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Cherry Tree Nursery in Carlisle

Ofsted: Expected standard·
5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Unit 23, Petteril Side, Carlisle, CA1 2SQ · Cumberland
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2026
Local authority
Cumberland

About this day nursery

Cherry Tree Nursery, established in 2025, is a childcare setting located in Carlisle, offering care for children aged 0-3 years. The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, providing a consistent routine for children.

The dedicated staff team prioritises a warm and nurturing environment, ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), feel safe and included. The nursery implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, though the report notes a need for further development in curriculum design to ensure it is precisely focused and builds cumulatively over time.

Children enjoy exploring the outdoor area, engaging in activities such as navigating hills and building sandcastles, fostering their physical development and imagination. Parents consistently express positive feedback about the staff and the quality of communication regarding their children's progress.

While the nursery has experienced recent leadership changes and some areas for improvement have been identified in the inspection, there is a clear commitment from the team to address these to enhance the overall quality of provision.

Our ethos

Cherry Tree Nursery is committed to fostering individual growth and development by creating a family-like atmosphere where children feel special and understood. They support children through hands-on experiences and play-based learning in a nurturing environment.

What it's like

Children are looked after by kind, attentive, and caring staff. They are encouraged to explore the environment and activities, and staff provide specific praise for their achievements. Despite some leadership challenges, children enjoy the setting and are developing skills across various learning areas.

Kind, attentive staffStrong SEND supportPositive parent feedbackOutdoor playEarly intervention

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

Catered nutritious meals, a range of healthy snacks, and cows’ milk or dairy-free alternatives are included. Food is catered to needs.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 18:00

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All_year

Staff

Unknown

Established

2025

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Expected standard

Last inspected Jan 2026

Headline: Expected standard

Grade summary

Exceptional
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Strong standard
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Expected standard
Needs attention
Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementExpected standard
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesExpected standard
Children's welfare and wellbeingExpected standard
Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
InclusionExpected standard
Leadership and governanceNeeds attention
Age range
0 to 3
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cherry Tree Nursery

Last inspected 16 January 2026 · Katie Sparrow

Safeguarding effective

Actions the provider must take

  • Ensure that at least half of all staff hold at least an approved level 2 qualification.
  • Ensure closer oversight of the quality of the provision that includes supervision for staff, particularly those with manager roles, that provides support, coaching and training that fosters continuous improvement.
  • Design and implement a well-informed curriculum that takes into account the individual needs, interests and development of children.

What it's like to attend

Children are looked after by kind, attentive, and caring staff. They are encouraged to explore the environment and activities, and staff provide specific praise for their achievements. Despite some leadership challenges, children enjoy the setting and are developing skills across various learning areas.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are cared for by kind, attentive and caring staff.
  • Staff effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
  • Early intervention ensures children receive the support needed to progress.
  • Staff are enthusiastic and bring joy to children's play.
  • Staff promote healthy habits through everyday routines.

Areas to develop

  • 1Ensure that at least half of all staff hold at least an approved level 2 qualification.
  • 2Ensure closer oversight of the quality of the provision that includes supervision for staff, particularly those with manager roles, that provides support, coaching and training that fosters continuous improvement.
  • 3Design and implement a well-informed curriculum that takes into account the individual needs, interests and development of children.
Inspection #2843522 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported by skilled and knowledgeable staff and leaders. Early identification and implementation of individual plans ensure children are given opportunities to thrive, with proactive efforts to secure funding and professional support. While some strategies are in early stages, there is a commitment to continuous improvement for supporting children's needs across all aspects of nursery life.

Outdoor space

Outside, children use a range of large and small muscles as they navigate the steep hills and make castles in the sand pit. They tell their friends, "my bucket is full now, let's tip it out."

Parent Reviews of Cherry Tree Nursery

5.0
(1)
Peter Huggon
7 months ago

Fantastic nursery, we moved the boy to cherry tree from its sister setting due to his learning difficulties, seemed idle to be in a slightly quieter setting. The staff have been absolutely fantastic with him, SENCO team have been amazing with him and us, guiding us through every step of the process. Every day as he sees the fence from the car window, he instantly breaks out with a massive smile and practically drags us to the nursery door. Great feedback and easy to see what he’s been up to through their app, including pictures. Even taken him for a trip to the farm which he loved.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

16 January 2026

Expected standard

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

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