For the second consecutive year, Little Explorers, which is based at the beautiful Broomfield Hall campus, has been named a finalist for Nursery of the Year, recognising the outstanding care, learning and support it provides to children and families across the local community.
The nursery, which holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, is also proud to announce that Kate Cox, Nursery Operations Manager at Little Explorers, has been shortlisted for Nursery Manager of the Year.
The nomination highlights Kate’s exceptional leadership, commitment, and dedication to both children and staff within the setting.
Kate Cox commented:
“I’m so proud that Little Explorers has been shortlisted for Nursery of the Year for a second year running, it’s a wonderful reflection of the care, creativity and hard work our whole team puts in every day.
“To also be nominated for Nursery Manager of the Year alongside such fantastic professionals is incredibly humbling.
“I feel very lucky to be part of such a passionate and dedicated team, with the support of Derby College Group behind us.”
The full shortlist is available now on the Nursery World website.
The winners will be announced at the official Nursery World Awards ceremony on Saturday, 27th September 2025 at The Brewery, London.
