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Cherry Tree Nursery (Oxford)

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2024)
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5.0(1 parent reviews)
·Headington Community Centre, 39 Gladstone Road, OXFORD, OX3 8LL · Oxfordshire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2024
Local authority
Oxfordshire

About this day nursery

Cherry Tree Nursery (Oxford) Ltd, operating as Cherry Tree Kids Clubs, is dedicated to offering a structured, engaging, and secure environment for school-aged children within the Bexley Borough during out-of-school hours. " The facility ensures a stimulating atmosphere through a diverse range of activities, including sports, team games, arts and crafts, cooking, and drama.

Children also have the opportunity to complete homework with access to reference materials like encyclopedias and dictionaries. Cherry Tree Kids Clubs prides itself on employing a sufficient number of staff who hold recognised childcare qualifications, along with experienced volunteers.

All personnel undergo recent medical and police background checks and are trained in first aid. The club also highlights its commitment to learning benefits with small class sizes, a nurturing environment, a broad and varied curriculum, and individualised education plans for each child, all set in a pleasant background.

What it's like

Staff put children's best interests at the heart of their decision making, aiming to meet the needs of the local community. They welcome all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, creating a safe and happy space where children settle well. Staff's expertise supports children in navigating social interactions and developing essential skills.

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges flat session rates for Breakfast Club, After School Club, and Holiday Club with various session time options. All fees must be paid in advance to secure a child's place. No refunds or discounts are given for absences due to sickness, holidays, or school trips.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
  • Breakfast Club£7 / session
  • After School Club£14 / session
  • Holiday Club (10am – 4pm / 9am – 3pm)£23.30 / day
  • Holiday Club (8am – 6pm)£33.40 / day
  • Holiday Club (7.30am – 6pm)£35.60 / day

Good to know

  • All fees must be paid in advance to secure your child's place.
  • Sessions must be paid for even if the child is absent due to sickness, holidays, or school trips.
  • A written notice of three working weeks is required to cancel a child's place.
  • Payments can be made via BACS, debit/credit card, childcare vouchers, or Tax-Free Childcare.
  • Unpaid accounts are referred to a debt recovery agent, with interest and costs applied.

Key facts

Opening hours

9.15am to 2.45pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only.

Session types

Breakfast Club, After School Club, Holiday Club

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cherry Tree Nursery (Oxford)

Last inspected 23 October 2024 · Sarah Holley

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

Staff put children's best interests at the heart of their decision making, aiming to meet the needs of the local community. They welcome all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, creating a safe and happy space where children settle well. Staff's expertise supports children in navigating social interactions and developing essential skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Leadership is a real strength, positively impacting staff practice and children's outcomes.
  • Staff swiftly identify and provide tailored support for children needing extra help, ensuring they are integrated and make good progress.
  • The quality of teaching helps children to remember and apply new skills in their independent play.
  • Staff join in children's play in ways that enhance learning without interrupting their fun, carefully planning the learning environment.
  • Parent partnerships are a real strength, with parents holding staff in high regard and receiving effective support for learning at home.

Areas to develop

  • 1plan and deliver a more effective programme of experiences that help children learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others
  • 2help children gain an early understanding of online safety, to enhance their understanding of their own personal safety.
Inspection #10364051 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents could not hold staff in higher regard.

They give many examples of how they have been supported, and the progress their children make.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff go 'above and beyond' to welcome in children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff swiftly identify children who may need extra support, tailoring the curriculum to their needs from the start.

Parent Reviews of Cherry Tree Nursery (Oxford)

5.0
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Inspection history

Date: January 2013

  • October 2024Good
  • January 2019Good
  • April 2016Good
  • January 2013Requires improvement

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