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Branching Out # Branching Out Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · Sabden Baptist Church, Clitheroe Road, Clitheroe, BB7 9HD · Lancashire Number of places 24 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Branching Out, nestled in the picturesque village of Sabden within the Ribble Valley, offers a nurturing "home-from-home" environment where children are encouraged to explore, grow, and thrive. The nursery embraces a philosophy of wonder and discovery, fostering meaningful connections with the natural world through hands-on exploration and creative play. Inspired by the Forest School ethos, the setting utilises its large garden spaces as an extension of the classroom, promoting curiosity, confidence, and resilience in children as they engage with nature throughout the seasons. Creativity is central to their approach, integrating art, music, storytelling, and imaginative play into daily learning. The nursery categorises its developmental stages as "Roots" for under-twos, focusing on secure attachments, "Branches" for two-year-olds and over, encouraging exploration, and "Blossoms" for three-year-olds and up, supporting independence. This framework underscores their commitment to helping children develop strong foundations, explore new horizons, and ultimately flourish in their unique ways. Branching Out actively integrates with the local Sabden community, with children regularly visiting village shops and the local park, fostering a sense of belonging and connection to their surroundings. Operating from two community venues, they provide spacious indoor and outdoor areas, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. Our ethos At Branching Out, our ethos underpins everything we do. Guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and inspired by Forest School principles, we believe children learn best through play, exploration, and real-life experiences. Our approach is child-led, inclusive, and responsive, ensuring each child is supported as a unique learner with their own interests, strengths, and needs. The outdoors is an integral part of our daily practice, providing rich opportunities for sensory play, creativity, problem-solving, and supported risk-taking. Through strong relationships, a consistent key person approach, and a nurturing environment, we place children’s emotional wellbeing, confidence, and sense of belonging at the centre of their learning journey. By combining high-quality early years practice with nature-based learning and meaningful community connections, we support children to develop into confident, resilient, and curious learners, ready to flourish as they grow. What it's like Children are confident, active and happy in this caring and nurturing nursery. They thrive on learning new skills and delight in opportunities to be creative, which helps develop fine motor skills. Nursery staff provide extra support for children to socialise, helping them to develop close bonds with staff and enabling them to express their emotions. Forest School Ethos Community-integrated Learning Child-led Play Outdoor Focus ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Branching Out Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10239513 Lead inspector Richard Sutcliffe Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188959)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2569531) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.branchingoutsabden.co.uk) Sabden Baptist Church, Clitheroe Road, Clitheroe, BB7 9HD [© 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#/-2.33755/53.83419/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Clitheroe - [Day nurseries in Clitheroe](/search?q=Clitheroe) - [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=branching-out-bb7-9hd-2569531) ## Pricing & funding Funding can be used during core hours term-time or stretched over 48 weeks. Fees for additional early morning or late afternoon hours are charged on top. Monthly fees are paid in advance, with voluntary daily charges for meals and consumables, plus optional extra-curricular activities. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - Breakfast Club session £9 / session - After School Club session £11 / session - Meals & Consumables (daily voluntary charge) £3 / day - Unpaid fees daily charge £5 / day - Late collection charges (per 15 minutes) £5 / hour See 2 more Good to know - Government funding can be used term-time (38 weeks) or stretched over 48 weeks. - Fees are invoiced in advance at the start of the month via the app or Tax-Free Childcare. - Additional early morning (7:30-8:30am) and late afternoon (4:00-5:30pm) sessions can be booked. - A voluntary daily fee covers meals, snacks, and consumables, with an option to opt out. - Late payment fees and late collection fees apply. - Closed during Easter, Christmas, Summer, and occasionally for church funerals. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Thursday: 7:30 - 17:30, Friday: 7:30 - 16:00 Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Branching Out Last inspected 10 June 2022 · Richard Sutcliffe 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 Children are confident, active and happy in this caring and nurturing nursery. They thrive on learning new skills and delight in opportunities to be creative, which helps develop fine motor skills. Nursery staff provide extra support for children to socialise, helping them to develop close bonds with staff and enabling them to express their emotions. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff provide an integrated curriculum focus that teaches children about other cultures and communities. - Staff encourage children's independence, even involving them in risk assessing the outdoor area before play. - Children behave very well, learning emotional regulation through mindfulness and books about emotions. - Staff skilfully integrate mathematics into everyday activities, helping children understand concepts like whole and half, and 2D shapes. - Leaders ensure staff well-being through relaxation spaces and regular supervision, leading to a happy and confident team. Areas to develop - 1 give children more thinking time so they can fully process their ideas and formulate their verbal response. Inspection #10239513 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188959) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that staff are 'an extension of family' and that the nursery is 'the perfect blend of caring family home and educational establishment'. > Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities talk about how the staff 'do everything they can' for their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities talk about how the staff 'do everything they can' for their children. Outdoor space Outside is where children develop their whole body balance and coordination. They leap skilfully over the low wall into the nursery field, where they create challenging obstacle courses and practice yoga poses, also developing their balance and flexibility. Inspection history Most recent inspection 10 June 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/50188959) ## Frequently asked about Branching Out ### Is Branching Out a good nursery? ### What is Branching Out's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Branching Out cost? ### Does Branching Out accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Branching Out take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Branching Out take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Branching Out's opening hours? ### What age range does Branching Out accept? ### Does Branching Out have outdoor space? ### How does Branching Out support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Branching Out? ### How do I contact Branching Out or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Clitheroe Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Branching Out. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Kids Planet Barrow Clitheroe · BB7 9BQ ](/nursery/kids-planet-barrow-bb7-9bq-2748084) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Padiwacks.co.uk Burnley · BB12 8DF 4.4(17 reviews) ](/nursery/padiwacks-co-uk-ltd-bb12-8df-ey362900) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 2.6 mi ### Oakhill School & Nursery Clitheroe · BB7 9AF ](/nursery/oakhill-nursery-and-early-years-bb7-9af-ey312065) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Kids Planet Padiham Burnley · BB12 7AP 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-padiham-bb12-7ap-2697660) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Fence Pre School Fence · BB12 9EE ](/nursery/fence-pre-school-bb12-9ee-ey458241) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Little Acorns Padiham Burnley · BB12 8RF ](/nursery/little-acorns-padiham-bb12-8rf-2689526) [See all nurseries in Clitheroe →](/search?q=Clitheroe) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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