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Country Kids Day Nursery in Rainworth

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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4.8(19 parent reviews) ·Sherwood West Childrens Centre, Rainworth Water Road, Rainworth, NG21 0DU · Nottinghamshire
Number of places
40 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Nottinghamshire

About this day nursery

Country Kids Day Nursery aims to provide a nurturing and child-led learning environment, encouraging children to explore and learn through outdoor play in the Nottinghamshire countryside. The nursery focuses on developing self-confidence and self-esteem through hands-on experiences.

They welcome new parents and children to visit and observe the nursery's daily operations. The admissions process involves a structured interview with a key worker to understand the child's development and well-being, followed by the collection of personal and family details by the Nursery Manager or Office Manager.

Country Kids Day Nursery prioritises a flexible approach to settling-in sessions, understanding that each child adjusts at their own pace and offering support for separation anxiety. They uphold an inclusion and equality policy, ensuring access to all children regardless of gender, race, disability, religion, belief, or parents' sexual orientation.

The nursery also offers convenient services such as free school drop-off and collection to local schools for older children.

Our ethos

This nursery focuses on a child-led approach, encouraging exploration and learning through outdoor play in the countryside. They aim to develop self-confidence and self-esteem through hands-on experiences and prioritise a flexible, supportive approach to settling-in, respecting each child's pace of adjustment.

What it's like

Children arrive at the nursery happy and confidently leave their parents. Staff engage with children at their level and encourage them to voice their ideas, including through a 'nursery council'. Children follow routines, respect each other and staff, and participate eagerly in group activities.

Emphasis on outdoor playChild-led learningFlexible settling-in periodFree school drop-off and collection

Pricing & funding

Fees are payable monthly in advance, with no charges applied for bank holidays when the nursery is closed. The setting accepts government funding for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds. A non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a child's place.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Registration fee£45 / session

Good to know

  • A non-refundable registration fee of £45 is required when booking.
  • Fees are payable monthly in advance.
  • One calendar month's notice is required when a child leaves the nursery.
  • No fees are charged for bank holidays, during which the nursery is closed.
  • Payments accepted via cash, card, bank transfer, and childcare vouchers; cheques are not accepted.
  • Government funding of 15 and 30 hours is accepted for eligible children.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:00

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Country Kids Day Nursery

Last inspected 15 June 2022

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 arrive at the nursery happy and confidently leave their parents. Staff engage with children at their level and encourage them to voice their ideas, including through a 'nursery council'. Children follow routines, respect each other and staff, and participate eagerly in group activities.

Inspector highlights

  • Children's communication and language are promoted well through stories, Makaton, and new vocabulary.
  • Children explore and learn about the world around them, including through outdoor scavenger hunts.
  • Children are physically active, developing skills through climbing, pushing toys, and manipulating play dough.
  • Children's personal development is promoted, as they learn to talk about and label their emotions.
  • Children develop independence and manage their own risks, such as checking gate safety and serving their own food.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to engage younger children more effectively in learning during adult-led activities.
Inspection #10205588 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders, managers and staff understand how to support children's individual needs, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children explore the outdoor space independently and in small groups to find objects for a checklist. They also develop their physical skills by testing out new ways of moving in the space outdoors, and younger children tip sand in and out of containers in the garden.

Parent Reviews of Country Kids Day Nursery

4.8
(19)
Darren Hardcastle
2 months ago

We love Country Kids Rainworth. Sophie and Emma are fabulous, Sophie always has the time for my daughter and my granddaughter whenever we need anything from a chat to an extra session for our little monkey. We love the app and all the special events too! Thanks all 💕

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Sam Marriott
9 months ago

I couldn’t speak more highly of this nursery. My oldest has been going for almost two years & he absolutely loves it, he has so much fun & learns so much. My one year old has just started as well & has settled in so quickly. The staff are amazing, so lovely & engaging with the children & they put so much effort into every day for them! The communication is excellent as well, I honestly couldn’t fault them & I’m very grateful we chose this nursery!

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Annabel Pickering
9 months ago

Lovely nursery both of my girls attend country kids one is 4 and the other 1. My eldest girl has come on so much in the couple of years she has been attending she now has plenty of confidence to take the next step to school in September! My youngest loves going, no two days are the same there are plenty of activities to help them develop new skills and lots of outdoor time which they love. Thank you to all the staff. I would highly recommend country kids ☺️

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Kirsty Leonardi
9 months ago

My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery and seeing all her friends and the staff too! She is thriving and the nursery has brought her on so much in all aspects. They do a fantastic job of teaching but keeping it fun at the same time. The staff are great at communicating with the parents, on the app, in person & keeping you up to date on Facebook too. I can’t say enough great things about the nursery and I can’t thank them enough for all the amazing things they do x

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Ella martine
9 months ago

Country kids is such a fantastic nursery, both me and my partner cannot recommend it enough. Both of our children go to this nursery and seeing pictures on the app of what they’re doing is so reassuring because each time there is a new activity themed around the week and it is so clear how much effort the staff put into making these themed activities and crafts for the children. They always enjoy themselves and come back singing new songs and showing new makaton sign language words and it is clear they have had a very fun filled day. I would recommend this nursery to anyone, all of the staff are so friendly and helpful and work with you to help your child’s individual needs-amazing.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

15 June 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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