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Daisy Chain Childcare at Lofthouse Children's Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Rodillian School, Longthorpe Lane, WAKEFIELD, WF3 3PS · Leeds
Number of places
52 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Leeds

About this day nursery

Daisy Chain Childcare operates nurseries in West Yorkshire, providing award-winning childcare for children aged 0-5 years. Rooted in over two decades of local trust, the nurseries endeavour to create a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable environment where children can thrive.

Their educational philosophy centres on learning through play, fostering imagination and nurturing individual potential. Each child is supported in developing a healthy lifestyle and tailored learning experiences.

The company emphasises a strong partnership with parents, assigning a dedicated key person to each child to ensure regular updates and collaborative involvement in the child's developmental journey. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, integrating both indoor and outdoor learning to inspire and engage children.

Our ethos

Daisy Chain Childcare's educational philosophy centres on learning through play, fostering imagination and nurturing individual potential. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, integrating both indoor and outdoor learning. They emphasise a strong partnership with parents, assigning a dedicated key person to each child to ensure collaborative involvement.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled in the calm working environment of this nursery. Staff take the time to build strong connections with children, which helps to develop children's self-esteem and confidence. Staff consistently promote high expectations for children's behaviour.

Award-winning childcareLearning through playStrong parent partnershipsEYFS curriculumIndoor and outdoor learning

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year

Established

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Daisy Chain Childcare at Lofthouse Children's Centre

Last inspected 5 November 2024 · Ginny Robinson

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 are happy and settled in the calm working environment of this nursery. Staff take the time to build strong connections with children, which helps to develop children's self-esteem and confidence. Staff consistently promote high expectations for children's behaviour.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and settled in a calm working environment.
  • Staff build strong connections with children, developing self-esteem and confidence.
  • Leaders have designed a varied and ambitious curriculum.
  • Staff frequently support and develop children's mathematical thinking.
  • Leaders deliver high-quality training to staff, positively impacting children's development.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to consistently place a sharp focus on developing children's vocabulary in their interactions with children, such as by developing their questioning techniques
  • 2focus more consistently on what children need to learn next when planning activities in order to continually extend and maximise children's understanding and skills.
Inspection #10364250 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on how well staff ensure children's well-being takes priority.

Parents are pleased with the level of communication they receive from staff and appreciate receiving regular updates about their child's progress.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported and make effective progress. Staff make detailed records and frequently liaise with parents and external professionals to review children's progress and decide on their next steps in learning. Children with SEND take part in all aspects of the curriculum.

Outdoor space

Staff frequently support and develop children's mathematical thinking during their play. For example, they encourage older children to identify shapes as they jump between them in the garden.

Parent Reviews of Daisy Chain Childcare at Lofthouse Children's Centre

5.0
(2)
Michelle Walker
6 years ago

Brilliant nursery with lovely staff. My daughter loves it here

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Inspection history

Date: May 2009

  • November 2024Good
  • January 2019Outstanding
  • August 2015Good
  • May 2009Good

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