A highly-anticipated nursery and pre-school at the popular Barleylands farm is preparing to open its doors to children later this year.

Already receiving more than 400 enquiries, Barleylands Nursery and Pre-School is on track to open its doors to youngsters from six weeks to five years old in late September.

The nursery promises to be a “game-changer” for Billericay’s early childhood education, with daily visits to the animals at Barleylands Farm.

Naoise, the nursery’s senior manager, said: “Every time we visit for a site update, I get more excited about our nature-based play offering.

“The nursery looks amazing, and with so many learning opportunities at Barleylands Farm, the education opportunities are endless. With over 400 enquiries already received, it looks like the local community is excited too.”

The new nursery building features modern, state-of-the-art facilities and will be owned and run by childcare professionals Farm Day Nurseries, a childcare group with nine other day nurseries on farms across England.

Families interested in learning more about the enrolment process or seeking additional information are encouraged to visit BarleylandsFarmDayNursery.co.uk or the nursery's Facebook and Instagram channels.