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Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central # Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 5.0 (11 parent reviews) · 17 Millstone Lane, Leicester, LE1 5JN · Leicester Number of places 84 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 Local authority Leicester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central provides a welcoming and friendly environment for children aged 1 to 4 years. The nursery focuses on fostering a sense of security and belonging through strong bonds between staff and children, supported by an effective key-person system. Children are encouraged to develop independence from an early age, with staff supporting self-care routines and allowing children to take responsibility during mealtimes. The curriculum is well-planned and staff work closely with parents to understand each child's interests and prior experiences, building a full picture of their starting points. The nursery places a strong emphasis on experiences beyond the setting, including trips to the local library and outings to learn about art and diverse cultures, which helps children understand the world around them and grow in confidence. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support, with leaders utilising funding to increase staffing ratios and collaborate with external agencies. Staff act as positive role models, encouraging respectful behaviour and supporting children in managing their emotions. The nursery has a "Good" overall effectiveness rating from Ofsted, with "Good" ratings across all areas including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The setting also embeds mathematics in everyday routines and offers a wide range of opportunities for children to develop physical skills, both indoors and outdoors. Our ethos Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central is committed to fostering a sense of security and belonging through strong staff-child relationships and an effective key-person system. They encourage early independence and self-care, and build a comprehensive understanding of each child's interests and experiences through close parental collaboration. The curriculum is enhanced by experiences beyond the setting, promoting an understanding of the wider world, confidence, and respectful behaviour, with specific support for children with SEND. What it's like Children are happy to attend this welcoming and friendly nursery. Staff greet them warmly, helping them feel safe and secure. They form close bonds with children and create a nurturing environment where children thrive. The effective key-person system ensures strong relationships and supports children's well-being. Welcoming environment Strong key-person system Promotes independence Enriching outings Effective SEND support Good Ofsted rating ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10398131 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286055)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2727416) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-leicester-central-le1-5jn-2727416) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central Last inspected 30 July 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy to attend this welcoming and friendly nursery. Staff greet them warmly, helping them feel safe and secure. They form close bonds with children and create a nurturing environment where children thrive. The effective key-person system ensures strong relationships and supports children's well-being. Inspector highlights - The nursery curriculum is clear and well planned to support children's learning and progress over time. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support. - Staff act as positive role models and consistently encourage respectful behaviour. - Leaders carry out regular staff supervision and well-being checks. Peer observations are used to support the development of teaching practice. - Overall, staff support children's communication and language development well, including for those children who speak English as an additional language. - Mathematics is embedded in everyday routines and activities across the nursery. - Children benefit from a wide range of opportunities to develop their physical skills. - Staff offer children a variety of opportunities to practise and build on their skills. Areas to develop - 1 use clear pronunciation and accurate grammar to help children hear and develop language and vocabulary effectively - 2 support staff to know when to extend children's knowledge further to develop deeper thinking and to solve problems. Inspection #10398131 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286055) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support. Leaders make good use of additional funding to increase staffing ratios and put targeted support plans in place. They work in partnership with external agencies to ensure children can access specialist help. As a result, children with SEND are included in all aspects of nursery life and make good progress from their individual starting points. Outdoor space Children benefit from a wide range of opportunities to develop their physical skills. Outdoors, they run, climb and ride bikes to build strength, balance and coordination. Inspection history Most recent inspection 30 July 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286055) ## Frequently asked about Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central ### Is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central a good nursery? ### What is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central cost? ### Does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central's opening hours? ### What age range does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central accept? ### Does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central have outdoor space? ### How does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central? ### How do I contact Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central or arrange a visit? ## About the setting Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central registered in 2023 and is situated in the heart of Leicester City. The nursery employs 10 members of childcare staff, seven of whom hold early years qualifications at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and Christmas. The nursery provides funded early education. 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