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Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes # Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2024) · 4.0 (1 Google review) · 17 South Street, Milton Keynes, MK19 7EL · Milton Keynes Number of places 36 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2024 Local authority Milton Keynes About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe is part of the wider Acorn Early Years Foundation, a well-established provider of nurseries and childcare across Milton Keynes, Northamptonshire, and Bedfordshire. The foundation prides itself on an eco-conscious approach and a commitment to social impact within the early childhood sector. They offer a comprehensive range of services including full-day nurseries, sessional preschools, and out-of-school clubs during term time and holidays. A distinctive feature of their offering is their emphasis on Forest School sessions, which are integrated into their nursery programmes and also offered as standalone experiences for children, families, and other educational providers. Acorn Early Years Foundation is also actively involved in training and consultancy, providing courses for parents, carers, and early years professionals, alongside offering their expertise to other settings. Their dedication extends to fundraising initiatives, supporting children with additional needs, and environmental efforts like tree planting, all while maintaining transparency through annual reports and policies. The day nursery operates with a strong community focus, evident in its engagement with fundraising and its focus on staff and trustee zones, alongside parent areas. What it's like Children develop a sense of familiarity with daily routines and are warmly welcomed by staff who engage them in play and discuss their interests. Staff plan activities based on what children know and can do, using conversations and questions to develop their thinking skills. Children also develop their physical skills well through climbing, balancing, and exploring large apparatus, supported by staff praise and encouragement. Forest School sessions Eco-conscious approach Social enterprise Training and consultancy Community-focused ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/Listing/Default.aspx?CategoryTitle=fundraising-donations) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6.15pm, throughout the year Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes Last inspected 18 December 2024 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 develop a sense of familiarity with daily routines and are warmly welcomed by staff who engage them in play and discuss their interests. Staff plan activities based on what children know and can do, using conversations and questions to develop their thinking skills. Children also develop their physical skills well through climbing, balancing, and exploring large apparatus, supported by staff praise and encouragement. Inspector highlights - Managers and staff work together to develop a shared vision for children's learning, focusing on building on their existing knowledge and interests. - Staff work with parents to understand children's starting points and share information to support learning at home. - Children recognise when they are happy in the setting and can talk about what they enjoy. - Staff provide meaningful interactions that promote learning, including regular conversations and enthusiastic storytelling to develop speaking and listening skills. - Staff provide activities that challenge children and encourage them to take appropriate risks, such as balancing courses and learning to negotiate space. - Children learn about keeping themselves safe and the world around them through outings, visits to the local school library, and community activities like litter picking. Areas to develop - 1 enhance strategies to help children understand and manage their feelings to further support their emotional development - 2 strengthen the quality of interactions, so that children have consistent opportunities to recall previous learning. Inspection #10367524 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266481) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10367524 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266481)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY543686) 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 ](http://www.acornchildcare.co.uk/) 17 South Street, Milton Keynes, MK19 7EL Opening hours 7.30am to 6.15pm, throughout the year ## Explore day nurseries near Milton Keynes - [Day nurseries in Milton Keynes](/search?q=Milton+Keynes) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=acorn-day-nursery-castlethorpe-mk19-7el) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children develop their gross motor skills through climbing, balancing, and exploring large apparatus. Staff offer praise and encouragement that supports children's confidence in their physical skills. Children show pride and excitement, as they keep trying when exploring large equipment. ## Google Reviews of Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes 4.0 (1 Google review) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX1Km6kLgGmcZOFK-vXPu5cIgctEficnn9ASlJnMYq5veUMYuZwyg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Andrea Almeida 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDa292UTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877013a96e749ab:0x10a85e3fc2048994) Reviews from Google for Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1200312928625265044&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2019 - December 2024 Good - February 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes ### What is Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe's Ofsted rating? ### How can I find out about fees for Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe? ### What are the opening hours for Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe? ### Does Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe offer Forest School sessions? ### What age range does Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe cater for? ### How does Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe support physical development? ### Who runs Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe? ### How can I get in touch with Acorn Childcare at Castlethorpe? ## About the setting Acorn Day Nursery Castlethorpe registered in 2017 and is situated in Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes. It operates from 7.30am to 6.15pm, throughout the year. The provider receives funding to provide free early years education to children aged two, three and four years. The provider employs 18 members of staff, 12 of whom hold relevant childcare qualifications. 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