Breastfeeding is important for mums and babies, but it isn’t always easy, especially in the early days when feeding can take a bit of time and practice for both mum and baby. If you need support in those early days remember you can always ring the National Breastfeeding Helpline (0300 100 0212) or go along to Torbay Family Hubs Feed and Nurture groups, find out more here. Once you have both got the hang of things breastfeeding generally becomes much easier, but then comes the next big challenge, breastfeeding out and about!
Breastfeeding is important for mums and babies, but it isn’t always easy, especially in the early days when feeding can take a bit of time and practice for both mum and baby. If you need support in those early days remember you can always ring the National Breastfeeding Helpline (0300 100 0212) or go along to Torbay Family Hubs Feed and Nurture groups, find out more here. Once you have both got the hang of things breastfeeding generally becomes much easier, but then comes the next big challenge, breastfeeding out and about!
Some mums don’t think about this at all, but for others it can be a big worry, if you are worried the Breastfeeding Network has a few hints and tips which includes your right to breastfeed, where to find a local group, clothes to wear when feeding out and about and lots more.
Last Update - 12/Sep/2025
Find a breastfeeding welcome venue near you Start for Life Offer
Many local businesses and venues particularly welcome breastfeeding families and have signed up to our Breastfeeding Welcome scheme to show their support. Use the map on this link to find those closest to you.
Many local businesses and venues particularly welcome breastfeeding families and have signed up to our Breastfeeding Welcome scheme to show their support.Use the map on this link to find those closest to you.
The scheme is open to businesses, venues or organisations that wish to sign up to show that they actively welcome and support breastfeeding families. Businesses can choose to sign up individually or across a whole group of premises.
The scheme is open to businesses, venues or organisations that wish to sign up to show that they actively welcome and support breastfeeding families. Businesses can choose to sign up individually or across a whole group of premises.
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Our sign up scheme for local businesses is still running – if you have a business within Torbay and would like to sign up to our free Breastfeeding Welcome scheme then please contact us on tsdft.infantfeedingtorbay@nhs.net.
These are just some of the amazing business in Torbay that have already signed up. Check our Breastfeeding Welcome map locator to find a breastfeeding friendly place near you..
The scheme is open to businesses, venues or organisations that wish to sign up to show that they actively welcome and support breastfeeding families. Businesses can choose to sign up individually or across a whole group of premises.
The scheme is open to businesses, venues or organisations that wish to sign up to show that they actively welcome and support breastfeeding families. Businesses can choose to sign up individually or across a whole group of premises.
If you have a business within Torbay and would like to sign up to our free Breastfeeding Friendly scheme then please contact us on tsdft.infantfeedingtorbay@nhs.net.
Last Update - 07/Aug/2024
Early Years Settings
Kelly's Little Explorers
I am a dedicated and caring childminder who provides a safe, welcoming and nurturing home from homeenvironment where every child is valued as an individual. My setting encourages learning through play,exploration and positive relationships, supporting each child's development, confidence and well-being. Ioffer a variety of enriching outings to help children feel connected to the local community and to learnabout the world around them, including visits to local libraries, parks, playgroups, farms, zoos and otherplaces of interest. These experiences encourage curiosity, social skills, physical development and a loveof learning. I work closely with families to create a caring partnership that helps every child feel happy,secure and able to thrive.
I am a dedicated and caring childminder who provides a safe, welcoming and nurturing home from home environment where every child is valued as an individual. My setting encourages learning through play, exploration and positive relationships, supporting each child’s development, confidence and well-being. I offer a variety of enriching outings to help children feel connected to the local community and to learn about the world around them, including visits to local libraries, parks, playgroups, farms, zoos and other places of interest. These experiences encourage curiosity, social skills, physical development and a love of learning. I work closely with families to create a caring partnership that helps every child feel happy, secure and able to thrive.
BA (Hons) Child Development and Education Safeguarding Training Paediatric First aid Childminding UK Coutse
Opening Hours
Opening time
Closing time
Monday
7.30
17.30
Tuesday
7.30
17.30
Wednesday
7.30
17.30
Thursday
7.30
17.30
Friday
7.30
17.30
Saturday
Closed
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Closed
Cost and Funding
Price on application, I expect 2 year old funding, 3 & 4 year old funding, 3 & 4 year old 30 hour funding
Facilities
I offer a range of stimulating activities based on children’s interests while incorporating their next steps.
School Pick ups
I do not offer school pick ups.
Vacancies
We have vacancies from September 2026 and I can carter for up to three children per day of which one of these can be up to the age of one.
Ofsted
Ofsted URNEY: 2902078
SEN Information
I offer an inclusive, welcoming environment where every child is supported to thrive at their own pace. I am a home from home setting therefore I have a smaller ratio of children meaning I can provide highly personalised care tailored to individual needs. I have experience of working with children who have complex medical conditions, SEN including Autism and challenging behaviours. I work closely with parents/carers to ensure a holistic approach that meets the needs of the children.
