Banana Moon Day Nursery is a thriving UK nursery franchise with over 50 locations nationwide. Shaped by three generations of directors, the franchise is dedicated to creating caring, nurturing and stimulating learning environments for children aged three months to school age. Recognised for the third year in a row at the Elite Franchise awards, Banana Moon continues to demonstrate its commitment to early years education and its growing success as a franchise.
With its franchise model continuing to grow in strength, an increasing number of franchisees are expanding their portfolios to own and operate multiple nurseries. As an established nursery group and a proud British Franchise Association member, Banana Moon continues to demonstrate the strength of its franchise model, combining a passion for childcare with a proven vision for sustainable business growth.
A business that makes a difference
Working in close partnership with its franchisees, parents and children, Banana Moon Day Nursery is on a mission to become ‘The Most Loved’ nursery group and franchise, placing quality care and community at the heart of everything it does.
Throughout 2026, the franchise has continued to strengthen its network, growing by 8% and projecting a further 14% growth in 2027. A key indicator of this success is the increasing number of franchisees expanding their portfolios, with 40% now operating multiple locations. More franchisees are taking the next step by acquiring their fourth and even fifth nursery – a notable achievement within franchising and a testament to the strength and long-term appeal of the Banana Moon Franchise model.
Little hearts, bright futures and Big moments, bright futures
Launched in 2023, ‘Little hearts, bright futures’ aimed to equip every Banana Moon nursery with a defibrillator, helping protect over 5,200 children while giving local communities access to potentially life-saving equipment. By the end of 2024, 45 defibrillators had been installed, and today, every Banana Moon nursery is equipped.
Building on this success, Banana Moon partnered with the Oliver Steeper Foundation to launch ‘Big moments, bright futures’, an initiative focused on installing LifeVac devices and Travel LifeVacs across its nurseries. This next step reinforces the franchise’s ongoing commitment to child safety, community well-being and creating safer environments for children, families and local communities.
A supportive network
High-quality childcare and successful businesses go hand-in-hand with well-trained, supported and happy franchisees and teams. This is reflected in initiatives like the Banana Moon Training Academy, where franchisees can access industry-specific training at no extra cost, and the annual Franchisee Development Day. What’s more, the annual Midnight Moon Awards celebrate every member of the network, from the franchisees all the way through to the apprentices who have shown incredible potential on their training journey.
Why join Banana Moon?
- Proven business model and established brand
- Ongoing nursery guidance and business advice
- Operational documentation and property search support
- Marketing materials, website and social media support
- Equipment packages, including CCTV and biometric systems
Testimonials:
We really value the way the franchise keeps us ahead of the curve when it comes to regulation and policy. In a sector where expectations and standards are constantly evolving, their ability to provide timely updates and practical guidance has been key. The franchise’s commitment to strong policies and hands-on support has allowed us to focus on what matters most: creating the best environment for children to thrive and building a nursery we’re proud of. – Lorraine Ellis from Banana Moon Day Nursery Bromley
From the very start of my journey in 2020 I have felt incredibly supported. The franchise stood by me and our nursery every step of the way, offering everything we needed to navigate such an unpredictable time [due to the pandemic]. Their presence and reassurance made all the difference. I’m proud to be part of a franchise that genuinely cares about people, supports growth and puts well-being at the heart of everything we do. – Jayne Garbutt from Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick
Over the last 10 years, being part of the Banana Moon network has been one of the most rewarding and supportive journeys of my career. From the very beginning, I have always felt there was someone to turn to, whether for advice, reassurance or simply encouragement during the more challenging times. They truly go above and beyond, and I feel very proud and grateful to be part of such a dedicated and inspiring network. – Amanda Penny from Banana Moon Day Nursery Aberdeen