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Aster Daisy Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2024)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Rakelands, London Road, Rake, Liss, GU33 7PH · Hampshire
Number of places
99 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2024
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Daisy Nursery, a family-operated childcare provider established in June 2009, is dedicated to offering an exceptional start for young children. Their commitment to excellence is reflected in all their nurseries achieving Ofsted Outstanding ratings across all areas.

Over 17 years, Daisy Nursery has cultivated a dynamic environment, receiving awards and growing organically, while always prioritising the happiness of children, staff, and families. The nursery's philosophy, rooted in the 'Daisy Vision', focuses on nurturing educators and innovative leaders to foster ambitious and curious learners.

This vision is supported by a curriculum that is boundless and diverse, built on traditional values, delivered in unique and inspirational settings, and guided by a purposeful pedagogy. They emphasise creating an open and transparent partnership with parents, encouraging strong relationships and continuous feedback.

Daisy Nursery operates 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years. They offer various session types, including morning, afternoon, full-day, and a breakfast club, with fees encompassing home-cooked meals and a rich array of on-site activities.

The nursery prides itself on its team of dedicated industry experts who collaborate with parents to support each child's journey through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, ensuring a stimulating and engaging learning experience.

Our ethos

Rooted in the 'Daisy Vision', Aster Daisy Nursery nurtures ambitious and curious learners through a boundless and diverse curriculum. Their purposeful pedagogy, built on traditional values and delivered in inspirational settings, guides children through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. They prioritise an open partnership with parents, fostering strong relationships and continuous feedback to support each child's journey.

What it's like

Friendly staff welcome children warmly and provide a nurturing, caring approach that helps children quickly settle. Staff engage well with the children, putting them at the centre of everything they do. Children demonstrate good behaviour, self-care, and social skills, and are confident, independent, and motivated to learn.

Ofsted OutstandingFamily-ownedHome-cooked meals

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions, alongside an early drop-off breakfast club and weekly discounts. Fees cover home-cooked meals and on-site activities. Charges apply for 51 weeks of the year, with deductions for standard bank holidays and the Christmas closure period.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
  • Morning session (08:00-12:30, includes morning snack)£41.10 / session
  • Morning session and Lunch (08:00-13:30, includes morning snack and two course midday dinner)£51.25 / session
  • Afternoon session (13:30-18:00, includes afternoon tea)£41.10 / session
  • Lunch and Afternoon session (12:30-18:00, includes two course midday dinner and afternoon tea)£51.25 / session
  • Full day (08:00-18:00, includes morning snack, two course midday dinner and afternoon tea)£90.70 / day

Good to know

  • A £100 administration charge is required, which is discounted from the first month's fees.
  • Minimum booking of three sessions per week is required, excluding breakfast and lunch.
  • One month's written notice is required to withdraw a child or permanently change sessions.
  • No fees are charged during standard bank holidays or the Christmas closure week.
  • Invoices must be cleared via BACS, childcare vouchers, or Tax-Free Childcare before the start of the month.
  • Late payment fees and late collection charges apply.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30 am till 6:00 pm, 51 weeks a year

Session types

Morning session, Afternoon session, Full day session, Breakfast Club

Food

Meals included, catering for special diets

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Aster Daisy Nursery

Last inspected 16 April 2024

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

Friendly staff welcome children warmly and provide a nurturing, caring approach that helps children quickly settle. Staff engage well with the children, putting them at the centre of everything they do. Children demonstrate good behaviour, self-care, and social skills, and are confident, independent, and motivated to learn.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders are ambitious and have a clear vision for providing high-quality inclusive care and education.
  • Children are cared for in secure, clean surroundings and imaginative inspiring spaces.
  • Staff know the children well and plan exciting activities around their individual interests.
  • There is a strong focus across the nursery on supporting children's communication and language development.
  • Children benefit from fresh air and a wealth of outdoor experiences all year round.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation and staff deployment during key routine times of the day, such as lunchtime, to ensure there is a fully consistent approach to promoting children's good health
  • 2strengthen methods of coaching and mentoring to further enhance and build on the quality of staff practice to even higher levels.
Inspection #10337430 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the nursery, They say that staff are approachable, children enjoy attending and have formed strong bonds with the staff.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work closely with parents and other professionals where children have special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring all children achieve well. The manager, who is also the special educational needs coordinator, is experienced and knowledgeable and works closely with each child's key person and family to ensure children receive appropriate targeted support to meet their developmental needs.

Outdoor space

Children develop good physical skills and benefit from fresh air and a wealth of outdoor experiences all year round. Older children confidently pedal trikes in the outdoor area, while younger children develop confidence negotiating climbing frames and obstacles. This provides opportunities to explore the natural world, build communication, and encourages risk-taking within a safe environment.

Parent Reviews of Aster Daisy Nursery

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Inspection history

Date: April 2024

  • May 2024Good
  • April 2024Good

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