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Cherubs Mapperley

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2022)
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4.0(8 parent reviews) ·400 Westdale Lane, Mapperley, Nottingham, NG3 6DG · Nottinghamshire
Number of places
73 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2022
Local authority
Nottinghamshire

About this day nursery

Cherubs Nurseries has been providing childcare for over 25 years, stemming from founder Susan Mills' personal quest for suitable childcare for her own child in 1993. The group has grown significantly since then, evolving to offer a network of nurseries across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, each dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for children's early development.

They emphasise aiding families in navigating the complexities of childcare costs by supporting various government funding initiatives. Cherubs Nurseries regularly receives accolades, including recognition as a top nursery group and top recommended nurseries in the East Midlands, with individual staff members also receiving awards.

The organisation is committed to continuous improvement and community engagement.

What it's like

The children who attend this nursery are becoming curious learners. They develop their hand control and follow instructions, while also developing a love for reading. Children's vocabulary develops through role play and describing natural textures, demonstrating secure learning.

Established in 1993Accepts Government FundingAward-winning

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

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cherubs Mapperley

Last inspected 20 December 2022 · Charlotte Whalley

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

The children who attend this nursery are becoming curious learners. They develop their hand control and follow instructions, while also developing a love for reading. Children's vocabulary develops through role play and describing natural textures, demonstrating secure learning.

Inspector highlights

  • The management team has worked tirelessly to drive improvements since the last inspection.
  • Staff have developed their professional knowledge, especially in promoting children's communication and language skills.
  • Children learn to look after their bodies and manage personal care needs, including participating in yoga sessions.
  • Staff have embedded routines where children actively participate in creating a safe and well-organised environment.
  • The manager and staff arrange opportunities for children to learn about the world around them through community outings and sports sessions.

Areas to develop

  • 1continue to support staff to implement the curriculum specifically for older babies, so that they are continually focused and involved in learning
  • 2adapt the organisation of transitions and routine activities to reduce waiting times, so children maintain their positive behaviour
  • 3revise the systems for sharing information about children's next steps, so staff and parents have up-to-date information about children's learning and development goals.
Inspection #10229126 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents confirm that their children are making good progress. They describe the learning that their children have gained through attending the nursery.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager uses additional funding to enhance the experiences of those children entitled to it. Staff make sure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities access the services that they need. Timely referrals are made to safeguard children and their families.

Outdoor space

Pre-school children demonstrate their secure learning as they role play 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' in the garden. Staff support pre-school children to describe the natural textures they find outside while making up their version of 'That's not my Christmas Tree'. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Cherubs Mapperley

4.0
(8)
Emma Ireland
10 months ago

Absolutely adore this nursery. My daughter has been so well taken care of since starting in February. They keep the rooms appropriately split by age so I found comfort in there being a relatively small baby room with other children her age to ease her in when she started. It feels like a 2nd family there and my daughter gets so excited to go and gets her own shoes in the morning and heads to the door, sometimes well before we need to leave! The girls are thoughtful, kind, fun and really take care of the children and it’s so lovely to see. My son was in a different nursery and I am impressed daily by how much of a more caring, personal and professional nursery cherubs is to the one he went to. The activities they do with the kids are brilliant and age appropriate, they have introduced my daughter to some really lovely (and sometimes messy) things that I don’t have time to do often at home. My daughter also has a dairy allergy and we have never had any problem with them supporting her dietary requirements. Their communication on the app throughout the day is brilliant too, I don’t go a day without having some lovely photos uploaded to see what she’s enjoying. Thank you cherubs and all of you beauties that work there!

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Tom Bennett
a year ago

Prices gone up 56% since April 2022. Not sustainable. Pricing maybe transparent however the rate of inflation isn't inline with any other service providers. Numerous platforms... 1 Google and 1 Facebook review, Please dont try to paint me as somthing im not, and do feel free to reply to my email on Monday.

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Harriet Hearn
in the last week

My Son has been going twice a week since 14 months old. All the staff are so friendly and caring and he’s constantly learning new things. He seems so happy there which really puts our minds at ease. Thank you!

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Lauren Haddon
in the last week

My daughter attends cherubs twice a week and loves it there! She has made so many special bonds with children and staff, she has also accomplished so much at such a young age. Everyday is such a fun, filled, messy play day for her. I am very thankful. xx

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Natalie
in the last week

Cherubs mapperley have become an integral part of our daughter's development. The staff at the nursery make such an effort to know all of the children by name, it's as if family are caring for our child. We have been blown away by the kindness and care from all the staff members. From the lovely manager Ellie greeting us with her warm smile to the wonderful staff such as Meg, Leah, Courtney and Jasmine. All absolutely wonderful, there are too many to name! It is a great blessing to have found such a wonderful nursery for our little girl. Our daughter absolutely loves coming to cherubs, she has made many friends and looks forward to her two days a week. With another baby on the way, we will without hesitation be sending them next year. I highly recommend this nursery.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2022

Date: February 2022

  • December 2022Good
  • February 2022Requires improvement

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