The Nursery Business

Hosted by David Kyte & Ben Rolfe

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Aug 2025

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Running a nursery can be a lonely place at times. Neil & Dave will bring a little fun, motivation, ideas and tips for you to implement so that you can improve your business. Our strengths are the business and marketing - we get others to deliver the care side If you want to chat about your business and your challenges, email hello@yourchildcarebusiness.com https://yourchildcarebusiness.com/

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August 12, 2025Episode 443 min

64 - From Core Values to Community Impact: How Empowered Teams Build Thriving Nurseries

Send a textn this inspiring conversation, Mandy Richardson CEO of Naturally Learning nurseries in Cornwall shares how her nature-based, values-driven approach has created oversubscribed settings, loyal communities, and deeply empowered teams. Discover how core values shape every decision, why team wellbeing drives word-of-mouth growth, and how small details create big impact for children and families. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Cornish Early Childhood Conference a unique, affordable, and party-like event bringing the UK’s best early years expertise to Cornwall. Whether you’re a nursery owner, manager, or educator, this session is packed with actionable insights on leadership, culture, and building something truly worth believing in.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

August 8, 2025Episode 337 min

63 - Growing a Nursery Group with Group 12

Send a textFrom one setting to a thriving group with Group 12 behind the scenes, scaling your nursery business isn’t just possible, it’s inevitable. Discover the strategy, systems, and support that power real growth.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

August 5, 2025Episode 240 min

62 - Running the Ultimate Childcare Event

Send a textWant to host a nursery event that parents can’t stop talking about and that leads to real results?Join us for an inspiring and practical webinar where we’ll walk you through how to plan, promote, and deliver the ultimate nursery event. Whether it’s an Open Day, Summer Fair, Parent Showcase or Graduation Celebration, this session will show you how to turn your ideas into unforgettable experiences that build trust, boost visibility, and increase registrations.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

August 1, 2025Episode 134 min

61 - 2025 Childcare Mid Year Reflection

Send a textDiscover the truth behind the UK childcare sector in 2025. In this powerful session, Ben Rolfe (Founder of Childcare Marketing) and Nigel Rolfe (Former Owner of 11 successful day nurseries) share raw, honest insights into what’s really happening across the day nursery and childcare industry.➡️ What’s working in day nurseries right now➡️ What’s failing – and why it matters➡️ Urgent actions every childcare provider must takeWhether you run a single nursery or a growing group, this is your mid-year business reality check. From staff retention to funding pressures and marketing trends, this webinar is packed with essential updates for nursery owners and childcare professionals.#DayNursery #ChildcareBusiness #NurseryOwner #ChildcareMarketing #EarlyYears2025 #ChildcareCrisis #NurseryLeadership #UKChildcare #BenRolfe #NigelRolfeGet help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

February 22, 2024Episode 6037 min

60 - Are you spending too much on TAX?

Send a textIn this episode Dave is talking to Geoff Day about ... savings on your tax bill. If you want to talk directly to Geoff you can email him atGeoff.Day@sjpp.co.ukGet help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

January 22, 2024Episode 5938 min

59 - Sian Millar & Social Media

Send a textSian Millar exited the industry in 2019 with a great payout. Now she is back.She filled her nursery from zero in 6 weeks - furthermore, she has a waiting list of over 100 children.Listen to how the Queen of Marketing has used social media to recruit staff and children.You can contact Sian sian@polkadotfarm.co.ukGet help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

March 14, 2023Episode 4825 min

58 - Childcare in the Budget 2023

Send a textFor once Childcare will be centre stage in the 2023 Budget.What will the chancellor reveal? Neil and Dave pontificate on what's in the red box.Do you agree?Fingers crossed for a good day on the 15th MarchGet help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

March 2, 2023Episode 5722 min

57 - How much should you pay for your next nursery?

Send a textIn this episode, we highlight 5 things to consider before you make an offer to buy a nursery.It could just save you a lot of grief.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

February 13, 2023Episode 5626 min

56 - Nursery Rules 6-10 ...

Send a textWho you hang around with REALLY matters - as you will find out in Nursery Rule 10.Neil has allegedly turned over a new leaf and now only does stuff that is on the calendar - we are the sum of our daily habits, listen to rule 6.Happy Valentines Day people.Book your conference tickets as they are currently whizzing out the door.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk

February 7, 2023Episode 5213 min

55 - Multiple Nurseries went into liquidation last week - why?

Send a textAND ... We're back - Finally!Neil and Dave talk about HMRC and why some nursery owners are landing up in trouble.We also talk about the DNO conference this May.Get help with your marketing ...Https://www.childcaremarketing.co.uk