What is Cedar Tree Rocester's Ofsted rating?

Cedar Tree Rocester received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, with their last inspection dated 26th June 2025. This indicates they meet the required standards for quality and care, providing a positive environment for children to learn and develop.

Where can I find information about fees for Cedar Tree Rocester?

For detailed fee information, Cedar Tree Rocester encourages parents to contact the nursery directly. This ensures you receive the most current rates and can discuss the various session types available to suit your family's needs.

Does Cedar Tree Rocester accept funded hours?

Yes, Cedar Tree Rocester actively supports government funding initiatives. They accept the 15-hour entitlement for disadvantaged 2-year-olds, the universal 15-hour entitlement for 3 and 4-year-olds, and the 30-hour entitlement for working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds. These are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

What are the opening hours for Cedar Tree Rocester?

Cedar Tree Rocester operates Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm. This provides a flexible and supportive daily schedule for families, with various session lengths available to cater to diverse needs.

What age range does Cedar Tree Rocester cater for?

Cedar Tree Rocester provides childcare for children aged from 1 to 5 years old. The nursery aims to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children in this age range can thrive and develop at their own pace.

How does Cedar Tree Rocester promote communication and language development?

Cedar Tree Rocester places a strong focus on developing communication and language. Staff achieve this by "modelling clear speech, narrating play, and introducing new words in context," helping children become confident communicators within the nursery environment.

Does Cedar Tree Rocester offer real-life learning experiences?

Absolutely! Staff at Cedar Tree Rocester enhance children's learning by "providing real-life experiences, such as visits to local lakes and a nearby factory." This helps children understand their community and the wider world around them, making learning engaging and relevant.

How can I contact Cedar Tree Rocester?

You can get in touch with Cedar Tree Rocester by calling them on 01889 591035. They also have a website with more information available at http://www.cedartreerocester.co.uk/, which regularly keeps parents informed with updates.

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Q: How does Cedar Tree Rocester support children with special educational needs?

Cedar Tree Rocester creates an inclusive, well-resourced environment and builds strong, trusting relationships with all children, with a clear focus on meeting the needs of those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They also work closely with parents and external professionals to ensure consistent support.

Ofsted: Good

(Jun 2025)

·The Children's Centre, High Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 5JU · Staffordshire

Number of places

39 places

Age range

1–5 yrs

Last inspected

Jun 2025

Local authority

Staffordshire

About this day nursery

Cedar Tree Rocester offers childcare for children aged 12 months to 4 years, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. The nursery is committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment for families in Rocester and the surrounding areas, including Uttoxeter.

5 hours), catering to diverse family needs. They actively support government funding initiatives, including the 15-hour and 30-hour entitlements for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds, which are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Parents seeking detailed fee information are encouraged to contact the nursery directly via phone or email for the most current rates. The nursery observes bank holidays and closes for the Christmas week.

Cedar Tree Rocester also emphasises its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to effective learning, with further details about their curriculum and team available on their website. They are currently awaiting their Ofsted inspection, while information about their sister nursery's report is accessible online.

The nursery regularly keeps parents informed through updates on their website and social media channels.

What it's like

Children are at the heart of Cedar Tree Rocester's ethos. Staff create a warm, friendly, and welcoming environment where every child feels valued and secure, boosting their confidence and well-being. This nurturing atmosphere enables children to thrive.

Accepts government fundingFlexible session typesAwaiting Ofsted inspection

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

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

Session types

Full day (10 hours), Half day AM (5 hours), Half day PM (5 hours), School day (6 hours), Extended school day (7.5 hours)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm

Age range

12 months - 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2023

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cedar Tree Rocester

Last inspected 26 June 2025 · Sue Smith

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

Inspector highlights

Leaders demonstrate passion and commitment to delivering high-quality care and education, regularly reflecting on practice and taking clear steps to improve provision and teaching.
Staff enhance children's learning by providing real-life experiences, such as visits to local lakes and a nearby factory, helping children understand their community and the world.
The curriculum is exciting and stimulates children's interest, with positive staff interactions sparking curiosity and inspiring investigation and active learning.
Staff place a strong focus on developing communication and language through modelling clear speech, narrating play, and introducing new words in context, helping children become confident communicators.
Staff promote physical development effectively, with babies strengthening muscles on soft play and older children developing gross motor skills through climbing, scooting, and riding wheeled toys.

Areas to develop

1refine the organisation of daily routines, so that children of different ages and abilities are supported and effectively engaged during activities
2enrich opportunities for children to develop healthy lifestyles, supporting them to make and understand healthy choices.

Inspection #10399179 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Cedar Tree Rocester

Inspection date: Jun 2025
Inspection no.: 10399179
Lead inspector: Sue Smith

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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The Children's Centre, High Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 5JU

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm

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What parents say

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Parents say they feel confident leaving their children in the care of staff.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff create an inclusive, well-resourced environment and build strong, trusting relationships with all children, with a clear focus on meeting the needs of those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work closely with parents and external professionals to deliver consistent support.

Outdoor space

Staff promote healthy habits through daily outdoor play. Toddlers and pre-school children climb, scoot, and ride wheeled toys to develop gross motor skills.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

26 June 2025

Good

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

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About the setting

Cedar Tree Rocester registered in 2023. The setting employs 11 members of childcare staff, with seven holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery opens from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year and provides funded early education for eligible children.

URN: 2735207
Registered person: Cedar Tree Pre-School Ltd
Day care type: Full day care
Register: Early Years Register
Establishment type: Childcare on non-domestic premises

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