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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Acorn Childcare Centre # Acorn Childcare Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · MALCOLM SARGENT PRIMARY SCHOOL, Empingham Road, Stamford, PE9 2SR · Lincolnshire Number of places 92 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Acorn Childcare Centre aims to provide exceptional childcare for families in the local Stamford area, fostering a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children from infancy through preschool can thrive and develop. The centre focuses on supporting each child's individual growth and preparing them for school. The dedicated team, led by Manager Lorna, is committed to continuous learning and professional development, with all staff trained in paediatric first aid and holding enhanced DBS checks. The nursery adopts the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, emphasising learning through play across seven key areas. This approach encourages natural curiosity and active exploration, particularly in outdoor settings, to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and resilience. Daily routines blend structured activities like circle time and emergent writing with free-flow play, arts, crafts, and messy play, ensuring a balanced and engaging experience for every child. What it's like Children's voices are heard and respected; staff use choices (for example voting for books) and visual images to support routines and children who speak English as an additional language. Children enjoy the garden and physical play, are supported to be independent and to help tidy, and staff praise them to build self-esteem. EYFS Curriculum Outdoor Learning Paediatric First Aid Trained Staff Dedicated Funding Team ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Deposit £100 / session - Admin Fee (Nursery only) £100 / session - Busy Bunnies Early (0-2 Years) - 7:30 – 08:00 £4.10 / session - Busy Bunnies Late (0-2 Years) - 08:00-09:00 £8.15 / session - Morning (0-2 Years) - 9:00-12:00 £24.45 / session See 15 more ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Age range Babies to 5-year-olds (Nursery), Primary school-aged children (Holiday Club) Session types Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions, Early drop-off, Late pick-up, Breakfast Club, After-school Club, Holiday Club Term time / All Year All Year Established 2013 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Acorn Childcare Centre Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10316760 Lead inspector Hayley Ruane Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50245444)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY466379) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.acornchildcarecentre.co.uk) MALCOLM SARGENT PRIMARY SCHOOL, Empingham Road, Stamford, PE9 2SR [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.50614/52.65464/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Stamford - [Day nurseries in Stamford](/search?q=Stamford) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=acorn-childcare-centre-pe9-2sr) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Acorn Childcare Centre Last inspected 22 March 2024 · Hayley Ruane 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's voices are heard and respected; staff use choices (for example voting for books) and visual images to support routines and children who speak English as an additional language. Children enjoy the garden and physical play, are supported to be independent and to help tidy, and staff praise them to build self-esteem. Inspector highlights - Children's voices are heard and respected (for example voting for books and responding to children pointing to paints). - Staff use images to support routines and children who speak English as an additional language. - Children enjoy the garden and engage in physical play, with staff supervising for safety. - Management and staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well and work with other professionals, using additional funding effectively. - Partnership working with the host school helps prepare children emotionally for their move to school. Areas to develop - 1 support staff in the pre-school room to help children understand all of the rules and boundaries that are in place - 2 help staff to strengthen their interactions with children in the baby room to support their early communication skills. Inspection #10316760 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50245444) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The management team and staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities very well; they work closely with other professionals and use additional funding effectively to provide equipment, for example to help children from becoming overwhelmed by noises. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy playing in the garden, using it for early literacy (chalk drawing) and physical play (balance bikes), with staff supervising and removing broken toys to promote safety. Since the last inspection, management have changed outdoor areas to allow children to play outdoors in all weathers and to learn about nature. EAL / language support Staff support children who speak English as an additional language to understand routines by using images, such as photos of outside and nappies, to help children know what is happening next. Inspection history Date: April 2014 - March 2024 Good - May 2018 Good - April 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Acorn Childcare Centre ### What are the opening hours at Acorn Childcare Centre? ### What is the address of Acorn Childcare Centre? ### How does Acorn Childcare Centre support children who speak English as an additional language? ## Nearby day nurseries in Stamford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Acorn Childcare Centre. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### Ark Foundry Road Nursery School Stamford · PE9 2PP 4.4(9 reviews) ](/nursery/ark-foundry-road-nursery-school-pe9-2pp-2850797) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### The Little Lane Nursery Stamford · PE9 2BT ](/nursery/the-little-lane-nursery-limited-pe9-2bt-ey492770) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Small Wonders Nursery Stamford · PE9 1PG ](/nursery/small-wonders-nursery-pe9-1pg-2718159) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### The Children's Garden Day Nursery Stamford · PE9 1PJ 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/the-children-s-garden-day-nursery-pe9-1pj-ey459975) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### The Mulberry Bush Nursery Stamford · PE9 1SR ](/nursery/the-mulberry-bush-nursery-pe9-1sr-2539359) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Casterton Nursery Stamford · PE9 4AT ](/nursery/casterton-nursery-pe9-4at-260840) [See all nurseries in Stamford →](/search?q=Stamford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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