Silverstone Park’s new nursery – operated by Doves Day Nursery – has opened its doors, bringing much-needed, high-quality childcare to the campus with space for up to 90 children.
Early demand has been strong, with families based at the Park and across the local area securing places soon after enquiries opened.
The nursery further strengthens Silverstone Park’s growing amenity offer, supporting a thriving and increasingly people-focused business community.
“We’ve been inundated with enquiries,” says Doves owner and founder Leanne French.
“Everyone who has come to view has booked a place, from parents working at Silverstone Park to families from the local area.”
Doves, part of the Jaspers Hope Academy, also operates two nurseries in Northampton – both rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED. The Silverstone Park nursery is its largest setting to date.
The building has been fully refurbished by the Park and furnished to a high standard, creating what Leanne describes as “a real home-from-home environment”.
“It’s Silverstone Park – it’s iconic and a pretty special place to have a nursery,” she adds.
“I’m really proud of how beautifully the building has come together, and of the calm, welcoming space created for children and families.”
Leanne founded Doves 20 years ago after feeling that local childcare standards could be improved. That belief continues to shape the nursery’s ethos today.
“Nurture is at the heart of our curriculum. We’re not just a business – we genuinely care.
“We take our time, do things properly and create an environment that builds respect and confidence, so children grow into happy, confident learners.”
Even mealtimes reflect this thoughtful approach.
“We serve high-quality meals and have rolling mealtimes with six children at a time so it feels like a family meal.”
All Doves staff are highly qualified and deeply committed professionals, including degree-trained practitioners, Early Years Professional Status holders and Level 5 early childhood specialists. Every team member is DBS-checked and fully trained in paediatric first aid and food hygiene.
With childcare demand rising locally, the new nursery arrives at an important time – combining a brand-new setting with two decades of experience and a well-established reputation.
Sebastian Hayes, Asset Management Director at Silverstone Park, comments:
“The opening of the nursery marks a major milestone in Silverstone Park’s continued evolution as a thriving, people‑focused campus.
“This has been a significant investment for us, involving extensive refurbishment, careful planning and close collaboration to ensure the building provides a high‑quality, welcoming environment for children, families and staff.
“As our business community grows, so too does our commitment to creating amenities that genuinely support everyday life on site. The nursery is a prime example of the work that goes on behind the scenes to enhance the campus experience, and further improvements are already underway, with plans progressing for a new gym and café in the coming months.
“Together, these additions reflect the considerable effort being made to create a more connected and convenient setting for those who work here and for the wider community – reinforcing Silverstone Park’s ambition to be a place where businesses and people can truly thrive.”
For further information, to arrange a visit or to check availability, please email office@doves-silverstone.co.uk or visit Doves Nurseries – The little nurseries with big hearts.
