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Clever Clogs Day Nursery in Doncaster

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
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4.4(7 parent reviews) ·186 Sandringham Road, Doncaster, DN2 5JE · Doncaster
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Doncaster

About this day nursery

Clever Clogs Day Nursery Ltd in Doncaster provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery focuses on supporting each child's individual development through carefully planned activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.

They offer a diverse range of engaging and educational experiences, understanding the importance of a child's first care experience. Emphasising a holistic approach, Clever Clogs also prioritises healthy eating with home-cooked meals, accommodating various dietary requirements.

The nursery is committed to supporting working parents by offering flexible session times and accepting government funding schemes for eligible families. Their team of qualified, first-aid trained, and DBS-checked staff ensures a safe and secure setting, complemented by CCTV security and off-street parking.

Operating 52 weeks a year, excluding bank holidays, Clever Clogs also provides before and after-school care services.

Our ethos

Clever Clogs Day Nursery Ltd's philosophy is rooted in supporting each child's individual development through carefully planned activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. They emphasise a holistic approach, integrating diverse educational experiences with a commitment to healthy eating and a nurturing, stimulating environment.

What it's like

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning and are supported by warm, nurturing staff. Children make good progress overall and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including starting school. Staff use their knowledge of children's interests and abilities well to systematically develop their skills and understanding.

Diverse age-appropriate activitiesHealthy home-cooked mealsGovernment funding acceptedQualified and first-aid trained staffBefore and after-school care

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
  • Meal charge£2.50 / session
  • Snacks charge£0.50 / session
  • Nappies charge£0.50 / session
  • Nappy bags charge£1.00 / session
  • Wet Wipes charge£1.00 / session

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:30 pm (can be extended to 7:00 pm upon request). Open 52 weeks a year, except bank holidays.

Session types

Full-day, Half-day, Before and after school care

Food

Healthy home cooked meals offered, catering to special dietary requirements. Parents can also provide packed lunches.

Age range

0-5 years old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Clever Clogs Day Nursery

Last inspected 20 November 2024 · Andrew Clark

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

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning and are supported by warm, nurturing staff. Children make good progress overall and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including starting school. Staff use their knowledge of children's interests and abilities well to systematically develop their skills and understanding.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff plan well to help children build sequentially on their previous learning, particularly for communication, personal and physical skills.
  • The nursery strongly supports children with SEND and disadvantaged learners, identifying gaps in learning early.
  • Staff place the development of children's language and enjoyment of books and songs at the centre of much of their learning.
  • Staff promote children's good behaviour and personal development well and successfully encourage politeness.
  • Leaders are ambitious, well-qualified, and strong role models, supporting staff professional development well.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the curriculum for mathematics to ensure that activities are matched to children's learning needs in order for them to consistently extend their knowledge of mathematical concepts
  • 2support staff to enhance their interactions with children so that they fully explore children's ideas and understanding and continually build on children's learning to help them make the best possible progress.
Inspection #10371822 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are very appreciative of the positive impact staff have on their children's independence, confidence and social skills.

Parents recommend the nursery very strongly.

They appreciate the warm and sensitive nature of all staff and the positive contribution they make to children's social and personal development.

Those who have children with SEND comment particularly on the high level of support support they receive to help them understand and support learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning and are supported by warm, nurturing staff. The nursery strongly supports children with SEND and disadvantaged learners. Leaders are very proactive in working with parents to ensure children receive the highest levels of support, making good use of staff skills, partnerships with other professionals, such as speech therapists, and additional funding to prepare children well for their further learning.

Outdoor space

Babies explore their environment indoors and outdoors safely. For example, they learn to climb up and down the nursery stairs with increasing confidence. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Clever Clogs Day Nursery

4.4
(7)
Bianca Hall
10 years ago

My son has been going since he was 3 mths old, and he loves it, it always takes a bit to convince him it's time to go home. The staff are always helpful, and are happy to advise you about any concerns you have. My son has bin there nearly 2yrs now, and have not had any concerns or issues with the nursery or staff.

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Hinni Kaur
9 years ago

Was my little girls last day today, shes beem going to this nursery 2 years and we as parents couldn't be happier. Very nice staff and excellent service.

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Inspection history

Date: July 2011

  • November 2024Good
  • April 2019Good
  • November 2015Good
  • April 2015Good
  • February 2014Requires improvement
  • July 2011Good

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