Opening hours
8.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, 48 weeks of the year
Dairy Farm Day Nursery
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2022)
Number of places
18 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
Leicestershire
About this day nursery
Established in 2015, this setting fosters a friendly and caring environment where children flourish, as noted in its latest Ofsted report (August 2022). Staff are highly attuned to individual children's needs and interests, creating a child-centred curriculum that is truly tailored.
This includes attentive SEND provision, where staff respond to specific needs and implement personalised learning. Children are captivated by play and learning both indoors and outdoors, with a focus on maximising outdoor experiences.
For example, children visit the farm regularly to learn about animal care and respect, experiencing events like calving season firsthand. The curriculum also encourages independence and valuable life skills, preparing children for their next stage of learning.
Parents consistently provide positive feedback, highlighting staff responsiveness to the needs of both children and families.
What it's like
Children flourish within this friendly and caring nursery. Staff know children extremely well and successfully and seamlessly follow children's interests. Children are captivated in play and learning throughout the day, both indoors and outdoors.
Outstanding Ofsted ratingChild-centred curriculumStrong outdoor learningResponsive staffHappy children
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Key facts
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Dairy Farm Day Nursery
Last inspected 5 August 2022 · Mel Walker
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
What it's like to attend
Children flourish within this friendly and caring nursery. Staff know children extremely well and successfully and seamlessly follow children's interests. Children are captivated in play and learning throughout the day, both indoors and outdoors.
Inspector highlights
- Children flourish within this friendly and caring nursery.
- Staff provide skilled and high-quality interactions to embed and extend learning and development.
- Leaders and managers are passionate about providing high-quality care and education.
- Children are confident and independent and learn valuable life skills.
- Children behave exceptionally well and are caring and compassionate to one another.
Inspection #10236574 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak incredibly highly about the setting.
They report that staff are extremely responsive to the needs of children and families.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff are receptive to children's needs. They implement a child-centred curriculum which is truly tailored to the individual needs of each child.
Outdoor space
During outdoor play, children independently recall a story and collect pretend bricks to build a door. Staff maximise use of the outdoors; children visit the farm and learn about care and respect for animals.
Parent Reviews of Dairy Farm Day Nursery
5.0
(1)
Stephen March
10 years ago
My boys have had the most fabulous time at this nursery since they opened in January of this year. The staff are all extremely nurturing, thoughtful, fun and imaginative with activities! And the farm is ideal for little explorers to learn. Highly Recommended by us!
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Inspection history
Date: August 2016
- August 2022Outstanding
- August 2016Outstanding
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