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Appletree Nursery # Appletree Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · The Pavilion, Main Street, Sheffield, S35 8PR · Sheffield Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Sheffield 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 Appletree Nursery, nestled in the scenic Grenoside Park, S35, offers a nurturing environment with vast open parklands, a local playground, and Greno Woods nearby. This inclusive, flexible, and friendly nursery is committed to fostering each child What it's like Children are well cared for by a kind, caring, attentive staff team. Staff focus on supporting children to develop secure bonds with their key person, helping new children settle and feel safe and secure. Children show confidence and behave well, learning about healthy eating and developing fundamental core skills. Inclusive and Flexible Charitable Organisation Scenic Location Ofsted "Good" rated ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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://appletreechildcare.org.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday : 7.30am - 6pm Age range 3 months upwards Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Appletree Nursery Last inspected 6 September 2022 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 are well cared for by a kind, caring, attentive staff team. Staff focus on supporting children to develop secure bonds with their key person, helping new children settle and feel safe and secure. Children show confidence and behave well, learning about healthy eating and developing fundamental core skills. Inspector highlights - Children are well cared for by a kind, caring, attentive staff team. - Children learn about healthy eating as they plant a range of herbs, fruits, and vegetables. - The special educational needs coordinator ensures each child receives the full support they need. - Babies benefit from playing outside and going on regular walks. - Parents speak very highly of the staff team and confirm their children have developed skills and knowledge. Areas to develop - 1 support staff who work with children aged two to three years to use simple language and not ask too many questions when building on children's growing vocabulary - 2 review staff practice more closely to ensure all staff are consistently implementing the planned curriculum so that each experience provided is pitched at the right level to build effectively on children's prior learning. Inspection #10229537 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195291) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Appletree Nursery Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10229537 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195291)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY368525) 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://appletreechildcare.org.uk) The Pavilion, Main Street, Sheffield, S35 8PR [© 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#/-1.50294/53.44296/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Sheffield - [Day nurseries in Sheffield](/search?q=Sheffield) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=appletree-nursery-s35-8pr-ey368525) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very highly of the staff team. > They confirm that they are provided with clear information about their child, including their achievements. > Parents confirm that their children have developed their skills and knowledge since attending the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator liaises with staff, parents and other professionals when needed, to ensure each child receives the full support they need. This helps to narrow the achievement gap between children. Outdoor space Babies benefit from playing outside and going on regular walks around the local area. Two-year-olds develop their physical skills in the sand. Older children show skill as they ride bikes and climb up and down the climbing frame. ## Parent Reviews of Appletree Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLnhh8C9ltjezrIDT0U_4H5ytesDX1gLOK0i3gryLmYoW2fXw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Westley Hobson Smith 5 years ago All my children have attended Appletree Holiday club over the last couple of years and they’ve loved every day spent there. The staff are always friendly and really good at engaging and encouraging the children. Different daily activities are always arranged giving the kids something to look forward each day. The facilities are always clean and secure and I’ve always felt re-assured leaving my children with the Appletree staff. 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