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Broughton (Sevenoaks)

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2021)
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4.7(3 parent reviews) ·Broughton Cottage, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 2TD · Kent
Number of places
52 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2021
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Broughton Cottage Day Nursery, re-established in 2019, is nestled within a charming private residence bordered by farmland in Dunton Green, an area of notable natural beauty. Conveniently located, it's a short stroll from Dunton Green mainline station and easily accessible from Sevenoaks, Knockholt, and the M25 Junction 4 corridor.

The nursery prides itself on its dedicated Forest School programme, providing children with immersive outdoor learning experiences that foster exploration and a connection with nature. This nurturing environment aims to provide comprehensive childcare and early education, embracing the natural surroundings as an extension of the learning space for children from Dunton Green, Sevenoaks, and surrounding communities.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery and with support, babies and younger children separate from their parents well. Older children demonstrate high levels of self-esteem and confidence as they actively explore the activities and resources available to them. Children are developing confidence as they build relationship with their key people and develop their communication and language skills.

Forest School programmeLocated near farmland and natureClose to Dunton Green station

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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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, between the hours of 7.30am to 6.30pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Broughton (Sevenoaks)

Last inspected 9 December 2021

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 warmly welcomed into the nursery and with support, babies and younger children separate from their parents well. Older children demonstrate high levels of self-esteem and confidence as they actively explore the activities and resources available to them. Children are developing confidence as they build relationship with their key people and develop their communication and language skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery and separate from their parents well.
  • Children have space to practise their physical skills and thoroughly enjoy their time at forest school.
  • Leaders and managers have a clear vision for the nursery and support staff development.
  • The whole team has established positive relationships with parents.
  • Children enjoy home-cooked, healthy and nutritious meals and are supported in developing their independence.

Areas to develop

  • 1review and strengthen the nursery's curriculum intent, to ensure that the youngest of children have opportunities to build on their individual learning through purposeful play and activities
  • 2further develop staff's use of interactions with children, to provide children with sufficient time to think and respond.
Inspection #10215259 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use additional funding to purchase resources to further promote communication and language.

Outdoor space

Great emphasise is held on children accessing outdoor play daily. Children have space to practise their physical skills as they use walker toys to aid standing and movement, and ride tricycles and scooters. Preschool children thoroughly enjoy their time at forest school, where they have the opportunity to take part in activities that they might not otherwise have access to.

Parent Reviews of Broughton (Sevenoaks)

4.7
(3)
Jack Dingle
2 years ago

We could not have been happier with the level of support, care and service provided by John, Michelle and the teams at Broughton. We found it to be is an excellent nursery..

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Demowe Demulder
5 years ago

Awesome environment for the kids and fantastic conversation with John. Looking forward to meeting again.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

9 December 2021

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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