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Cygnets Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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5.0(6 parent reviews) ·Hartwood House, High Street, Bordon, GU35 0AU · Hampshire
Number of places
75 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Cygnets Day Nursery, established in January 2004, provides care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a purpose-built facility within a serene wooded setting in Bordon. The nursery emphasises a child-centric approach, fostering development through imaginative exercise, storytelling, and play to build confidence and physical skills.

They offer both full-time and part-time options, with a focus on creating stimulating environments that encourage learning, exploration, and memorable daily experiences. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, from 7 am to 7 pm, and includes meals, snacks, and drinks in its fees.

Special diets are accommodated, and all meals are freshly prepared on-site by their chef. Cygnets Day Nursery holds an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, highlighting its commitment to high-quality care and support.

The team prides itself on providing personal attention to enhance a trusting relationship with both children and parents, recognising the critical importance of early years in a child's long-term development. Additional activities like Forest School outings, French lessons, cookery, and music and movement enrich the children's experience.

Our ethos

At Cygnets Day Nursery we know that choosing a nursery can be an overwhelming task. It will be one of the most important decisions you’ll make, because the early years of childcare are critical to your child’s long-term development. At Cygnets you and your child will receive the personal attention that we believe is necessary to enhance a trusting relationship.

What it's like

Children smile with delight as they arrive at the setting and receive a warm welcome from nurturing staff who know them well. The children are confident communicators, with older children talking excitedly about their models and toddlers quickly learning new words. Children enjoy regular story times and develop a love of books.

Purpose-built nurseryWooded setting with large gardenChild-centric development pathwayForest School outingsFreshly prepared meals

Pricing & funding

Charges are billed monthly in advance. Fees include all meals, snacks, and drinks, with funded sessions requiring extra payments for consumables. Discounts are available for siblings and full-time children, with additional hours billed on a half-hourly or hourly basis.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are paid monthly in advance on the first of the month by standing order or bank transfer.
  • Registration fee applies to non-funded hours; refundable deposit required based on booking pattern.
  • Late payments are subject to a 10% surcharge.
  • Sibling discount of 5% and full-time discount of 10% available.
  • One month's notice is required to withdraw from the nursery to avoid forfeiting the deposit.
  • Fees include all meals, snacks, and drinks; funded sessions incur additional service charges.

Key facts

Food

All meals, snacks and drinks included; parents to provide bottled feeds; special diets catered for; meals cooked on premises by chef.

Opening hours

7am – 7pm, 51 weeks per year

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cygnets Day Nursery

Last inspected 6 February 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

Children smile with delight as they arrive at the setting and receive a warm welcome from nurturing staff who know them well. The children are confident communicators, with older children talking excitedly about their models and toddlers quickly learning new words. Children enjoy regular story times and develop a love of books.

Inspector highlights

  • The highly knowledgeable and passionate manager is committed to provide high-quality care and support for children and their families.
  • Staff know the children well and provide stimulating activities that reflect their interests.
  • Children take part in regular outings in the local community, such as visiting a local residential home for the elderly.
  • Staff create an exciting variety of learning experiences, which inspire children's creative play.
  • There are strong transition processes in place, including moving between rooms within the setting and visits from school teachers.

Areas to develop

  • 1clarify the curriculum intentions with staff and monitor the implementation of this throughout the nursery to maximise learning
  • 2extend children's understanding of how their behaviour impacts on others.
Inspection #10265080 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that they highly value the dedication, care and attention that staff provide to their children.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator has a very good knowledge of children and gives good support to staff to provide targeted plans for children. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported.

Outdoor space

Children have plenty of opportunities to be physically active. They thoroughly enjoy their time in the spacious and stimulating outdoor areas.

Parent Reviews of Cygnets Day Nursery

5.0
(6)
Chris Burrows
a year ago

Outstanding nursery, everyone is very welcoming and caring. Eldest daughter loves attending and we've not have an issue in the 2+ years we've been sending her there. Could not recommend more highly.

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samantha burke
2 years ago

I can’t rate Cygnets highly enough. My daughter is autistic (just left for school) and staff always went above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and to give her the best care. I always felt reassured that she was okay and safe plus everyone was always so friendly and helpful. My youngest still goes and absolutely loves it. I’ve not a bad word to say. Thank you to all at cygnets for such a lovely nursery/pre-school experience for my girls.

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Steph Butt
5 years ago

I am so happy we made the choice to go with Cygnets. There is alot of competition in the area and it was overwhelming! However after just our 1st visit I knew Cygnets was the one. Every single member of staff greets you like a member of their family. You are treated with respect and given time to ask questions or for guidance. Following covid restrictions we had a very limited settling in session with me being there, so my little one was still taking awhile to settle. I was reassured how they spoke about cuddles and to see how much she had bonded with them. The outside space fits us perfectly, a bit of mud, foresty, excellent play kitchen and lots of toys encouraging physical activities. I couldn't reccomend more! Thank you team Cygnets, your hard work is thoroughly appreciated.

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Scott Ayres
6 years ago

Amazing very friendly my girls love the place

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Richard Jones
9 years ago

Fantastic staff my children love it!

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Inspection history

Date: March 2009

  • February 2023Good
  • May 2017Good
  • June 2016Good
  • September 2013Requires improvement
  • March 2009Good

Frequently asked about Cygnets Day Nursery

About the setting

Cygnets Day Nursery registered in 2004 and is located in Bordon, Hampshire. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, for most of the year. The nursery receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The nursery employs 24 staff, 14 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications.

URN
EY272736
Registered person
Cygnets Day Nurseries Ltd.
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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