I honestly cannot recommend Clocktower Childcare enough. I was so worried about my little one starting nursery, but from the very first moment he started, all of those worries completely disappeared. He has been so happy, so settled and so clearly loved and cared for every single day. The staff are truly incredible so kind, patient, attentive and nurturing. They go above and beyond to understand each child and make them feel safe and included. They have been so supportive with Reg speech development, always encouraging him, working with him in such gentle and positive ways, and making sure he feels confident and understood. That means more to me than I can ever explain. You can see how much effort they put into making learning fun and engaging for the children, always finding creative ways to teach, play and even give little treats that make their day extra special. It’s such a warm, positive and loving environment. Knowing my boy is in such safe and caring hands gives me complete peace of mind. He goes in happy and comes out with the biggest smile on his face, and as a parent there is nothing more reassuring than that. Thank you so much to the whole team for the love, patience and dedication you show every day!
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About this day nursery
Clocktower Childcare Ltd, a childcare setting in Snodland, operates Monday to Friday, from 9am until 5pm, 48 weeks of the year. Registered in 2013, the nursery offers a welcoming environment where children aged 2 to 4 years confidently settle into their day.
The managers regularly reflect on what works well and how they can support improvements, while newly recruited staff receive regular feedback and support, contributing to a positive and effective learning environment. The setting places a strong emphasis on independence, encouraging children to take initiative in daily routines, such as finding their own lunchboxes.
This approach helps children develop essential skills for future learning. The nursery boasts excellent outdoor facilities, including a garden area for imaginative play where children can create pretend potions using herbs.
Additionally, daily visits to the school playground's forest area provide exciting opportunities for climbing trees and building structures with crates and planks, fostering collaboration and exploration. The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) works closely with external agencies to ensure effective support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including making appropriate referrals for those with developmental delays like speech and language.
Staff implement strategies to support children awaiting interventions, leading to good progress for children with SEND. Parents describe Clocktower Childcare Ltd as a "family" and "homely" environment, highlighting the strong sense of community and care.
Staff also encourage children to discuss their feelings and emotions, promoting their personal and emotional development.
What it's like
Staff organise the environment in a way that is inviting and supports children to settle in quickly. Children confidently start their day, knowing which room to go to and engaging in play. They have access to a garden area for imaginative play and make daily visits to a forest area in the school playground for exciting activities.
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
Ofsted rating for Clocktower Childcare
Last inspected 22 November 2023
What it's like to attend
Staff organise the environment in a way that is inviting and supports children to settle in quickly. Children confidently start their day, knowing which room to go to and engaging in play. They have access to a garden area for imaginative play and make daily visits to a forest area in the school playground for exciting activities.
Inspector highlights
- The managers regularly reflect on what works well and how they can support improvements.
- Newly recruited staff have regular meetings with the management team and receive regular feedback on practice.
- Staff understand what they are teaching children and promote their independence throughout the day.
- The special education needs coordinator (SENCo) works with external agencies to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well.
- Staff encourage children to talk about their feelings and emotions, promoting their personal and emotional development.
Areas to develop
- 1strengthen staff understanding of their roles and responsibilities to ensure they are consistently supporting children, particularly regarding care practices
- 2improve the organisation of transition times, including lunchtime, to minimise disruption to children's learning and ensure children remain engaged and focused.
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
They describe it as a 'family' and 'homely' environment.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
The special education needs coordinator (SENCo) works with external agencies to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. The SENCo makes appropriate referrals for children who may be delayed in their learning, such as their speech and language. Staff use strategies to help support children while they wait for interventions to start, and as a result, children with SEND are making good progress.
Children have access to a garden area where they engage in imaginative play, using herbs to make pretend potions. Children make daily visits to the forest area in the school playground, where they engage in a range of exciting activities like climbing trees and building structures with crates and planks.
Parent Reviews of Clocktower Childcare
Both my girls love the time they spend at Clocktower , the staff are brilliant and very caring. The curiosity approach that they use is great and really starts preparing them for life. I am told every day pre school was so fun! Highly recommend :-)
Read on GoogleAmazing pre-school. Our son loves going, and hes made so much progress here. Staff are always happy and welcoming, always available if you need to discuss anything. 100% recommended
Read on GoogleMy daughter has had a wonderful experience in the nearly 2 years of attending, she loves telling me all about her fun filled days. The staff are lovely, always happy and very helpful 😁
Read on GoogleAbsolutely amazing highly recommended
Read on GoogleReviews from Google for Clocktower Childcare. See all on Google Maps
Date: March 2014
- October 2023Good
- September 2018Outstanding
- September 2017Good
- March 2014Good
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