Louby’s Playhouse

18/08/2026

Please take a look at this page. Our wonderful Willow is sharing her expertise in children’s books to help you find the perfect book or present for your little one. Willow has always had a love of books which we are lucky that she shares with our little ones daily. She will be able to find the perfect books to educate and engage your child so they form a lifelong love of reading themselves.

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Hello, im Willow and welcome to my usborne bookshelf.
I’m a mum & early years educator.
I love sharing magical stories, adventures & a love for reading.
Any questions or orders please feel free to get in touch

23/06/2026

Just a reminder for the children due to start school in September , everyone welcome. Just book using the email in the poster.

11/06/2026

If your child is starting school this September, there are two exciting events organised by the community hub early years team.

You and your child are invited to two really exciting events being held at Holyrood Academy. Both of these events are for children starting primary school in September, so please do join us if you can. Both sessions are completely free!

School Starter Sports Day
Tuesday 30 June 10am to 11am (arrival from 9.30am)
We are delighted to invite you to a free Sports Day at Holyrood Academy for all children due to start Reception Class in September 2026. Join us for a fun filled morning led by Miss Kelly and the Holyrood PE team, featuring activities such as running, jumping, throwing, and celebrating everyone's efforts!
Please note, due to limited space, each child may be accompanied by one parent or carer only. To book your space please email [email protected]

Miss Kelly will meet you all at the turning circle gate, at the bottom of Zembard Lane.

Bookfest
Thursday 16 July 3.30pm
This is the third year of running our annual Bookfest event. All families with children starting school in September are invited to join us for an afternoon of reading at Holyrood Academy.
Mrs Wilsher and the Holyrood Academy Literacy Ambassadors will be there, leading an afternoon of storytelling, of all their favourite childhood stories.
No need to book, just arrive on the day!

Every child that attends will get a free book all about starting school!

31/05/2026

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19/05/2026

Loubys playhouse is excited to be able to offer a full time position for a qualified ( to level 3 ) and experienced ( minimum 2 years in early years ) nursery nurse. Hours are negotiable and part time considered. Please contact me via Mesenger if interested. 

15/04/2026

You can use this portal to apply for a school place at a primary, infant, junior, middle or secondary school in September 2024. Please do not use this portal if you are applying for an in-year admission, contact the school directly. If you do not live in Somerset, you must submit your application to...

02/04/2026

Just a few from the spring term. Always busy and happy learning new skills.

06/03/2026

Useful information for parents

Location
Manor Farm
Chard
Somerset

Opening times

Monday to Thursday 7.30 to 5.30
Friday 7.30 to 3.00

Capacity
We have space for 6 children per day

Funding

We accept local authority funding 15/30 hours with a relevant code from 9mths. Please ask for details or have a look at the childcare choices website.
Funding must be taken over two days with a minimum of 8 hours per day( start times each day are 7.30 am , 7.45 am or 8.00 am except Friday which is 7.30 only ) We have a stretched funding offer over 46 weeks in the year.
Term time only care is currently not available.
We ask for a voluntary contribution towards the cost of care of £1.50 per day which pays for resources such as wet wipes / sudocream/sun cream etc which Is not allowed for with the funding allowance.

Food
We ask parents to provide a healthy lunchbox which contains lunch and an afternoon snack.
We are happy to provide a healthy balanced breakfast for the cost of £1 per day.

29/01/2026

A petition from an MP to support childminders. Please read and sign. 🙏

Retain the 10% wear and tear allowance for childminders, or introduce an equivalent alternative that reflects the additional household costs of providing regulated childcare from home and helps ensure childminding remains financially sustainable.