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Acorns Day Nursery in Mansfield

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Westfield Lane, Mansfield, NG19 6NH · Nottinghamshire
Number of places
55 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Nottinghamshire

About this day nursery

Acorns Day Nursery in Mansfield offers a nurturing setting for early childhood education, though specific details regarding its philosophy, daily operations, or unique programmes are not readily available on the current public website. The nursery aims to provide a welcoming environment while adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which guides their curriculum.

They extend their services beyond the standard nursery provision with after-school and holiday clubs, catering to a broader age range and varied parental needs. The nursery also emphasises outdoor play and learning, featuring a dedicated garden space and organising external trips and visits to enrich children's experiences.

While the website is currently undergoing design updates, it indicates a commitment to safeguarding children and supporting those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at the nursery; they are confident, happy and feel valued, and staff treat them as individuals. Babies and toddlers engage in sensory play and singing while pre-school children practise fine motor skills; children form friendships, behave well and are prepared for school.

Adheres to EYFS curriculumOffers after-school and holiday clubsFocuses on outdoor playPrioritises safeguarding

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round except one week at Christmas and bank holidays; sessions from 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2020

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Acorns Day Nursery

Last inspected 21 November 2022 · Sharon Alleary

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 enjoy their time at the nursery; they are confident, happy and feel valued, and staff treat them as individuals. Babies and toddlers engage in sensory play and singing while pre-school children practise fine motor skills; children form friendships, behave well and are prepared for school.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are confident, happy and feel valued
  • Staff treat children as individuals and plan activities based on their interests
  • Babies and toddlers engage in rich sensory play and enjoy singing sessions
  • Staff use books and stories to promote early reading and communication
  • Additional funding is used to provide physical exercise sessions and support access to the setting

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to make better use of opportunities that arise to promote children's independence
  • 2develop staff's understanding of how to consistently support children's early communication and language skills
Inspection #10250913 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The curriculum identifies speech and language as a focus. Some staff have attended sign language training which is used alongside spoken words to promote children's understanding of words.

Parent Reviews of Acorns Day Nursery

5.0
(1)
Alana Dixon
4 years ago

My little one loved this nursery they really help put us at ease. They are a great friendly bunch of staff that will go above and beyond to help you're child reach their expectations and achievements x

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Inspection history

Ofsted records show this provider has closed and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display.

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