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[South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Busy Lizzy Nursery # Busy Lizzy Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Fant Hall, Fant Lane, MAIDSTONE, ME16 8NN · Kent Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2021 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Busy Lizzy Nursery in Maidstone offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, focusing on developmental play and exploration. The nursery is equipped with modern facilities, including a dedicated outdoor play area and a broad selection of age-appropriate toys that encourage both learning and discovery. Their curriculum is designed to support growth across all domains—physical, social, emotional, and cognitive—through diverse activities ranging from artistic messy play to engaging outdoor adventures, singing, and storytelling. They are committed to fostering a safe and happy space where every child can flourish and achieve their full potential. The team consists of experienced and passionate early childhood educators who continually engage in professional development to uphold high standards of care and education. The nursery prioritises effective communication with parents and provides nutritious meals as part of their comprehensive approach to childcare. Our ethos Busy Lizzy Nursery is committed to fostering a safe and happy space where children can flourish. They focus on developmental play and exploration, supporting growth across all domains—physical, social, emotional, and cognitive—through diverse activities. Their approach includes artistic messy play, outdoor adventures, singing, and storytelling, all facilitated by experienced educators dedicated to high standards of care and education. What it's like Children are very happy, content and confident. They settle quickly, developing close relationships and bonds with staff. They confidently explore and experiment in their play, extending this from inside to outside. Children feel good about themselves. They are constantly encouraged and praised. Play-based learning Outdoor exploration Nutritious food provided Experienced educators ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.busylizzynursery.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 9am - 3pm, Monday - Friday Term time / All Year Term Time Food Nutritious Food Provided ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Lizzy Nursery Inspection date Oct 2021 Inspection no. 10175198 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171844)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY557385) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.busylizzynursery.co.uk) Fant Hall, Fant Lane, MAIDSTONE, ME16 8NN [© 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#/0.49021/51.26619/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near MAIDSTONE - [Day nurseries in MAIDSTONE](/search?q=MAIDSTONE) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-lizzy-nursery-ltd-me16-8nn-ey557385) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Lizzy Nursery Last inspected 11 October 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 very happy, content and confident. They settle quickly, developing close relationships and bonds with staff. They confidently explore and experiment in their play, extending this from inside to outside. Children feel good about themselves. They are constantly encouraged and praised. Inspector highlights - The staff team work well together. They promote consistency and continuity for children and their families. - Children develop close relationships and friendships with their peers. They learn to take turns and appreciate other children's contributions in their play. - Staff support children's development of communication and language. - Children with additional needs receive positive support to help them close gaps in their development. - Staff have a clear knowledge of supporting children with gaps in their learning. They work with other professionals and children's parents to provide a consistent approach to children's progress. Areas to develop - 1 n support staff's understanding of ensuring children of differing levels of confidence have opportunities to fully participate in all learning experiences. Inspection #10175198 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171844) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with additional needs receive positive support to help them close gaps in their development. Staff use many different ways to encourage communication and understanding through gestures, pictures, expressive language, expressions and speech. They use effective open-ended questions to help children to think for themselves and express their needs. Outdoor space Children confidently explore and experiment in their play, extending this from inside to outside. Staff encourage them to extend their play outdoors to gain fresh air. Children learn about keeping active and healthy through physical play. ## Parent Reviews of Busy Lizzy Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLdC3mmSEQXyBkyk78RAxpdlp9hKyccAxbCBjTEMEa2337k2w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Gillian Wlodarski a year ago I have had permission to share this review which was sent via messenger to the preschool. Dear Teachers, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for all the assistance and guidance you have provided to my daughter, Mikaela. She has truly enjoyed her time at nursery, and it is all thanks to your caring and dedicated support. We will miss you all very much. Thanks agian Miss. Claire, Miss. Gill and Team🥰 With gratitude Rony Thomas & Nimya Rony Parent of Mikaela Rony [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNick9LbnV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47df33fb33f6e9e7:0x6bebc8510fc16733) Reviews from Google for Busy Lizzy Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7776529432067532595&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 11 October 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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