Last Update - 11/Aug/2026
King's Ash Academy
Curledge Street King's Ash Academy is part of the TSAT along with Furzeham Primary School, Brixham Community College, Paignton Academy and Curledge Street Academy.
Curledge Street King’s Ash Academy is part of the TSAT along with Furzeham Primary School, Brixham Community College, Paignton Academy and Curledge Street Academy.
It is a large inclusive community in which everyone is encouraged to respect each other and the things around them. The school is an open, friendly and happy place where everybody works together to achieve their best.
Our two year old nursery and pre-school provide rich, varied, engaging experiences where children are at the centre of their learning. We are focused on developing children’s curiosities, giving them time to explore and actively engaging them in their learning. Our belief is that children are at their highest levels of engagement when playing, therefore a play-based approach is at the heart of our Early Years curriculum. We give children time to play in an environment with endless possibilities balanced with adult-led teaching in phonics, writing and maths.
All staff are highly experienced and qualified.
Parental involvement is valued within our nursery. We offer home visits, free settling in sessions, meeting with parents regularly and use a designated key worker system (2 year Nursery).
As well as paid sessions, we also offer 15 hours free childcare for 3 and 4 year olds (also the extra 15 hours for those who meet the criteria) and funded childcare for 2 year olds under the local scheme. Visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange.
We also offer wrap-around care running from 8am-5pm.
Head of School: Robert Fitzsimmons Early Years Assistant Head: Laura Ford Early Years Provision: Nursery Type of School: Academy
Contact Details:
Website: www.kingsashacademy.org Who to contact: Contact Name: Laura Ford Telephone: 01803 555657 E-mail: admin@kingsash.tsat.uk Address: Kings Ash Academy, Pimm Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3XA
Childcare Information:
Funded Places 3 & 4 year old funding: Yes 2 year old funding: Yes 2, 3 & 4 year old 30 hour funding: Yes
Based in Paignton, Sam and Adam’s Childcare is an Ofsted-registered, husband-and-wife childminding team -alongside their little dog, Betsy - offering a warm, flexible, and inclusive "home from home" environment for early years children.
Based in Paignton, Sam and Adam’s Childcare is an Ofsted-registered, husband-and-wife childminding team -alongside their little dog, Betsy – offering a warm, flexible, and inclusive “home from home” environment for early years children.
We follow EYFS statutory guidelines and deliver active, engaging days filled with outdoor adventures, local outings, and sensory play. Backed by our professional expertise we are highly committed to supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through tailored, adaptive care.
Dedicated to the highest standards of safety and health, we also offer nutritious, freshly prepared meals that accommodate specific dietary requirements, while maintaining close partnership and open communication with parents.
Ex Pre-School Manager, ex Special Needs Co-ordinator with over 20 years experience in education and a wide range of child based qualifications and training.
Opening Times:
Opening Times:
Closing Times:
Monday
7:30am
5:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am
5:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am
5:30pm
Thursday
7:30am
5:30pm
Friday
CLOSED
CLOSED
Saturday
CLOSED
CLOSED
Sunday
CLOSED
CLOSED
Costs:
£7.50 per hour
Facilities
Refreshments
Meals cooked on premises
Ride-ons
Role play dressing up
Sandpit sand play
Messy play area
Outdoor play
Outdoor playspace
Both indoor and outdoor activities
Quiet Room
Kitchen facilities
Reading
Baby facilities
Visits and outings
Disabled access
Walks to local park etc
Sleeping area
Water play
Garden
School Pick Ups?
We do not offer any school pick ups.
Vaccancies
We are open from 3rd August and have vacancies including for holiday cover.
We can cater for up to 6 children.
Funding
2 year old funding: Yes
3 & 4 year old funding: Yes
3 & 4 year old 30 hour funding: Yes
Ofsted Information:
Ofsted URNEY: 2895628
SEN Information
Sam’s specialist background allows us to offer a genuinely inclusive and adaptive early years environment that supports the unique emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of every child. We partner closely with parents and carers from the very beginning to tailor our daily routines, learning activities, and sensory spaces—ensuring that children with additional needs can participate fully, explore safely, and thrive at their own comfortable pace.
Last Update - 13/Jul/2026
Employers
Becoming a breastfeeding friendly employer
Supporting breastfeeding women when they return to work can make a huge difference to families and bring benefits to employers, families, mums and babies.
Supporting breastfeeding women when they return to work can make a huge difference to families and bring benefits to employers, families, mums and babies.
Find out about
How to be a breastfeeding friendly employers
How to support mums returning to work
Links and information about the law and women returning to work who wish to continue to breastfeed
