Nursery in Ainsdale

Kids Planet Ainsdale

Kids Planet Ainsdale is a warm, welcoming nursery with a true family feel, having been part of the local community for over 20 years. Set in a spacious detached property filled with natural light, our nursery provides a cosy, home-from-home environment where children feel secure, supported, and inspired to learn.

Situated close to Ainsdale beach, with easy links to Formby and surrounding areas, we make the most of our local environment to bring learning to life beyond the classroom. As an accredited Udeskole and Inspire setting, we believe in the power of outdoor, nature-based learning to spark curiosity and build lifelong skills.

Our experienced, long-standing team supports every child’s development through a blend of child-led play, rich learning experiences, and meaningful community connections. From beach days and forest adventures to local visits and fundraising, children at Ainsdale grow in confidence, empathy, and independence, ready for their next steps in life.

Nicola Critchley

Manager

I am a passionate, early years professional with over 25 years experience in childhood education.
I have worked at Kids Planet Ainsdale for over 20 years starting as practitioner, room leader then Third in charge before becoming Manager in April 2025.