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Clowns Childrens Centre # Clowns Childrens Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Cinder Bank, Ironville, Derbyshire, NG16 5NN · Derbyshire Number of places 75 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Derbyshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Clowns Childrens Centre, established in 1990, has over three decades of experience providing childcare. Their philosophy centres on making play an integral part of learning within a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment. The nursery is committed to delivering quality care and education, recognising each child as a unique individual with inherent curiosity and potential. They strive to foster independence and confidence through outstanding environments, carefully chosen resources, and a dedicated team. Their approach prioritises high-quality staff-child interactions, continuous provision that encourages exploration and self-paced learning, and strong parent partnerships, including family days and grandparent sessions, to enhance a child's learning journey and connection to nursery life. The nursery also emphasises sustainability in its practices, teaching children about environmental care through hands-on nature experiences and eco-friendly routines. Our ethos Clowns Childrens Centre's philosophy centres on making play an integral part of learning within a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment. They foster independence and confidence through outstanding environments and continuous provision that encourages exploration and self-paced learning. Sustainability and environmental care are also emphasised through hands-on nature experiences. What it's like Staff warmly welcome children into the safe and stimulating setting. Children enter with confidence, quickly settle, and find their favourite activities. They build children's vocabulary effectively as they speak, allowing time for children to think about and process questions. Play-based learning Experienced staff Strong parent partnerships Forest School Sustainability focused ## 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) Tax-Free Childcare - Snack contribution per session £0.50 / session ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 9 months to 4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types morning session, afternoon session ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Clowns Childrens Centre Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10276196 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223352)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY283274) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=clowns-childrens-centre-ng16-5nn-ey283274) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Clowns Childrens Centre Last inspected 8 June 2023 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 Staff warmly welcome children into the safe and stimulating setting. Children enter with confidence, quickly settle, and find their favourite activities. They build children's vocabulary effectively as they speak, allowing time for children to think about and process questions. Inspector highlights - The manager is passionate and has a clear vision of the nursery's strengths and where improvements could be made. - The manager recognises when children require additional support and works closely with outside agencies to ensure early intervention is sought. - Children enjoy nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks, and staff support children's health, including oral care. - Parents are highly complimentary about the supportive and professional staff team. - The arrangements to support children as they transition to school are smooth. Areas to develop - 1 support children to explore and deepen their knowledge of mathematical concepts during their play - 2 support children to understand how their behaviour affects others and help them to manage their own feelings and behaviour. Inspection #10276196 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223352) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are highly complimentary about the 'supportive and professional' staff team. > Parents comment that the manager supports families well and that the nursery feels like an 'extended family'. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager recognises when children require additional support. They work closely with outside agencies and swiftly ensure that early intervention is sought where needed. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Staff help children to explore the outdoor area. Children develop their large-muscle skills as they propel themselves forwards on trikes and clamber up tyres. Inspection history Date: March 2012 - June 2023 Good - July 2017 Good - May 2015 Good - March 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Clowns Childrens Centre ### What age children does Clowns Childrens Centre take? ### What is the staff team like at Clowns Childrens Centre? ### How many children are on roll at Clowns Childrens Centre? ### Which funding entitlements does Clowns Childrens Centre accept? ### Is Clowns Childrens Centre Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in Derbyshire Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Clowns Childrens Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Little Sunshines Pre-School (Somercotes) Alfreton · DE55 1LB ](/nursery/little-sunshines-pre-school-somercotes-de55-1lb-ey482707) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Clowns Day Nursery Ripley · DE5 3AD 4.6(10 reviews) ](/nursery/clowns-day-nursery-ltd-de5-3ad-206305) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Little Wrens Nursery Nottingham · NG16 6AB ](/nursery/little-wrens-nursery-ng16-6ab-ey557097) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Pinxton 0 to 5 Nursery School Nottingham · NG16 6NA 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/pinxton-0-to-5-nursery-school-ng16-6na-ey368202) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Sunny Days Preschool Nursery Ripley · DE5 3HT ](/nursery/sunny-days-preschool-nursery-ltd-de5-3ht-ey478092) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.6 mi ### Clowns Nursery (Cromford Road) Ripley · DE5 3FP ](/nursery/clowns-nursery-cromford-road-de5-3fp-2806129) [See all nurseries in Derbyshire →](/search?q=Derbyshire) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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