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Daisy Chain Nursery in Bradford

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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4.4(7 parent reviews) ·9 Pearson Lane, Bradford, BD9 6BG · Bradford
Number of places
54 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Bradford

About this day nursery

Daisy Chain Nursery, established in 1997 by Claire Heslop and her family, offers a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow in Bradford. Originally a residential home, Daisy Cottage was thoughtfully transformed into a dedicated childcare setting.

With over 28 years of experience, the nursery has become a trusted institution in Bradford, earning a 'GOOD' rating from Ofsted. The nursery is committed to providing high-quality childcare within a happy and stable atmosphere, preparing children for full-time education by fostering key early years skills.

They boast a highly qualified team of nursery nurses, extensive outdoor facilities including separate play areas for different age groups and a sensory garden, and actively partner with parents through regular communication. Daisy Chain Nursery operates for 51 weeks a year, closing for Bank Holidays and during the Christmas period, offering extended hours by arrangement.

What it's like

Children in this setting are happy, confident and well cared for. Staff are attentive and remember who is next. This helps children to feel valued. Staff support children's healthy lifestyles and encourage children to clean their teeth properly.

Ofsted Rated GoodEstablished 1997Outdoor FacilitiesSensory GardenParent Partnership

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
  • Snack£0.50 / session
  • Lunch£3.00 / session
  • Tea£1.95 / session
  • Non food consumables£1.00 / session
  • Additional activities£1.00 / week

Key facts

Opening hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am – 5:30 pm (can be extended to 7.30/7:45 am to 5.45 pm by arrangement, additional charges may apply). Closed for Bank Holidays and over the Christmas period.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Daisy Chain Nursery

Last inspected 22 March 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 in this setting are happy, confident and well cared for. Staff are attentive and remember who is next. This helps children to feel valued. Staff support children's healthy lifestyles and encourage children to clean their teeth properly.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy, confident and well cared for and develop a love of books and reading.
  • Staff are enthusiastic, energetic and resourceful, using every opportunity to engage children in activities.
  • Staff support children's healthy lifestyles, including cleanliness, sleeping, toileting, and teeth cleaning.
  • Staff work closely with other professionals and organisations to support children and families, particularly those with SEND and EAL.
  • The manager is dedicated and enthusiastic and has an effective system for recording, monitoring and evaluating all aspects of provision.

Areas to develop

  • 1focus on developing the skills that children need, such as speaking and listening, before teaching them writing
  • 2model the correct words and pronunciation when speaking to children so that they learn how to speak accurately
  • 3support children to know what is expected of them, such as by ensuring that all praise is targeted and clear
  • 4continue offer even more opportunities for children to develop their independence.
Inspection #10280591 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say that the staff and manager are friendly, patient and nurturing.

They value the range of activities, daily feedback and healthy meals which their children are offered.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work closely with other professionals and organisations to support children and families, particularly those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy physical exercise each day playing outside. Each week a football coach visits and leads a sports session with pre-school children.

Parent Reviews of Daisy Chain Nursery

4.4
(7)
Hamza Allison
6 months ago

My child attends to this nursery and comes home and always praises a staff member called Alaina no idea who the lass is but she does an amazing job

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Maria Huss
a year ago

My daughter enjoys it, she has progressed so well since she started.. staff are friendly always keep me well updated about my daughter

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affy Hussain
7 years ago

I wouldnt even give one star to be fair due to every time my sons coming back from nursery mt sons hurt him self an they havnt even checked to see if my sons okay or not

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Homera Parvern
7 years ago

Friendly staff. Daughter loves it!!

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Inspection history

Date: May 2010

  • March 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • May 2013Good
  • May 2010Outstanding

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