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Cats Whiskers Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
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4.9(13 parent reviews) ·35 Florence Road, Bournemouth, BH5 1HJ · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole
Number of places
44 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

About this day nursery

Cats Whiskers Day Nursery in Bournemouth provides a nurturing environment where learning and childcare are integrated for babies and children. The nursery focuses on supporting children's development through engaging and enjoyable activities based on their individual interests, aligning with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

Their approach ensures that children learn effectively by having fun. The nursery operates for 51 weeks a year, closing only for Bank Holidays and the Christmas week, with opening hours from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday.

Fees are designed to be inclusive, covering meals such as breakfast, mid-morning fruit snacks, drinks, a two-course lunch, and high tea, along with extra-curricular activities like speech and language support, tennis, yoga, and music workshops. They also accept various government funding schemes to help parents with childcare costs, including universal and working parent entitlements.

Our ethos

The nurserys' ethos encompasses learning through play. By using the child's interests as a starting point, the staff plan, support and extend children's learning and tailor the Early Years Foundation Stage into fun and exciting activities that capture the children's attention and imagination. Children will learn far more if they are having fun.

What it's like

Children receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome. They respond positively to staff and learn in a fun and safe place. Children have a positive attitude to learning and enjoy activities, developing large-muscle control and coordination.

Learning through playInclusive feesExtracurricular activitiesAccepts government funding

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers half-day and full-day sessions for non-funded hours. Fees include all meals, snacks, and extra-curricular activities. Funded places are subject to an hourly all-inclusive package charge varying by age and funding type.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)

Good to know

  • Fees include breakfast, mid-morning fruit, drinks, lunch, high tea, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Minimum booking of 4 sessions (half days) for non-funded hours.
  • Funded hours are subject to an all-inclusive package hourly fee.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm, 51 weeks of the year (Closed Bank Holidays and Christmas week)

Food

Fees include breakfast, mid-morning fruit snacks, drinks, a well-balanced 2-course lunch and high tea where appropriate.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2000

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cats Whiskers Day Nursery

Last inspected 17 November 2021 · Rachel Cornish

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 receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome. They respond positively to staff and learn in a fun and safe place. Children have a positive attitude to learning and enjoy activities, developing large-muscle control and coordination.

Inspector highlights

  • Children receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome.
  • Children have a positive attitude to learning and are eager to join in the activities planned for them.
  • Children have formed secure emotional attachments with all staff.
  • Children are happy and busy throughout the day.
  • Children grow in confidence as they access the well-resourced environment, indoors and outdoors.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to make a clear link between the intent and delivery of planned activities, so that children are fully challenged and engaged
  • 2improve the organisation of routine events, so that children remain engaged at all times.
Inspection #10125806 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents state that their children are happy and settled at the nursery. They say that the staff are 'kind, caring and professional' and regard the setting as a 'home from home' environment.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinators work well in partnership with parents, other agencies and staff to reduce any gaps in children's development. They quickly respond to any developmental concerns. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included in all activities.

Outdoor space

Children grow in confidence as they access the well-resourced environment, indoors and outdoors. Staff use their outdoor space to provide verbal feedback to parents while maintaining social distancing guidelines.

Parent Reviews of Cats Whiskers Day Nursery

4.9
(13)
Neil Mullins
6 years ago

Family run nursery with a great team

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Henry Neves-Charge
2 months ago

We couldn't be more grateful that both our boys have attended Cats Whiskers. We've tried four different nurseries over the years and CW stand out above all the rest. The music and family-oriented approach is great.

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Lyna DG
2 months ago

My 3 year old attends Cats Whiskers Day Nursery, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the care they provide. The staff are incredibly caring, loving, and kind, and they always make my little girl feel safe, happy, and valued. It’s clear that everyone there truly cares about the children. They go beyond your imagination to make sure each child is looked after, supported, and encouraged to grow. Everyday she attends and I know she will be in good hands which gives me great peace of mind as a parent. I’m so grateful for the wonderful team and everything they do for the children. I would highly recommend Cats Whiskers Day Nursery to any parent looking for a warm, nurturing environment for their child.

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Clare Green
2 months ago

Such a lovely, friendly team who make my little one feel so welcome. We are always greeted with smiles and such warmth. Communication is great and we’re always updated.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2005

  • November 2021Good
  • April 2015Outstanding
  • January 2010Good
  • March 2007Good
  • January 2005Good

Frequently asked about Cats Whiskers Day Nursery

About the setting

Cats Whiskers Day Nursery registered in 2000. It is a privately owned nursery and operates from a converted house in Boscombe, Bournemouth. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. It receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two and three years. The owner employs 12 members of staff, 11 of whom hold appropriate childcare qualifications at level 2 or above. The manager holds early years professional status.

URN
100462
Registered person
Brian Pringle & Jacqueline Pringle Partnership
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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