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Brishing Barn Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
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5.0(8 parent reviews) ·Brishing Lane, Maidstone, ME17 4NF · Kent
Number of places
80 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Brishing Barn Nursery, situated in a beautiful Grade II listed barn in Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone, has been providing a nurturing environment since October 2011. The nursery welcomes children from 3 months up to 5 years old, focusing on making learning enjoyable and supporting their overall growth, including their behaviour and emotional well-being.

They aim to deliver high-quality education and care, equipping children with the confidence and skills needed for school. A unique feature of Brishing Barn Nursery is the provision of Nursery Cam, allowing parents to observe their children throughout the day.

The nursery is continually proud of its offerings and strives for excellence in all aspects of its childcare services. They also offer various funded early years education options and encourage prospective parents to arrange a visit to explore their facilities.

What it's like

Children are welcomed warmly and develop secure attachments with their key persons. They learn to be kind and respectful, with staff supporting them to regulate emotions. Children gain good physical skills in the large outdoor area, confidently moving their bodies in various ways.

Grade II listed barn settingNursery Cam for parentsFunded Early Years Education offered

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

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm, all year round.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Brishing Barn Nursery

Last inspected 13 May 2022

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 welcomed warmly and develop secure attachments with their key persons. They learn to be kind and respectful, with staff supporting them to regulate emotions. Children gain good physical skills in the large outdoor area, confidently moving their bodies in various ways.

Inspector highlights

  • Children access good-quality learning with engaging activities.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well by a knowledgeable SENCo.
  • Children are ready for their next stage of learning, including transition to school, by developing independence.
  • Staff build positive relationships with parents and offer extended settling-in periods.
  • Meal and snack times are positive, enjoyable experiences that encourage engagement and independence.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide children with a greater level of challenge during activities to further extend on their ongoing learning, particularly in the older age ranges
  • 2continue to strengthen and embed support for newer and less-experienced staff, to help raise the good level of practice even further when interacting with children during play.
Inspection #10228544 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that the staff are friendly and approachable, which has helped ease any concerns when leaving their children.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well. The knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) supports staff and parents when making referrals to outside agencies that can offer additional support. The SENCo works closely with outside agencies and specialist provisions to ensure that children can make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

All children gain good physical skills in the large outside area. They confidently move their bodies in a variety of ways, using steps to access slides and scooting on tricycles. Staff allow children to take developmentally appropriate risks to extend their learning, such as balancing on a tyre trail.

Parent Reviews of Brishing Barn Nursery

5.0
(8)
jon edwards
9 months ago

This nursery has to be the best in Maidstone by far. Due to house moves we’ve had our children in a few settings in Maidstone and BB stands head and shoulders above them all. The staff really get to know your children and both of our kids developed strong bonds with their key person. You really see the care and attention the whole team put in. They do long hours here, but even at the end of the working day you always receive positivity and professionalism. The setting is lovely and well maintained and the kids are always involved in fun, educational and engaging activities. Genuinely sad that our youngest is now moving on. Thank you Brishing Barn, you’ve been amazing!

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Martin Gibson
6 years ago

Our little girl is due shortly, after visiting lots of nurseries in our local area we were not sure which nursery would be best for us. After visiting Brishing barn our minds were made up, great staff, very welcoming, and the children all looked very happy. I am very lucky to have them on my door step.

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Shelley Weeks
12 years ago

Such a warm, friendly place. My little boy have been going here since he was 7 months and is now just over two. They were pretty new at this when he started, but the improvements just keep coming. Can't fault them, or praise them enough.

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Elena Patten
9 years ago

An outstanding nursery, I cannot thank Natalie, Jo and the team enough for everything they do.

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Fiona Beardwell
13 years ago

My son loves it there and the staff are so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend it!

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Inspection history

Date: October 2012

  • May 2022Good
  • November 2016Good
  • August 2013Good
  • October 2012Good

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