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Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery # Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · Ballyhoo Nursery, Unit 2, Carlisle, CA2 5TU · Cumberland Number of places 38 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Cumberland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery in Carlisle provides a specially designed environment for young children, offering an outstanding experience that supports all aspects of a child's development. The nursery operates with a philosophy centred on inclusivity, active engagement, and continuous innovation, aiming to relieve the stress of childcare for working parents by making the experience enjoyable and accessible. Recognising that the nursery thrives through its community, the founders view themselves as custodians, ensuring that the staff, children, and parents all feel valued, respected, and encouraged. This approach fosters a setting where children learn positive behaviour through the excellent role modelling of adults, who consistently demonstrate kind and respectful attitudes. The nursery is committed to delivering uncompromised, affordable childcare, leveraging technology to enhance the daily experience for parents and ensuring a fun, nurturing atmosphere for everyone involved. Our ethos Our nursery was founded on a number of core principles: To offer an affordable uncompromised childcare experience. To use technology to enhance the parents' day to day experience of the setting. To create an Inclusive learning environment in which all those involved feel able to actively engage, feel safe and feel welcome. To be confident in trying new approaches as with innovation comes enriched experiences. To understand the constraints of working parents and to focus on relieving their stress and making childcare more enjoyable and not as daunting. To care, respect and encourage not only the children but the staff and parents. To have fun. The founders of the nursery understand that they have become custodians of the nursery, they use the word custodians as the nursery really belongs to the staff, children and parents that attend it. What it's like Leaders provide tailored settling-in sessions and consistent family workers, resulting in very special relationships and children who are happy and settled in a calm and inviting nursery. Staff support children's development, including communication and physical activity, and provide early help for children with SEND through liaising with parents and other professionals and incorporating advice into individual learning plans. Purpose-built setting Affordable childcare Inclusive learning environment Technology-enhanced parent experience ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10174940 Lead inspector Charlotte Bowe Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180164)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY556880) 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 ](http://www.boutiquenursery.com) Ballyhoo Nursery, Unit 2, Carlisle, CA2 5TU [© 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#/-2.94399/54.89414/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Carlisle - [Day nurseries in Carlisle](/search?q=Carlisle) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ballyhoo-boutique-nursery-ca2-5tu-ey556880) ## 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 →](http://www.boutiquenursery.com/index.php/contact-page) ## Key facts Food meals are not mentioned but usually included in full-day care Opening hours 0800-1800 Age range 0 years 6 months to 4 years 11 months Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery Last inspected 22 February 2022 · Charlotte Bowe 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 Leaders provide tailored settling-in sessions and consistent family workers, resulting in very special relationships and children who are happy and settled in a calm and inviting nursery. Staff support children's development, including communication and physical activity, and provide early help for children with SEND through liaising with parents and other professionals and incorporating advice into individual learning plans. Inspector highlights - Tailored settling-in sessions and consistent family workers create strong relationships and help children settle well. - Staff have high expectations for behaviour and praise children's achievements to build self-worth. - Proactive support for children with SEND, including liaising with parents and professionals and individual learning plans. - Children spend time outdoors daily and take regular trips to the local running track for races. - Leaders ensure a strong culture of safeguarding with regular training and checks on staff knowledge. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to intervene most precisely and enable younger children to think more creatively for themselves, to build on their good communication and language skills - 2 strengthen teaching and help older children to gain a broader understanding of what connects them to and distinguishes them from others, to aid their awareness of what makes each and every one of them unique. Inspection #10174940 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180164) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Proactive staff ensure that children with SEND receive early help and support, liaising with parents and other professionals and incorporating advice into individual learning plans. Staff place a sharp focus on enhancing social skills, and children with SEND are beginning to engage alongside others in activities such as tennis. Outdoor space Children spend time outdoors in the fresh air each day and enjoy regular visits to the local running track where they take part in races. Staff are creating a climbing room to provide more opportunities for daily physical exercise. EAL / language support Staff encourage younger children, including those who speak English as an additional language, to listen to a variety of music that reflects their home cultures, though staff working with older children gather less in-depth information about children's backgrounds and heritage. Inspection history Most recent inspection 22 February 2022 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/50180164) ## Frequently asked about Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery ### Is Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery cost? ### Does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery accept? ### Does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery? ### How do I contact Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Carlisle Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ballyhoo Boutique Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### It Takes A Village Nursery And Pre-School Carlisle · CA2 5XW ](/nursery/it-takes-a-village-nursery-and-pre-school-ca2-5xw-2860607) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Munchkins Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7AN ](/nursery/munchkins-nursery-ca2-7an-317389) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Mother Goose Day Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7AY ](/nursery/mother-goose-day-nursery-ca2-7ay-2595840) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Home from Home Nursery Carlisle · CA2 5NB ](/nursery/home-from-home-nursery-ca2-5nb-ey478429) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Newtown Road Day Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7JH ](/nursery/newtown-road-day-nursery-ca2-7jh-ey406930) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Owls Nursery (Carlisle) Carlisle · CA1 1PE ](/nursery/little-owls-nursery-carlisle-limited-ca1-1pe-ey319329) [See all nurseries in Carlisle →](/search?q=Carlisle) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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