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Acorn Day Nursery # Acorn Day Nursery in Wellingborough Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2022) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Acorn Day Nursery, Unit A and H, WELLINGBOROUGH, NN9 6PS · North Northamptonshire Number of places 56 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority North Northamptonshire 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 Day Nursery, operated by Acorn Early Years Foundation, champions an ethical, innovative, and sustainable approach to early childhood education. Their philosophy, centred on 'putting children first,' prioritises fostering caring relationships and responsive interactions, nurturing children's social and emotional well-being to contribute to a more connected society. The organisation is committed to continuous learning and professional development for its staff, striving for excellence in all aspects of childcare practice. A strong emphasis is placed on outdoor learning and play in natural environments, exemplified by their Forest School programmes and site-specific provisions. They advocate for using natural materials, green practices, and encouraging children to grow their own fruits and vegetables, connecting them with the natural world year-round. As a charitable organisation, Acorn Day Nursery operates without prioritising profit, focusing instead on inclusivity and environmental and financial sustainability. They aim to inspire the early childhood sector, particularly in outdoor education and staff development. What it's like Children are thrilled to arrive at this fun and welcoming setting and are warmly greeted by caring, nurturing staff who know them well. They benefit from a solid routine, develop independence (for example by selecting 'wellies' for forest school) and enjoy extensive outdoor and forest-school learning with opportunities to plan and work together. Charity-run Forest School Outdoor Learning Ethical Approach Professional Development Sustainability ## 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. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, 7.30am to 6.15pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2014 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Acorn Day Nursery Last inspected 28 July 2022 · Charmaine Cayton Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are thrilled to arrive at this fun and welcoming setting and are warmly greeted by caring, nurturing staff who know them well. They benefit from a solid routine, develop independence (for example by selecting 'wellies' for forest school) and enjoy extensive outdoor and forest-school learning with opportunities to plan and work together. Inspector highlights - Warm, nurturing staff who know children well - Excellent behaviour and kindness among children - Extensive outdoor learning and forest-school activities - Ambitious, innovative curriculum with community Eco projects - Strong leadership with rigorous staff development and peer mentoring Inspection #10071785 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192712) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Acorn Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10071785 Lead inspector Charmaine Cayton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192712)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY481831) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=acorn-day-nursery-nn9-6ps-ey481831) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Partnerships with parents and outside agencies ensure children's needs are met, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities; staff work with parents to support non-verbal children by creating communication boxes to mirror those used at home. Outdoor space Children enjoy forest school activities and extensive outdoor learning, demonstrating high energy as they plan and carry out physical play such as digging, carrying buckets up hills and jumping in 'lava'. They follow routines for outdoor play (selecting 'wellies') and are taught to manage outdoor risks, for example the 'fire-pit circle'. ## Parent Reviews of Acorn Day Nursery 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWw0RAe1Q6OtFaa8VggeCLhiqE8hoqhNWbVQ0bbX1wfWJbhQk0m=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Dave Yorkstone 8 years ago Great nursery, good out door space that they use. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnd3V2b2R3EAE!2m1!1s0x4877bd3c4e83e1c1:0x45a303f28c7c74c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIVdAnn2vukB3PDGUhLvrEppL7kfzUiAW0xCJa9KtCBGwMTMLM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Samuel Henman (Sam) 4 years ago People are brilliant and always lovely to speak to. 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