£200K funding sees childcare firm complete trio of nurseries

L&G Childcare, which already has two established nurseries in the North West, has acquired a third following £200K of funding from Santander Business Banking.

It has bought Bungalow Day Nursery in Denton, Greater Manchester – accommodating 50 children – as part of a plan to capitalise on strong demand for high-quality childcare in that area and across Cheshire.

The family-owned business has operated nurseries for more than 12 years.

Currently run by Gary and Lisa Kirkwood and their daughter Natasha, the business employs more than 30 members of staff and looks after upwards of 120 children.

They acquired Heathfield House Day Nursery in 2006 and Little Weavers Day Nursery in 2012, in Warrington and Northwich respectively.

They say they are committed to promoting healthy eating, outdoor activities, quality education and family values.

They have already completely refurbished the setting with major redecoration inside and installation of a beautiful artificial turfed outside area which has become a real feature for the children.

Owner Gary Kirkwood said: “Opening our third nursery is a great milestone for us and we are pleased to be in a position to respond to the demand for high quality childcare in this part of Manchester. The support from Santander has been exceptional and really helped us expand and invest for growth.”

Luke Rowbotham, relationship director at Santander Business Banking, said: “L&G Childcare is a family run business that really knows the local market.

“The growth and success of the business is a testament to the hard work of the Kirkwood family, and we are really looking forward to seeing the success of the third nursery and helping the business seize additional opportunities when they appear.”