Opening hours
Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm
Barnies Day Nursery in Tonbridge
Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
Number of places
45 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Kent
About this day nursery
Barnies Day Nursery and Pre-School is located within the facilities of Hadlow Primary School in Hadlow, Kent. The nursery can be contacted directly via phone.
Although situated within the primary school grounds, Barnies operates independently as a day nursery and pre-school provision. Further information about the nursery's offerings and philosophy can be found on its dedicated website.
The village of Hadlow, where Barnies is located, is a historic area in the Weald of Kent, surrounded by rural countryside. It offers convenient access to Tonbridge and Maidstone, with good transport links including bus services and proximity to Tonbridge railway station.
The village itself provides local amenities and a sense of community, being a conservation area with many listed buildings. Hadlow Parish Council works to provide useful information for residents, covering local schools and educational provisions among other services.
What it's like
Children of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy at the setting. They excitedly engage in challenging activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff consistently use sign language, which all children respond positively to.
Located within Hadlow Primary School
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.
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Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2004
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Barnies Day Nursery
Last inspected 17 May 2022 · Kelly Hawkins
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 of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy at the setting. They excitedly engage in challenging activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff consistently use sign language, which all children respond positively to.
Inspector highlights
- Children of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy.
- Staff are positive role models and children know what is expected of them.
- The managers and staff establish secure and trusting relationships with all children.
- Staff support all children to make good progress, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- All staff attend regular training, including on how to support children to develop their communication skills.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to be more aware and understand when younger children would benefit from their interaction, such as during large-group times
- 2encourage children to consistently explore and investigate their own ideas and problem-solve with more independence.
Inspection #10233641 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff support all children to make good progress, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Outdoor space
Children of all ages develop good physical skills. For example, they confidently learn about the different ways they can move their bodies in yoga activities. They build and negotiate obstacles, such as balancing on planks of wood, crates and tyres. Older children are confident to challenge their physical skills, such as climbing trees. The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments.
Inspection history
Date: December 2009
- May 2022Good
- March 2017Outstanding
- February 2015Good
- December 2009Good
Frequently asked about Barnies Day Nursery
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