Ashby Castle Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Ashby Castle Day Nursery is located in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, and is registered for children from birth to three years old. The day nursery operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and accepts government funding for childcare. Ofsted inspected the setting in August 2022 and gave it an overall rating of 'Good'. The report noted that children enjoy their time in an exciting environment and are keen to be active. Staff encourage physical development, and children learn to be gentle while caring for a variety of animals.

According to the inspection, staff know their key children well and plan appropriate next steps based on their individual needs. This helps children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress. The setting supports children in developing small-muscle skills for early writing and growing their mathematical knowledge. Parents reported to the inspector that their children feel safe and secure at the nursery and are developing good communication skills. The inspector suggested that staff should be supported to help children strengthen their independence during mealtimes.

Our ethos

Ashby Castle Day Nursery's ethos, "Inspiring Brilliant Futures," is demonstrated through a holistic approach that fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, and social development. They provide experiential learning and nature exploration through their Dumbles Forest School, aiming to equip children with confidence and essential skills for their future.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time within this exciting and enticing environment, readily choosing from a variety of activities. They are keen to be active, with staff encouraging physical development and coordination skills from babies to toddlers. Children are also kind, learning to care for animals and developing into confident communicators.

Pricing & funding