Nursery Advice
Claim Your Nursery

Burton and South Derbyshire College Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
·Burton College, Lichfield Street, Burton-on-Trent, DE14 3RL · Staffordshire
Number of places
57 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Staffordshire

About this day nursery

Burton and South Derbyshire College Nursery, established in 1997, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30pm during term-time, this "Good" rated nursery (Ofsted, May 2022) focuses on creating an inclusive and nurturing environment in Burton-on-Trent.

Children are confident and settled, forming secure bonds with caring staff who prioritise their emotional well-being. The curriculum is broad and built around children's interests, offering a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities.

The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) has a strong understanding of children who may need additional support, ensuring the curriculum is adapted to meet individual needs and working closely with parents and other professionals. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on developing language skills, with staff engaging with babies and children to build their confidence in communication.

The outdoor space offers many opportunities for physical development, including low-level equipment for climbing and areas for babies to practise their physical skills. Parents consistently express satisfaction with the care provided, highlighting effective communication regarding their children's progress and guidance on supporting development at home.

What it's like

Children are confident and settled in this inclusive environment. They build secure bonds with caring staff, who welcome them warmly, helping them to feel safe and secure and promoting their emotional well-being. Staff get to know children well and are sensitive to their individual needs, fostering good behaviour and teaching respect for others.

Good Ofsted ratingNurturing environmentBroad curriculumSEND supportStrong language developmentOutdoor play

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 5.30pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Burton and South Derbyshire College Nursery

Last inspected 6 May 2022 · Jacqueline Coomer

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 and settled in this inclusive environment. They build secure bonds with caring staff, who welcome them warmly, helping them to feel safe and secure and promoting their emotional well-being. Staff get to know children well and are sensitive to their individual needs, fostering good behaviour and teaching respect for others.

Inspector highlights

  • The new manager has a clear vision for the nursery and supports children's learning and development.
  • Staff provide a broad curriculum that builds on children's interests with a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities.
  • The special educational needs coordinator has a good knowledge of children who may be at risk of falling behind and adapts the curriculum to meet individual needs.
  • Staff focus on supporting children's language skills and vocabulary from the outset, engaging with babies and children to build their confidence to talk and express themselves.
  • Parents are happy with the care provided and report that staff share information about their children's progress and help them understand how to support development at home.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the supervision and mentoring of staff to raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level
  • 2make greater use of opportunities during mealtime routines to maximise children's learning and independence.
Inspection #10116457 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are happy with the care provided at the nursery to their children and say that their children enjoy attending.

Parents comment that staff share information about their children's progress with them.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator has a good knowledge of any children who may be at risk of falling behind. She ensures that the curriculum is adapted to meet children's individual needs. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to help to support children's learning.

Outdoor space

The outdoor space has many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. Staff support children to carefully climb using low-level equipment outdoors, which helps to develop coordination. There is also space for babies to move around while they practise their growing physical skills.

Inspection history

Date: November 2011

  • May 2022Good
  • January 2016Outstanding
  • November 2011Outstanding

Frequently asked about Burton and South Derbyshire College Nursery

Nearby day nurseries in Burton-on-Trent

Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Burton and South Derbyshire College Nursery.

Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details.

Claim listing

Share this nursery

Send to a partner, friend or family member.

This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more