Nursery leaders and managers must ensure practitioners take part in professional development specific to babies and toddlers, according to Ofsted.
Storal Learning acquires Nappies and Paddies
Storal Learning have announced that Nappies and Paddies have joined the group.
The nursery is located inside a converted barn in Warley, Brentwood.
The nursery offers children a comforting yet stimulating environment with ample opportunity to develop and grow. Surrounded by 56 acres of fields, overlooking a farm, and with several outside spaces including a sensory garden the nursery is home to plenty of opportunities to explore the outdoor world and . experience the joy of nature.

Sarah Mackenzie, chief executive of Storal Learning commented on the acqusition:
“We’re delighted to be welcoming Nappies & Paddies to Storal. The nursery is a unique environment set within beautiful fields and farmland and is a fantastic addition to our expanding community of nurseries. With our first new build nursery opening around the corner in Romford in September and several other exciting developments across Storal, there are huge opportunities for the teams to share passions, create together, and grow as individuals.”
As of now, Storal Learning comprises of 25 nurseries and two out of school clubs. Furthermore, the group aims to open two new nurseries in the Autumn that are currently under construction.
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