Welcome to
The Nest Nursery: The first forestry-led and intergenerational nursery in the UK
By bringing together generations and the mutual therapeutic benefits of exposure to nature for the young and later living alike, we propose to create a highly unique early years setting within the heart of the Standish Care Community.
Part of our vision
Standish Intergenerational Care Community
Plans
Delivered by Millennium
The Nest would become a central feature of the Standish Care Village promoting intergenerational engagement and providing exceptional childcare for staff, residents' families and the wider Standish community in a forest school-style approach.
Our landscape has been carefully and sensitively designed to provide a secure outdoor space nestled in connecting all the senses with nature through all seasons.
Looking further
Our wider strategy
Millennium Care are huge advocates of intergenerational care with all four care homes within the Group working closely with local schools, nurseries and colleges.
Intergenerational activities provide cognitive and physical benefits, help to build communities, reduce isolation and contribute to cultural and knowledge exchange!
Innovation
The plans
The building’s octagonal shape and modular facade are designed to integrate into the village while providing a clear focal point for the community. The design also incorporates features like solar shading and rainwater harvesting to ensure sustainability.
The interior is organised around a central atrium with a triple-height skylight, promoting natural light and openness. Specific areas like the babies' room have direct access to outdoor spaces, and the design prioritises fluid, flexible spaces.
Sustainability
A net biodiversity gain in excess of 10% contributing back more to our local wildlife infrastructure
Ten new trees planted on the site in addition to extensive new planting to support habitats
A carbon efficient building made with sustainable materials including an exposed timber oak frame structure
Bringing generations together through our expansive local network and infrastructure
Reduced carbon footprint by having a co-located nursery for people who work at the care village
Locally sourced food from local butchers and local organic sources
Enriching Lives
Meeting a need
The Nest will provide a space that addresses loneliness, anxiety, and depression among the elderly by creating a sense of community through interaction with the nursery's children significantly benefitting the lives of Millennium Care residents.
Staff members, residents' families and the Standish community will have an ideal care setting for their children.
Children who do not regularly mix with older generations will benefit hugely from regular shared activities.
Benefits for the community
Our vision for the The United Kingdom’s first forest-led intergenerational nursery extends harmoniously into our community.
Download our
Brochure
Download our brochure and discover out exciting plans: Learn about our innovative architecture, beautiful landscaping, and exceptional model of education. Explore our spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and see how The Nest Nursery will seamlessly integrate into the Standish Care Village, nestled alongside Worthington Lake and Lakeside Care Homes.
Important to us
Your feedback
Thank you for taking an interest in our proposed development which will add an intergeneration nursery to the Standish Care Community. As a transparent, considerate and locally run care provider, your opinions and feedback are vital to us. Please leave your feedback, the form will close on the 29th of November.
