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Beaulieu Park Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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4.7(30 parent reviews) ·Beaulieu Park Day Nursery, 9 Albemarle Link, Chelmsford, CM1 6AH · Essex
Number of places
147 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Essex

About this day nursery

Beaulieu Park Day Nursery, located in Springfield, Chelmsford, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery operates from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, closing only for one week during the Christmas and New Year period.

They are committed to providing top-tier childcare that fosters growth, learning, and discovery in a secure setting. The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring each child's individual needs are met and their potential is maximised.

Furthermore, the nursery incorporates principles of Forest School, encouraging outdoor learning and hands-on experiences in a natural environment. They also offer a comprehensive daily programme that includes activities such as children's yoga, dance, and football sessions.

Beaulieu Park Day Nursery recently partnered with Dr. Christiane Fisher to launch an innovative Teaching and Learning Programme, aiming to enrich children's educational experiences and support developmental growth. Emphasis is placed on creating a positive disposition for learning, preparing children for school through various activities that build literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills.

The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and experienced staff, with the manager holding a Level 5 qualification in Early Years and Childcare, as well as a Level 3 Forest School Leader Award. The facility boasts spacious rooms catering to babies, toddlers (2-3s), and pre-schoolers, with access to Beaulieu's main park for regular outdoor exploration.

Beaulieu Park Day Nursery also accepts government funding for eligible 2, 3, and 4-year-olds.

Our ethos

Beaulieu Park Day Nursery's child-centred approach is built upon the EYFS framework and incorporates principles of Forest School, promoting outdoor learning and hands-on experiences. They focus on fostering growth, learning, and discovery in a secure setting, preparing children for school by developing their literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills, and cultivating a positive disposition for learning. They also partner with Dr. Christiane Fisher on an innovative Teaching and Learning Programme.

What it's like

Children happily enter the nursery and feel safe and secure in a calm and positive environment where staff treat them with respect. Children of all ages develop physical skills and take appropriate risks while exploring different textures. Staff support children to behave well, follow routines, and respond positively to guidance and praise.

EYFS CurriculumForest School EthosInnovative Teaching and Learning ProgrammeSpacious FacilitiesOutdoor Learning

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full day (7:30am - 6:00pm)

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Beaulieu Park Day Nursery

Last inspected 3 February 2023

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 happily enter the nursery and feel safe and secure in a calm and positive environment where staff treat them with respect. Children of all ages develop physical skills and take appropriate risks while exploring different textures. Staff support children to behave well, follow routines, and respond positively to guidance and praise.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders thoughtfully monitor and reflect on the provision, making positive changes such as introducing a sensory room and lowering coat hooks to promote independence.
  • The provider has good oversight of the nursery with a strong commitment to ongoing improvement, offering staff support, coaching, and training opportunities.
  • Staff know the children well, understand how to support their progress, and plan suitable activities, especially focusing on communication and language skills using strategies like Makaton sign language.
  • Mealtimes are social occasions with healthy, freshly prepared food, and effective systems are in place for allergies and dietary requirements.
  • Leaders implement rigorous safeguarding procedures, ensuring staff are suitable, aware of their responsibilities, and can recognise signs of abuse, taking decisive action when concerns arise.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen partnership working with parents and carers to help to provide all children with more-consistent support between home and nursery.
Inspection #10232528 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Effective support is in place for children who are learning to speak English as an additional language, and children in receipt of additional funding.

Outdoor space

Outdoors, older children walk along and jump off crates. Staff are close by to provide reassurance and support children to learn about emotions.

Parent Reviews of Beaulieu Park Day Nursery

4.7
(30)
kinnari pandya
a year ago

My daughter has been going to this nursery for almost 8 months now. She really enjoys spending her time there. The caregivers are exceptionally kind, patient and attentive. They provide an update at the end of the day on my child's progress, the activities they did etc. The nursery itself is very clean, safe and filled with engaging and educational toys. The preschool staff plans educational activities to prepare the child for school. My daughter also loves the creative art and crafts activities as well as the outdoor playtime. All in all a good nursery for my child, thanks to all the staff. Special thanks to Alex, Stacey, Bianca and Chloe. :)

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Olivier Cappitt
a year ago

Our son has been going here for a year now and absolutely loves it. At the end of each day he tells us all the things he's done in the day, they put in a lot of effort to create engaging and fun activities. The nursery itself is very nice and clean, and they have things like a sensory area, a ramp and slide in the toddler room and a great garden. He always talks about his key workers (Abbie, Courtney, Francis..) and he has a wonderful time there every day. We feel very safe in the knowledge that our son is really being cared for here and he has a great time.

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Sarah Wesson
a year ago

My son has recently started at Beaulieu Park Day Nursery (a couple of weeks ago). I’ve been extremely impressed so far with the professionalism and friendliness of all the staff. The induction process has been easy and the settling in sessions were really useful. I’ve really appreciated receiving updates on the journal app used - the posts are all extremely informative and the photos are lovely. Given that going back to work (from mat leave) and leaving my son at nursery is extremely stressful, all the staff have been so supportive and I’ve really trusted that he’s somewhere that he’s being looked after well and enjoying. Thank you to all the staff, but especially his key worker Chelsie for our start at your nursery!

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Kelleyanne Hester
a year ago

My son has been going to Beaulieu Park nursery for about a year now he’s had the best experience there he’s come on so much. The team have all put 100% into his speech and language into a sensory needs. They’ve devised a one plan to support him.. He’s been cared by everyone but a few to mention Courtney Abbie Francis Hannah & Scarlett. They have all given him the support and care and education to move along his journey within the nursery from Baby room to now transitioning into toddler room. They’ve worked at his pace when needed. I feel extremely grateful To be part of Beaulieu Park diner nursery. Patrick is very happy at Beaulieu Park Day nursery he goes on happy every morning and comes out happy every evening. And at the age of nearly 3, they’ve said he’s also started to make a few little friends within his room . He’s had a very positive experience there. There are wonderful team.

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Emma K
a year ago

My baby started at Beaulieu Park Day Nursery at around 11 months old (having never really been apart from us her entire life). The settling in process was smooth and handled with care and compassion for both us the parents and baby. Hannah, Jess and Amy have been absolutely fantastic. They are kind and sweet and seem to genuinely enjoy what they do. My baby especially loves Jess, and it is such a comfort to me that baby feels safe and happy there. Baby has also developed lots since starting and is definitely a lot more independent now!

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: March 2018

  • February 2023Good
  • March 2022Requires improvement
  • November 2021Inadequate
  • March 2018Good

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