relationships give children the confidence to explore, discover, develop, and thrive.
Our ethos is built on the following principles:
Every Child's Voice Matters
We listen carefully to children, value their thoughts and ideas, and encourage them to express themselves with confidence.
We Build Strong, Trusting Relationships
By getting to know every child as an individual, we create a secure environment where children feel safe, respected, and develop a genuine sense of belonging.
We Inspire Curiosity Through Play
We follow children's interests and provide meaningful, engaging experiences that encourage them to explore, question, investigate, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
We Encourage Independence and Resilience
We empower children to make choices, solve problems, and take on new challenges. We help children understand that mistakes are a natural and valuable part of learning and growth.
We Celebrate Every Child's Uniqueness
We recognise that every child is unique and that children learn and develop in different ways and at different rates. We adapt our support to meet individual needs so every child can flourish and make meaningful progress.
We Lead with Kindness and Respect
Our practitioners are caring role models who promote positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and respectful behaviour through consistent guidance, encouragement, and positive interactions.
We Value Partnership with Families
We work closely with parents, carers, and other professionals to build strong partnerships that support children's learning, wellbeing, and development both at nursery and at home.
Everything we do is guided by our commitment to helping children become happy, confident, curious, kind, and independent learners who are well prepared for the next stage of their education and life.
👶 A Day at Curious Learners
Every day is carefully planned to balance learning, play, and rest, helping children feel secure and engaged.
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Warm welcome and free play
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Group activities and creative learning
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Outdoor exploration and physical development
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Healthy meals and social time
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Quiet rest and calm moments
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Storytime, reflection, and a happy home time
We follow each child’s interests and stage of development, supporting them to learn naturally through play and exploration.
Curious Learners Childcare provides weekly planning for each upcoming week through the Famly app. This allows parents/guardians to stay informed about the exciting activities and learning experiences planned for their child.
Additionally, parents/guardians can see a recap of our activities in Curious Learners’ monthly newsletter. It allows them to stay connected with their child's educational journey at the Nursery/Preschool.
We are committed to keeping you involved and informed, and we look forward to sharing these updates with you through the Famly app.
👩🏫 Meet the Founder
Magdalena Wowkotrub
Nursery Owner
Magdalena brings over 20 years of experience in childcare and education. With a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Studies and a background in both nursery and primary education, she has built Curious Learners with a clear vision—to create the kind of nurturing, supportive environment every parent wants for their child.
Her hands-on approach ensures every child and family is known, valued, and supported.
💷 Our Fees
We understand that choosing childcare is not only an emotional decision, but a financial one too. That’s why we aim to keep our fees clear, simple, and transparent—so you can feel confident in planning what works best for your family.
You can view our weekly, daily, and session rates by clicking the button below, or we’re always happy to talk you through the options and answer any questions.
🎓 Funded Childcare
You may be eligible for government-funded childcare, which can significantly reduce your costs.
Depending on your circumstances and your child’s age, you could receive up to 570 or 1140 hours of funded childcare each year.
We’re here to help guide you through the process and make it as straightforward as possible—just get in touch if you’d like support checking your eligibility.
🤝 Here to Help
We know every family is different, and we’re always happy to discuss your individual needs and find the best option for you and your child.
👉 Get in touch to learn more or arrange a visit—we’d love to welcome you
📍 Come and See for Yourself
Choosing a nursery is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. We’d love to welcome you and show you what makes Curious Learners special.
👉 Book a visit today and experience our warm, welcoming environment
