A nursery in Redditch is "proudly" celebrating ten years in the town. 

Astwood Smiles Nursery and Preschool first opened its doors in summer 2014 following the full renovation of a former pub and Astwood Bank landmark - The Coach House. 

Celebrations at the nursery have been taking place all week with daily themed activities and finished with a nursery party on Friday (July 26). 

The children have taken part in creating all the party decorations using recycled materials in what has proved to be an exciting week. 

The team are celebrating the nursery's tenth anniversary The team are celebrating the nursery's tenth anniversary (Image: Astwood Smiles Nursery)

Olivia Waters, Astwood Smiles Nursery Director, said: "We are so proud to be celebrating 10 years of Astwood Smiles. 

"Having grown up in Astwood Bank, it was a dream to be able to create a nursery within my local community that offered everything that I was looking for when my children were of nursery age. 

"Our team of qualified and experienced nursery staff work together to create a secure, friendly and cosy environment that provides a lot of stimulation for the children we care for."

Astwood Smiles loves being part of the local community and is an annual sponsor of Astwood Bank Carnival. 

The team also regularly visits local allotments and parks as they recognise the importance of using the environment to give the children an enriching experience. 

The nursery is set to mark 10 years of service to the community later this year by planting an oak tree. 

Astwood Bank Nursery is located at a former pub site Astwood Bank Nursery is located at a former pub site (Image: Astwood Smiles Nursery)

Ms Waters added: "Looking back at all the children who have passed through our nursery, we feel privileged to be the first stage of their educational journey and to be able to give them the best start in life ready for their transition to school. 

"None of the past 10 years would have been possible without the fantastic team we have at Astwood Smiles. Our manager Alison has been with the nursery since day one and is key in the success of the nursery.

"Not to mention all our lovely families for their support and kind comments. We look forward to exciting plans in the future - here's to the next 10 years." 

For more information visit https://astwoodsmiles.co.uk/