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Children 1st @ Leicester # Children 1st @ Leicester Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2024) · 4.5 (22 parent reviews) · Tarragon Road, LEICESTER, LE2 7ET · Leicester Number of places 123 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Leicester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Children 1st @ Leicester offers an Ofsted-Outstanding learning environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, focusing on a holistic approach that nurtures each child's individual story. The nursery prides itself on its strong sense of community, viewing itself as an extended family for both children and parents. They emphasise outdoor exploration and engaging activities within a well-resourced, open-plan setting to promote independence, communication, and early numeracy skills. The nursery's admissions process involves registering interest online, visiting the facility to meet the team and understand their offerings, and then confirming a place with a registration fee and deposit. They use the Famly parent app for daily updates and communication. Children are supported through settling-in sessions and assigned a key person to ensure their individual needs are met as they transition through different stages of nursery life and prepare for school. The fees are inclusive of infant formula, milk, home-cooked meals and snacks, health and hygiene consumables, and extracurricular activities. The nursery operates year-round, closing only for Christmas week and two annual staff training days, with monthly invoicing for easier financial planning. Sibling and full-time attendance discounts are also available. What it's like Children exude joy and excitement as they enter the nursery, confidently leaving their parents and carers to begin their day. They display high levels of motivation as they explore, investigate, and practise their skills, showing respect for each other and their environment with exemplary behaviour. Older children also display exceptionally high levels of independence as they confidently navigate their way through daily routines, preparing them well for school. Ofsted Outstanding Outdoor Exploration Whole Child Approach Community-focused Inclusive Fees ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Business Days: 8 am - 6 pm; Mornings: 8 am - 1 pm; Afternoons: 1 pm - 6 pm; Nursery days: 8 am - 5 pm Age range 6 weeks to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 20 June 2024 · Kate Scheel Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children exude joy and excitement as they enter the nursery, confidently leaving their parents and carers to begin their day. They display high levels of motivation as they explore, investigate, and practise their skills, showing respect for each other and their environment with exemplary behaviour. Older children also display exceptionally high levels of independence as they confidently navigate their way through daily routines, preparing them well for school. Inspector highlights - Children form extremely secure attachments with staff, who use their in-depth knowledge to provide meaningful learning experiences and high standards of care. - Highly effective interactions from staff help children to become confident communicators, using a wide range of vocabulary to express themselves. - Parents speak very highly of the nursery, and staff provide a wealth of information to support parents in understanding children's progress and enhancing learning at home. - Staff skilfully encourage children to develop positive attitudes and persevere at tasks, helping them to overcome frustration and experience a sense of achievement. - There is a particularly strong focus on creating an inclusive environment where all children thrive and reach their full potential. Inspection #10337167 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253602) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Children 1st @ Leicester Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10337167 Lead inspector Kate Scheel Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253602)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY315827) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.storal.com/nursery-school/children-1st-leicester-nursery-school) Tarragon Road, LEICESTER, LE2 7ET Opening hours Business Days: 8 am - 6 pm; Mornings: 8 am - 1 pm; Afternoons: 1 pm - 6 pm; Nursery days: 8 am - 5 pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.14494/52.62787/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LEICESTER - [Day nurseries in LEICESTER](/search?q=LEICESTER) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=children-1st-leicester-le2-7et-ey315827) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There is a particularly strong focus on creating an inclusive environment where all children thrive and reach their full potential. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive exceptional support. Staff work in very close partnership with parents and other professionals to ensure that appropriate care and education plans are swiftly put into place. Outdoor space When playing outside, some younger children are unable to operate peddle bikes. Staff patiently explain and show them how to coordinate their movements, encouraging them to develop and practise new skills. Inspection history Date: October 2009 - June 2024 Outstanding - July 2018 Outstanding - April 2014 Good - October 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Children 1st @ Leicester ### What is Children 1st @ Leicester's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Children 1st @ Leicester? ### Does Children 1st @ Leicester accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Children 1st @ Leicester? ### How does Children 1st @ Leicester support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)? ### What age range does Children 1st @ Leicester cater for? ### Does Children 1st @ Leicester provide meals and snacks? ### How does Children 1st @ Leicester involve parents in their child's learning journey? ### How can I contact Children 1st @ Leicester? ## About the setting Children 1st @ Leicester registered in 2005 and is located in Leicester. The nursery employs 27 members of childcare staff, of whom 19 hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, except on bank holidays and for a week at Christmas. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY315827 Registered person Breedon House Nurseries Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in LEICESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Children 1st @ Leicester. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Kids Corner Nursery Leicestershire · LE3 0BG 4.7(21 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-corner-nursery-ltd-le3-0bg-ey452452) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Allexton Day Nursery Leicester · LE3 5PB 4.8(18 reviews) ](/nursery/allexton-day-nursery-le3-5pb-ey347961) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Wingfield Nursery Leicester · LE3 0QS ](/nursery/wingfield-nursery-ltd-le3-0qs-226998) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Westleigh Nursery Leicester · LE3 0HH 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/westleigh-nursery-ltd-le3-0hh-226996) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leicester Central Leicester · LE1 5JN 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-leicester-central-le1-5jn-2727416) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Mindful Me Nursery Leicester · LE3 6AN ](/nursery/mindful-me-nursery-le3-6an-2713215) [See all nurseries in LEICESTER →](/search?q=LEICESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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