--- title: "Circle of Friends Day Nursery, Coventry | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/circle-of-friends-day-nursery-cv6-6az-ey295271 description: "Circle of Friends Day Nursery in Coventry — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Circle of Friends Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 4.7 (3 Google reviews) · Lady Lane, Longford, Coventry, CV6 6AZ · Coventry Number of places 41 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Coventry ## About this day nursery Circle of Friends Day Nursery, located in Longford, Coventry, is an OFSTED-registered facility providing high-quality childcare and education for up to 41 children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The day nursery is committed to creating a stimulating and comfortable environment where all children feel included, secure, and valued. They foster strong, positive relationships with parents, believing that mutual respect and trust are key to a child's learning and development. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated team of well-trained and qualified staff, who are encouraged in their professional growth through continuous development and ongoing training. Staff members regularly attend educational courses to stay current with the latest childcare practices, legislation, and policies, ensuring that the care provided is always up-to-date and of the highest standard. This commitment to staff development helps to reinforce a strong, appreciative, and committed team, ultimately benefiting the children in their care. The nursery values individual achievement in both children and staff, contributing to a supportive and enriching atmosphere for everyone. Our ethos Circle of Friends Day Nursery is committed to creating a stimulating and comfortable environment where all children feel included, secure, and valued. They foster strong, positive relationships with parents, believing that mutual respect and trust are key to a child's learning and development. The nursery values individual achievement in both children and staff, contributing to a supportive and enriching atmosphere for everyone. What it's like Children arrive happy and excited to enter the nursery, where they can explore a bright and inviting space and select what they would like to do. Staff provide interesting activities, such as discovering wiggly worms and measuring them, to spark children's enjoyment in learning. Children also enjoy sharing books and acting out familiar stories during outdoor play, developing their literacy and imagination. OFSTED registered High-quality childcare and education Experienced and qualified staff Focus on positive parent relationships ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.circleoffriends.org.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and Christmas. Age range 6 weeks to 5 years Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Circle of Friends Day Nursery Last inspected 15 March 2023 · Nichola Patel 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 Inspector highlights - Children have established warm and trusting relationships with staff. - Children are prepared for school and the wider world, supported to carry out tasks independently. - Children have access to a wide range of mark-making materials that allow them to develop early writing skills. - Parent partnership is strong, and parents are kept up to date with their children's development. - Staff ensure that children develop healthy habits through outdoor exercise. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to recognise how to meet the needs of all children consistently, to maintain their engagement in activities - 2 give children more time to respond to questions, to further support their communication and language skills. Inspection #10279837 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214255) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on how they are kept up to date with their children's development through face-to-face discussions and the use of an online system. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with other agencies to ensure the needs of all children are met, particularly children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Leaders and managers support staff to access training that will give them an understanding of how to meet the development needs of the children in their care. Outdoor space During outdoor play, staff tell children familiar stories and support them in using their imagination to act out what they hear. Staff also ensure that children develop healthy habits through outdoor exercise, such as playing the 'traffic light game' to gain an awareness of how their heart beats after running. ## Google Reviews of Circle of Friends Day Nursery 4.7 (3 Google reviews) Usha Antony 3 years ago My son went to this nursery for 2 years. Very supportive and kind staff. Especially Saffron and the manager Naz. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlZ2MyZjJnRRAB!2m1!1s0x48774c1a55fa282b:0xb03eccceee337b33) Jane Ridley 3 years ago I added this picture and the exact location with the pic.. As on Google maps.. its actually not showing that .. its after the empowerment church Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlNkk3WXBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x48774c1a55fa282b:0xb03eccceee337b33) Rafal Kolodziej 3 years ago Great nursery, very professional approach to children, very nice people. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoaUtDQUlnEAE!2m1!1s0x48774c1a55fa282b:0xb03eccceee337b33) Reviews from Google for Circle of Friends Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=12699813188363057971&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2010 - March 2023 Good - August 2017 Good - March 2014 Good - March 2013 Good - March 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Circle of Friends Day Nursery ### How did Circle of Friends Day Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What are the opening hours at Circle of Friends Day Nursery? ### What kind of childcare setting is Circle of Friends Day Nursery? ### Does Circle of Friends Day Nursery take babies? ### How does Circle of Friends Day Nursery support children with special educational needs? ### Who makes up the staff team at Circle of Friends Day Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Coventry Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Circle of Friends Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Kaleidoscope Nursery Warwickshire · CV6 7BP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kaleidoscope-nursery-cv6-7bp-507762 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Banana Moon Day Nursery Longford Coventry · CV6 6AR 3.4(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/banana-moon-day-nursery-longford-cv6-6ar-2579151 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Early Learning Camp Coventry · CV7 9FW 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-early-learning-camp-cv7-9fw-ey553528 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Ladybird Pre-school Coventry · CV6 7ED https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ladybird-pre-school-cv6-7ed-511527 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Flutterbies Day Nursery - Tommies Childcare Coventry · CV6 4LB 4.6(24 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/flutterbies-day-nursery-tommies-childcare-cv6-4lb-ey418306 - Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Blossom Tree Nursery (Pre-school & Holiday Club) Coventry · CV6 7HD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/blossom-tree-daycare-ltd-cv6-7hd-ey365814 See all nurseries in Coventry →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Coventry ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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