An Ofsted Outstanding pre-school for Leyland families
The Hub at Buckshaw is an Ofsted registered, Outstanding rated pre-school sitting between Leyland and Chorley, caring for children from 3 months to 5 years. Open 7:30am to 6:00pm in Buckshaw Village, just off the M6 with free parking.
The Hub at Buckshaw is an Ofsted registered, Outstanding rated pre-school between Leyland and Chorley, caring for children from 3 months to 5 years. Two dedicated rooms, an on site swimming academy and a purpose-built, secure setting give Leyland parents a safe and nurturing choice, open 7:30am to 6:00pm.
Why Leyland families choose The Hub
Ofsted Outstanding
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted and awarded Lancashire County Council's Step into Quality Award.
3 months to 5 years
An Ofsted registered pre-school caring for children from 3 months to 5 years across two dedicated rooms.
Open 7:30am to 6:00pm
Flexible part-time and full-time sessions to suit working families across Leyland and Chorley.
Minutes from Leyland
Set in Buckshaw Village between Leyland and Chorley, just off the M6 with ample free parking.
A short drive from Leyland to Buckshaw Village
Families across Leyland want a pre-school that feels safe, warm and genuinely well run. The Hub at Buckshaw sits just off the M6 in Buckshaw Village, between Leyland and Chorley, with ample free parking that makes the morning drop off simple. Our principal aim is to provide a safe and secure environment where children develop social skills and gain the early education they need in preparation for school.
Every child is cared for by staff who know them well, and all of our carers hold qualifications in child care, welfare and health and safety. Children learn and play in a purpose-built setting designed around their needs, working within the Early Years Framework.
Take a closer look at our nursery, read about Buckshaw nursery or explore our facilities before you visit.
Two pre-school rooms for children from 3 months to 5 years
Children move through two main rooms as they grow, each suited to their age and stage of development. This gives every child the right level of attention, from toddlers finding their feet to pre-schoolers getting ready for primary school.
Lower Buckshaw
From 2 yearsToddlers build confidence and independence through guided play, following the Early Years Framework with a familiar key worker who knows them well.
One staff member to every four children
Upper Buckshaw
From around 3 yearsPre-schoolers are introduced to letters, sounds and numbers, gaining the early education and social skills they need to start school with confidence.
Preparing for primary school
A purpose-built pre-school with an on site swimming academy
The Hub is a purpose-built setting designed from the ground up for young children. Alongside bright, well equipped rooms, families benefit from an on site swimming academy, so learning to swim is part of everyday life at the pre-school rather than an extra trip across Leyland.
- Two dedicated pre-school rooms for children from 3 months to 5 years
- On site swimming academy for early water confidence
- Purpose-built, private and secure setting with ample free parking
- Keyfob entry and CCTV throughout for a safe environment
Discover more about swimming at Splash, or read about the wider setting on our facilities page.
Outstanding by Ofsted, trusted by parents
Our pre-school is Ofsted registered and rated Outstanding, and has been awarded Lancashire County Council's Step into Quality Award in recognition of the care and learning we provide. Every member of staff holds qualifications in child care, welfare and health and safety, so your child is always in capable and caring hands.
The building uses the latest safety and security systems, including keyfob entry and CCTV, keeping the setting secure throughout the day. It is one of the reasons Leyland and Chorley families choose The Hub with confidence.
Getting ready for primary school
In Upper Buckshaw, our pre-schoolers work within the Early Years Framework, which provides the education children need before starting school. They are gently introduced to letters, sounds and numbers, learning through structured play so they build the confidence, independence and early skills that give them a strong start in reception.
Progress is supported by a key worker who knows each child well. Learn more about the EYFS framework, or explore our preschool in Chorley and Buckshaw nursery in Chorley pages.
Opening hours and sessions
The pre-school is open from 7:30am to 6:00pm, with both part-time and full-time sessions available. Whatever your working pattern across Leyland, Chorley or Euxton, we can help you find a routine that works for your family. Call us on 01772 456108 to talk through availability.
A pre-school for Leyland and the surrounding area
The Hub is easy to reach from across the area. Families choose our Buckshaw Village pre-school from Leyland and the wider Chorley community, as well as nearby towns and villages.
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