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Chatterbox Day Nursery # Chatterbox Day Nursery in Barnsley Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · 311 Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5TG · Barnsley Number of places 62 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Barnsley About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Chatterbox Children's Academy, located in Barnsley, provides a welcoming and nurturing environment for children aged 0-4 years. 30am, the nursery ensures children are well-prepared for their next steps in education. The setting received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 2nd June 2025. Children arrive with enthusiasm and are warmly greeted by familiar, caring staff, fostering a strong sense of belonging and emotional security. This contributes to children making positive strides in their development. The nursery offers clearly planned educational programmes, focusing on communication and language, personal, social and emotional development, and preparing children for school. Staff consistently model new words and encourage children's communication, helping them make good progress across all areas of learning. Chatterbox Children's Academy is inclusive, with staff working closely with parents and professionals to provide targeted support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Funding is used effectively to meet individual needs, ensuring all children make good progress from their starting points. Outdoor play is a key aspect of the nursery's provision, promoting physical development through a wide range of activities such as using spray bottles, scoops, and digging tools. This supports the development of both small and large muscles, building strength, coordination, and confidence in physical abilities. What it's like Children arrive at this welcoming and nurturing setting with enthusiasm. They are warmly greeted by familiar, caring staff, who know them well. This strong sense of belonging helps children settle quickly and feel emotionally secure. As a result, they make positive strides in their development and are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Warm & nurturing environment Strong parent partnerships Focus on language development Robust SEND support Engaging outdoor play Dedicated leadership ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm with an early start at 7.30am also being offered. Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Chatterbox Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10399702 Lead inspector Sipra Deb Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281401)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2511280) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=chatterbox-children-s-academy-s70-5tu-2511280) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Chatterbox Day Nursery Last inspected 2 June 2025 · Sipra Deb 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 arrive at this welcoming and nurturing setting with enthusiasm. They are warmly greeted by familiar, caring staff, who know them well. This strong sense of belonging helps children settle quickly and feel emotionally secure. As a result, they make positive strides in their development and are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Inspector highlights - The setting offers clearly planned educational programmes that are delivered in order. - Staff build warm and trusting relationships with children, particularly in the baby and toddler rooms. - Leaders are knowledgeable, passionate and committed to providing high-quality care and education. - Partnership with parents and external agencies is strong. - Children benefit from outdoor play that promotes their physical development. Areas to develop - 1 develop further the good quality of teaching to ensure all children consistently receive individualised support and challenge. Inspection #10399702 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281401) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work with parents and professionals to provide targeted support for children who need this. Funding is used well to meet individual children's needs. This means that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. The setting's highly inclusive approach ensures all children make good progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children benefit from outdoor play that promotes their physical development. Staff provide a wide range of activities, such as using spray bottles, scoops and digging tools. These support the development of both small and large muscles. Inspection history Date: December 2019 - June 2025 Good - December 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Chatterbox Day Nursery ### What part of the country is Chatterbox Day Nursery in? ### What stands out about Chatterbox Day Nursery? ### How does Chatterbox Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### When is Chatterbox Day Nursery open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Barnsley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Chatterbox Day Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Fenwood House Day Nursery Birdwell Birdwell, Barnsley · S70 5TF ](/nursery/fenwood-house-day-nursery-birdwell-s70-5tf-2790533) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Tots2teens Daycare Barnsley · S74 0ER ](/nursery/tots2teens-daycare-s74-0er-ey552440) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Rainbow Day Care Hoyland Barnsley · S74 9QS 3.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/rainbow-day-care-hoyland-s74-9qs-ey552322) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill Barnsley · S74 0RL ](/nursery/little-explorers-community-nursery-blackerhill-s74-0rl-2790772) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.8 mi ### Steps Community Nursery High Green · S35 3HY ](/nursery/steps-community-nursery-s35-3hy-300918) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Thorncliffe Park Day Nursery Sheffield · S35 2PH 3.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/thorncliffe-park-day-nursery-s35-2ph-ey555143) [See all nurseries in Barnsley →](/search?q=Barnsley) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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