Where Little Adventurers Begin to Bloom

Where little minds grow through curiosity

A Warm Welcome to Adventurers

At Adventurers Nursery, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, imagination and the freedom to explore. Inspired by The Curiosity Approach®, our Exeter nursery offers a calm, homely environment where children are encouraged to follow their interests, ask questions, and learn at their own pace. From a baby's first discoveries to confident, school-ready learners, we support every child's unique journey with warmth, care, and respect. We are a nurturing nursery in Exeter for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Comment from Nursery Manager

At Adventurers Day Nursery, we are passionate about giving children the very best start in life. By combining nurturing care with engaging learning experiences, we embrace a spirit of adventure that encourages children to be curious and discover at their own pace. We focus on holistic development to ensure a fun, enriching experience for every child.

 Let your child's adventure start here!

Kimberley Lester

Nursery Manager

Learning & Care

At Adventurers Nursery in Exeter, we follow the principles of The Curiosity Approach®. Our curiosity approach nursery provides a safe, nurturing and enabling environment where children learn through play, exploration and positive relationships. We follow children's interests and support their individual learning styles through carefully planned, open-ended experiences using real and natural materials.

A Typical Day

At Adventurers Nursery, every day unfolds naturally. We are guided by children's curiosity, enriched by thoughtful spaces, and gently anchored by familiar moments that help them feel safe, confident and inspired to explore.

Age Ranges & Rooms

At Adventurers Nursery, our thoughtfully designed spaces reflect each stage of early development, gently evolving with every child and offering inspiring environments where curiosity leads the way.

Our Learning Approach

At Adventurers Nursery, our learning approach is rooted in respect for childhood. We aim to create calm, inspiring environments where curiosity is nurtured, independence is encouraged, and learning unfolds naturally through play and exploration.

Fees & Funding

We understand that childcare needs to work for your family as well as your finances. From government-funded hours for eligible children from 9 months old to flexible wraparound care and full-day sessions, we offer clear pricing and a stretched funding model to support year-round childcare. Visit our Fees & Funding page to explore session options, consumable charges, and everything you need to know about making the most of your funded hours.

Meet The Team

The rooms at Adventurers are all led by experienced staff and meets ratio requirements stated by Ofsted. We also employ a nursery cook who provides balanced and nutritious daily meals all cooked from fresh produce. We support our staff in their training and development to enable them to provide quality education and care at Adventurers Nursery.

Kimberley Lester

Adventurers Nursery Manager

Sam Mulcahy

Deputy Manager & Department Leader

Karima Chaqchaq

Department Leader

Get In Touch

 The best way to get a feel for Adventurers is to walk through the door. We offer relaxed, informal tours for prospective families. There is no pressure, just a cup of tea and the opportunity to explore our nursery on Sylvan Road, Exeter. If you would like to get in touch with us please call 01392 691662 or fill in our contact form.