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Acorn Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
·Acorn Centre, Grange Primary School, Homleigh Road, Tuffley, GL4 0RN · Gloucestershire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
3–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Gloucestershire

About this day nursery

Acorn Childcare Centre aims to provide exceptional childcare for local families, fostering an environment where children from infancy through to pre-school age can flourish. The nursery focuses on supporting each child’s development through stimulating and nurturing experiences.

The dedicated team, led by Manager Lorna, prioritises a caring, safe, and engaging atmosphere to prepare children for their educational journey. The centre emphasises open communication, encouraging families to engage with staff regarding their child's progress and any concerns.

With a commitment to transparent and supportive admissions, Acorn Childcare Centre strives to ensure that every child receives the best foundation for a lifetime of learning and growth. The curriculum aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), offering diverse learning opportunities through play, both indoors and outdoors, and aims to develop confident, independent, and resilient children.

Our ethos

The Acorn Childcare Centre provides childcare for children from infancy to pre-school, aligning its curriculum with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The nursery focuses on child-led development through play, both indoors and outdoors, aiming to foster confident, independent, and resilient children. They prioritise a caring, safe, and engaging atmosphere, with an emphasis on open communication with families.

What it's like

Children happily enter the pre-school, are greeted warmly and quickly settle, developing strong relationships with their key person. Staff plan activities based on children's abilities and interests, supporting early language, independence and positive behaviour.

Play-based learningEYFS CurriculumOutdoor learning

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands for children aged 0 to 2 years and 2 to 5 years, alongside dedicated out-of-school and holiday clubs. A variety of short and extended sessions are offered, with meals such as breakfast, snacks, or a light tea included depending on the selected times.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
  • Deposit£100 / session
  • Admin Fee (Nursery only)£100 / session
  • Busy Bunnies Early (0-2 Years) Including a light breakfast£4.10 / session
  • Busy Bunnies Late (0-2 Years) Including a light breakfast£8.15 / session
  • Morning (0-2 Years) Including snack£24.45 / session

Good to know

  • A refundable deposit is required upon booking.
  • A non-refundable nursery administration fee applies.
  • A 10% sibling discount is available on the eldest child's sessions but must be actively requested.
  • A 10% discount is offered to parents working at Malcolm Sargent Primary School.
  • A 10% discount is applied when booking five consecutive days for Holiday Club.

Key facts

Opening hours

Open each weekday from 9am to 3pm during term time only, except for public holidays.

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2006

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Acorn Centre

Last inspected 25 November 2024 · Lin Harvey

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

Children happily enter the pre-school, are greeted warmly and quickly settle, developing strong relationships with their key person. Staff plan activities based on children's abilities and interests, supporting early language, independence and positive behaviour.

Inspector highlights

  • Children settle quickly and form strong relationships with key persons
  • Staff support early language development and increase children's vocabulary
  • Well-planned group activities that build confidence and communication
  • Collaborative work with local authority and health providers to provide individualised support
  • Staff are supported, undertake training and have an inclusive approach recognised by an award

Areas to develop

  • 1extend staff interactions so that children have more opportunities to share their thoughts and improve their thinking skills
  • 2increase the information gathered when children first start to gain a good understanding of what they already know and can do.
Inspection #10367890 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The pre-school works collaboratively with the local authority and health providers to consider all children's progress and provide individualised support. Staff have been recognised with a 'Mark of Achievement' for their inclusive approach.

Inspection history

Date: November 2009

  • November 2024Good
  • February 2019Good
  • April 2018Good
  • October 2015Good
  • November 2009Good

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