ABC Childcare (Ipswich) Ltd provides early years care and education for children aged 2-5 years within its preschool, alongside a "FreeTime" club for primary-aged children (Reception to the end of Year 6) offering breakfast, after-school, and holiday sessions. Established initially as St Andrews Playschool, the nursery moved to its current location in 1982 and became a limited company with registered charity status in 2005.
The management is overseen by a voluntary committee, which also handles administrative and fundraising aspects. In 2007, modern purpose-built premises were completed through joint funding.
The nursery is committed to giving every child the best opportunities to learn, explore, and build confidence in a bright, safe, friendly, and encouraging environment. They focus on independent play and supported learning to help children reach their full potential.
Staff work closely with parents, appreciating their insights to provide tailored care. The nursery prides itself on offering socially inclusive services accessible to all children in the East Ipswich area, with a strong ethos of nurturing, secure, and stimulating care, aiming for high standards and staff dedicated to children’s growth.
Our ethos
The nursery is committed to giving every child the best opportunities to learn, explore, and build confidence in a bright, safe, friendly, and encouraging environment. They focus on independent play and supported learning to help children reach their full potential. The nursery prides itself on offering socially inclusive services accessible to all children in the East Ipswich area, with a strong ethos of nurturing, secure, and stimulating care, aiming for high standards and staff dedicated to children’s growth.
What it's like
Children are warmly greeted by attentive staff who create an inclusive environment and support independence; they form strong friendships and develop good relationships with staff. The outdoor area is used to promote physical activity and curiosity about nature, and the high staff-to-child ratio helps children to share, take turns and behave well.
The nursery charges hourly rates for preschool children, which vary based on age. Additional services include breakfast, after-school, and holiday clubs. A monthly consumable fee is charged per attended session, and government funding usage is restricted to specific hours.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Opening hours
The setting operates Monday to Friday during term time. Sessions are from 8.45am until 11.45am, and from 12.15pm until 3.15pm. A lunch club runs between these sessions. The setting also offers out-of-school provision. During term time, these sessions operate from 8am until 8.45am and from 3.15pm until 6pm. During school holidays, sessions operate from 8am to 6pm.
Age range
2-5 years (Preschool); Reception to Year 6 (FreeTime Club)
Session types
Preschool, Breakfast Club, After School Club, Holiday Club
Term time / All Year
Mixed
Established
Opened in 1983; re-registered in 2009
Last inspected 9 May 2025 · Emily Holt
What it's like to attend
Children are warmly greeted by attentive staff who create an inclusive environment and support independence; they form strong friendships and develop good relationships with staff. The outdoor area is used to promote physical activity and curiosity about nature, and the high staff-to-child ratio helps children to share, take turns and behave well.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Inclusion & environment
Staff identify and plan very well for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities; they work alongside parents and other professionals to write clear targets and use consistent strategies, such as now and next. As a result, children make good progress in their development.
Children really benefit from the outdoor area where staff set resources to encourage physical activity and cooperative problem solving. The garden supports curiosity in nature as children discover creatures and ask questions.
Staff work well with parents to learn key words to welcome children in their home language when they sing their welcome song.
The best childcare for our Thomas! So pleased for his journey at ABC. The skills and the confidence gained during his years at ABC have been so remarkable! Well done everyone! You're super star ✨
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excelllent pre -school and free time activities .
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Just great! Simple :)
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Date: April 2009
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