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ABC Day Nursery in Cullompton

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
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5.0(4 parent reviews)
·Duke Street, CULLOMPTON, EX15 1DW · Devon
Number of places
33 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Devon

About this day nursery

ABC Day Nursery, nestled in a converted barn in Cullompton, has been a cherished part of the community since 2007 under the stewardship of Sue and Phil Proffitt. The nursery is dedicated to fostering a love for learning through exploration and play within a natural and calming environment.

They accommodate babies, toddlers, and preschool children, each group benefiting from dedicated rooms and adjoining outdoor play areas, promoting free flow play throughout the day. A strong emphasis is placed on outdoor learning, with staff trained to facilitate safe tool usage and risk assessment.

The nursery's manager is Forest School trained, ensuring regular outdoor sessions. They also pride themselves on their Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support, with a manager holding an NVQ 3 in SEND in the early years, providing comprehensive training for staff and support for families.

The nursery focuses on nurturing children's mental health and wellbeing through various activities, stories, and physical play, encouraging them to express their feelings.

Our ethos

ABC Day Nursery is dedicated to fostering a love for learning through exploration and play within a natural and calming environment, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning facilitated by Forest School trained staff. They also pride themselves on their SEND support and nurturing children's mental health and wellbeing.

What it's like

Staff have very nurturing relationships with children and know them well, using observations to plan activities that support their development and interests. The curriculum is ambitious and prepares children for the next stage of education; children are well behaved, independent in tasks such as preparing snack, and are happy and content.

Forest School ApproachStrong SEND SupportOutdoor Learning FocusIndividualised Learning JournalsExperienced Management Team

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Age range

3 months - 24 months (babies), toddlers, pre-school

Opening hours

Monday-Friday 7.30am-6.00pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for ABC Day Nursery

Last inspected 3 July 2023 · Leanne Galloway

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Staff have very nurturing relationships with children and know them well, using observations to plan activities that support their development and interests. The curriculum is ambitious and prepares children for the next stage of education; children are well behaved, independent in tasks such as preparing snack, and are happy and content.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff have nurturing relationships with children and know them well.
  • The curriculum is ambitious and helps children be ready for the next stage of education.
  • Effective support is provided for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities in partnership with parents and external agencies.
  • Children develop independence and mathematical skills, such as measuring sunflowers.
  • Leaders support staff development and are committed to improving the provision.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff's use of questioning and modelling of language to develop children's communication and language skills even further
  • 2support older children to further develop their listening and attention skills.
Inspection #10298805 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff provide effective support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working in partnership with parents and external agencies to ensure children make good progress and feel included. Leaders and staff use additional funding to supplement resources and equipment to further support children in reaching their full potential.

Parent Reviews of ABC Day Nursery

5.0
(4)
Zoe Young
5 years ago

We have been using ABC for 7months now and my son has loved it! Helen the manager has been great accomodating his dietary needs and is very caring creating lots of challenges and experiences for them to do. They let them be kids and explore including in the forest garden. They can use tools, build with wood and get muddy. Recommend it!

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Peter Clarke
3 years ago

Staff and the facilities are wonderful, a great place to leave your child whilst your busy working ect

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Inspection history

Date: January 2018

  • July 2023Good
  • January 2018Good

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