Welcome to Chuckles

Nurseries & Preschools

Chuckles Nurseries Limited opened their first nursery in Truro in 1995; we now operate from settings at Perranwell Station and Baldhu. We provide a family centred approach to childcare. We offer full or part time care for children aged 3 months to 5 years and free early years education for children aged 2 to 5 years, subject to eligibility.

All children enjoy learning experiences under the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2012 framework to enable them to reach their full potential. We are also a flexible provider. Our nurseries are conveniently located on the outskirts of Truro whilst still on the main commuter links into Truro and Falmouth. We are well situated to serve the Royal Cornwall Hospital, County Hall and Falmouth University (University of Exeter, Penryn Campus).

Contact Us

We operate from settings at Baldhu & Perranwell Station

Open Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays, for 51 weeks per annum,
from 8am to 6pm.

Baldhu Pre-School & Nursery
Perranwell Pre-School & Nursery

  • 1995

    First Started in Truro

  • 2001

    Opened in Parranwell

  • 2005

    Opened in Baldhu

  • 2005

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Baldhu

Ofsted Good

Chuckles Day Nursery and Pre-school at Trescol Vean, Baldhu is situated in a converted school. It is set in the heart of the countryside, overlooking the Carnon Valley, but only 5 minutes away from RCH, Truro College and Truro City. Chuckles at Baldhu is also very well situated for parents travelling between Camborne/Redruth and Falmouth/Penryn. The nursery opened in October 2005 and is registered for 45 children. The children enjoy being able to see which animals are grazing in the fields around us. We have an extremely large outdoor area which we make use of every day. We also have a very large ‘off road’ parking area. Chuckles at Baldhu is run by an enthusiastic group of nursery nurses, led by a team of very senior experienced staff, one of whom has her Early Years Professional (EYP) Status.

Perranwell Station

Ofsted Good

Chuckles Nursery and Pre-school at Station Road, Perranwell Station is situated in a converted Methodist Chapel in the centre of the village. The nursery opened in August 2001 and is registered for 50 children. The nursery provides care for children from a wide catchment area including Stithians, Falmouth, Ponsanooth and Mylor as well as the village itself. Being situated close to the A39 (Truro to Falmouth road) we are just 2 minutes away from the Perranarworthal junction. This means that we are conveniently situated for the Penryn Campus of Falmouth University. You will find a friendly, experienced team of staff that includes a qualified teacher to care and nurture your child. We also offer a breakfast and after school club during term time for 4 -11 year olds, from 8-8.50am and 3 - 5.45pm hrs. We operate a walking bus to and from Perranarworthal CP School to our setting. We recognise that school age children have already had a very structured day, so we offer activities that allow them to choose what they want to do and if they want to relax then that is alright too! Activities include art and craft, Lego, books, PS2, Wii, table-top football and traditional board games.

Why Choose Us

We provide a safe, happy, nurturing environment, which benefits all children.

Questions and Answers

What are your opening hours?

Open Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays, for 51 weeks per annum,
from 8am to 6pm.

We are well equipped

Baldhu & Perrenwell Station Nurseries & Pre-School are well equipped for all your children’s needs.

What kind of food do you serve?

Our meals and snacks are planned using the Healthy Under 5’s principles and are freshly cooked each day by our experienced chef. We cater for special diets should your child need them e.g.: Dairy free, gluten free and vegetarian. Our chef has attended training on children’s nutrition and is always happy to talk to parents about our menu and recipes. Here is a sample of our menu.

What kind of environment do you offer?

We provide a Safe & Secure Environment for full or part time care for children.

What age range do you cater for?

We offer full or part time care for children aged 3 months to 5 years and free early years education for children aged 2 to 5 years, subject to eligibility.

What framework for learning do you use?

All children enjoy learning experiences under the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2012 framework to enable them to reach their full potential.

What kind of activities will our child discover?

Activities are planned around the seven educational learning outcomes described in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2012 which are:-

  • Personal, Social and Emotional Development
  • Communication and Language
  • Physical Development
  • Mathematics
  • Literacy
  • Understanding the World
  • Expressive Arts and Design

    Your child will be continually observed and assessed using the EYFS framework.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible provider

We pride ourselves on being a flexible provider

Do you offer Free taster sessions?

Yes we offer Free introductory sessions to settle you and your child into your chosen nursery.

Do you accept Childcare Vouchers?

Childcare vouchers are accepted for those already in registered schemes.

Do you accept Tax Free Childcare?

Tax Free Childcare are accepted here at Chuckles Nurseries.

Our Food

Our Team

Our staff members range from 17yrs to 64yrs of age
ensuring the children benefit from a combination of life experience plus intellectual skill.

Our nurseries are run by suitably qualified and experienced staff that have been with our company for many years. Our staff members range from 17yrs to 64yrs of age ensuring the children benefit from a combination of life experience plus intellectual skill.

All of our staff hold, or are working towards, recognised early years qualifications from Early Years Professional and QTS to Level 2, and we actively encourage our staff to undertake further training as part of their ongoing personal development. All staff hold current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks as well as paediatric first aid and food hygiene certificates.

Ideally situated for commuters travelling to and from Truro and outlying areas.

Exploring the new world since

2001

PERRANWELL STATION

2005

BALDHU