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Alphabet Day Nursery # Alphabet Day Nursery in Northampton Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2023) · Camphill Centre, Hunsbury Hill Road, Northampton, NN4 9UW · West Northamptonshire Number of places 77 places Age range 0–3 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority West Northamptonshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery What it's like Children are excited to arrive and are greeted by caring staff who respond to each child's needs. New children settle quickly, form close bonds with staff, and are motivated and supported by knowledgeable staff who plan activities from observations and parents' information. ## 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://alphabetdaynursery.com/fees-%26-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except bank holidays. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Alphabet Day Nursery Last inspected 3 November 2023 · Annette Franklin 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 excited to arrive and are greeted by caring staff who respond to each child's needs. New children settle quickly, form close bonds with staff, and are motivated and supported by knowledgeable staff who plan activities from observations and parents' information. Inspector highlights - Children are placed at the heart of every decision and form close bonds with staff - Ambitious curriculum with staff who know children exceptionally well - Strong focus on language development and mathematical progress - Excellent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) - Inspirational leadership and rigorous staff development Inspection #10289119 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50235093) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Alphabet Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2023 Inspection no. 10289119 Lead inspector Annette Franklin Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50235093)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY283423) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=alphabet-day-nursery-nn4-9uw-ey283423) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive excellent support. Staff quickly identify concerns and work with other professionals, such as health visitors and speech and language therapists, to secure early intervention so children make excellent progress. Outdoor space Children routinely go outside and are highly independent in preparing for outdoor play; for example, they put on rain suits and wellington boots when going outside. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language develop their understanding quickly; staff use key vocabulary from children's home languages to enhance their English. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2023 Date: April 2013 - November 2023 Outstanding - November 2017 Good - October 2013 Outstanding - April 2013 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Alphabet Day Nursery ### Is Alphabet Day Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Alphabet Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Alphabet Day Nursery cost? ### Does Alphabet Day Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Alphabet Day Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Alphabet Day Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Alphabet Day Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Alphabet Day Nursery accept? ### Does Alphabet Day Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Alphabet Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Alphabet Day Nursery? ### How do I contact Alphabet Day Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Northampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Alphabet Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### St Mary's Day Nursery Northampton · NN4 8EZ 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/st-mary-s-day-nursery-nn4-8ez-220164) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Pineham Village Northampton · NN4 9EH 4.3(10 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-pineham-village-nn4-9eh-2708012) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Upton Meadows Northampton · NN5 4DD 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-upton-meadows-nn5-4dd-ey359831) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Happy Hands Day Nursery Northampton · NN5 5LE 4.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-hands-day-nursery-nn5-5le-ey449680) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Millway Northampton · NN5 6ES 4.4(19 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-millway-nn5-6es-ey359834) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Footsteps Daycare 2018 Northampton · NN1 1TP 4.1(19 reviews) ](/nursery/footsteps-daycare-2018-ltd-nn1-1tp-ey561083) [See all nurseries in Northampton →](/search?q=Northampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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