Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

About this early years setting

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is in Clacton-on-Sea, providing care for children from birth to four years old. The nursery is open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year. At its inspection in October 2022, the nursery was judged to be Good by Ofsted.

The inspector noted that staff provide warm interactions and have strong bonds with the children. The setting supports children's communication skills, with staff attending speech and language training. Persona dolls are used to help children express themselves and manage their feelings. Children also learn about different cultures, including Black History Month and Diwali. The report recorded positive feedback from parents, who commented on their children's progress and how well supported they feel by the staff.

What it's like

The manager and provider at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten effectively support children's communication skills by teaching new signs and words, and encouraging vocal requests. They also prioritise children's personal, social, and emotional development using persona dolls to help children express themselves and manage worries. The setting maintains strong community ties, supporting home learning and parental engagement through workshops.