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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Bolton Nursery # Bolton Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · Colby Lane, Bolton, Appleby, CA16 6AW · Westmorland and Furness Number of places 28 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Westmorland and Furness About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bolton Nursery, located in Appleby, Cumbria, received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 7 December 2022. Children from birth to five years old are welcomed into a friendly and nurturing environment where they quickly feel safe and happy. The nursery prides itself on the caring relationships staff build with the children, ensuring individual needs are met and supporting children to engage in their favourite activities. The curriculum is designed around children's interests, fostering creativity and a positive attitude towards learning. Staff enthusiastically engage with children in imaginative play, and there is a strong focus on developing physical skills both indoors and outdoors, with opportunities for large muscle movements and fine motor development. Communication skills are promoted through conversations, singing, and stories, with support for children who speak English as an additional language. Mathematical concepts are skillfully woven into everyday play, building children's problem-solving abilities. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive good care and support, working collaboratively with external professionals to ensure their progress. The nursery also emphasises healthy living, teaching good hygiene routines and promoting awareness of physical health. Our ethos The nursery's curriculum is designed around children's interests, fostering creativity and a positive attitude towards learning. They focus on developing children's physical skills, communication, and problem-solving abilities through imaginative play, conversations, singing, and stories. The nursery emphasises healthy living and provides good care and support for children with SEND. What it's like Children arrive happily at this welcoming and friendly nursery, benefiting greatly from caring relationships with familiar and experienced staff. Babies grow in confidence from the care they receive, and staff swiftly respond to children who may be upset, supporting them to engage in their favourite activities. Children demonstrate they feel safe, listen to routines, and behave well. Welcoming and friendly environment Strong children-staff relationships Child-centred curriculum Good physical development Effective communication support Strong SEND support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bolton Nursery Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10263470 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205148)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY292208) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bolton-nursery-ca16-6aw-ey292208) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Established 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bolton Nursery Last inspected 7 December 2022 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 arrive happily at this welcoming and friendly nursery, benefiting greatly from caring relationships with familiar and experienced staff. Babies grow in confidence from the care they receive, and staff swiftly respond to children who may be upset, supporting them to engage in their favourite activities. Children demonstrate they feel safe, listen to routines, and behave well. Inspector highlights - Children benefit greatly from caring relationships with familiar and experienced staff. - Staff are enthusiastic and show passion for what children are interested in, inspiring creativity in imaginative play. - Children have ample opportunities to be physical, making good progress with their physical development. - Staff promote children's communication skills well through conversation, singing and stories. - Children who have special educational needs/and or disabilities (SEND) receive good care and support. Areas to develop - 1 build on staff's understanding of how to further support young children's communication and language skills - 2 support staff to consistently implement the curriculum to allow all children to effectively engage and achieve the most from their learning experiences. Inspection #10263470 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205148) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are happy with the care and education their children receive. > They comment on how 'kind, caring and affectionate' the staff are in this 'home from home' setting. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who have special educational needs/and or disabilities (SEND) receive good care and support. Leaders work with external professionals to identify training needs of new staff to ensure they support children's targeted plans. Children with SEND settle quickly and progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children have ample opportunities to be physical. Outdoors, children build coordination, walk with stilts and ride on scooters. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, both indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: February 2012 - December 2022 Good - May 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - June 2014 Requires improvement - February 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Bolton Nursery ### Is Bolton Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Bolton Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bolton Nursery cost? ### Does Bolton Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Bolton Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Bolton Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Bolton Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Bolton Nursery accept? ### Does Bolton Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Bolton Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Bolton Nursery? ### How do I contact Bolton Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Appleby Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bolton Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Shining Stars Nursery (Appleby) Appleby · CA16 6LH ](/nursery/shining-stars-nursery-appleby-ltd-ca16-6lh-ey478437) - [ Awaiting first inspection 6.1 mi ### Little VIPs Daycare Penrith · CA10 2HT ](/nursery/little-vips-daycare-ca10-2ht-2791518) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 7.9 mi ### Lambkins Day Nursery & Pre-School Centre Penrith · CA10 1LW ](/nursery/lambkins-day-nursery-pre-school-centre-ca10-1lw-ey453802) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 8.2 mi ### Muddy Boots Nursery Penrith · CA11 8UD ](/nursery/little-oaks-at-muddy-boots-ca11-8ts-2534527) - [ Awaiting first inspection 8.9 mi ### Kids Planet Penrith Penrith · CA11 9BP ](/nursery/kids-planet-penrith-ca11-9bp-2860323) - [ Ofsted: Good 8.9 mi ### Penrith Pre-School Nursery Penrith · CA11 7TR ](/nursery/penrith-pre-school-nursery-ca11-7tr-317572) [See all nurseries in Appleby →](/search?q=Appleby) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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