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Daisy Chain Nursery in Mexborough

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Apr 2025)
·St John the Baptist C of E Primary School, Sedgefield Way, Mexborough, S64 0BE · Doncaster
Number of places
31 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Doncaster

About this day nursery

Daisy Chain Nursery, located within the grounds of St John the Baptist Primary School in Mexborough, is an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' childcare provider catering to children from 0 to 5 years old. The nursery champions a play-based learning approach, offering diverse and engaging activities tailored to the children's evolving interests.

The dedicated and compassionate staff foster an environment where children can flourish as active, independent learners, encouraging them to take initiative and explore their strengths through a 'Plan-Do-Review' process. This consistent approach, spanning daily routines, learning environment, and adult interactions, builds confidence and security.

Daisy Chain Nursery places high value on strong partnerships with parents and carers, recognising the importance of shared knowledge and experience in supporting each child's well-being and educational journey. The nursery is committed to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and exciting space for children's growth and development.

Our ethos

Daisy Chain Nursery champions a play-based learning approach, using a 'Plan-Do-Review' process to foster active, independent learners. They are committed to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and exciting space for children's growth and development, valuing strong partnerships with parents and carers.

What it's like

Children are happy and relish their time in this welcoming and calm environment. Staff have ambitious expectations and create an exceptionally positive and emotionally safe environment. They skilfully extend children's play and oracy with effective questions, resulting in confident speakers.

Ofsted OutstandingPlay-based learningStrong parent partnerships

Pricing & funding

This nursery charges hourly rates tiered by three distinct age groups: under twos, two-year-olds, and three-to-five-year-olds. Fees include all snacks and consumables, and flexible hour arrangements can be requested. An optional lunchtime session is available with the choice of a packed lunch or a paid school dinner.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Under 2 years old£11.39 / hour
  • 2 years old£8.39 / hour
  • 3-5 years old£6.50 / hour
  • School dinner£3.52 / day

Good to know

  • All consumables and snacks are included in both funded and private fees.
  • Parents must provide their child's own nappies and sun cream as required.
  • Lunchtime sessions are available from 11.30am to 12.30pm.
  • School dinners can be provided during the lunch session for an additional fee.

Key facts

Opening hours

8am until 4pm, Monday to Friday

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Daisy Chain Nursery

Last inspected 16 April 2025 · Caroline Brooks

Safeguarding effective
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 are happy and relish their time in this welcoming and calm environment. Staff have ambitious expectations and create an exceptionally positive and emotionally safe environment. They skilfully extend children's play and oracy with effective questions, resulting in confident speakers.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and relish their time in this welcoming and calm environment.
  • Staff ignite children's love of reading and books.
  • The curriculum focuses on the prime areas of learning and is adapted to meet the learning needs of each child.
  • Staff creatively support children to develop independence and to do things for themselves.
  • Leaders and staff are dedicated, passionate and knowledgeable.
Inspection #10388461 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents emotively describe the setting as 'marvellous'.

They say that children love coming and talk about setting 'from the moment they wake up'.

Parents report that the support they receive from staff has helped them to become better parents to their children.

Parents say that staff welcome them and show endless kindness and support.

They comment that their children make excellent progress especially in communication, language and confidence.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff offer exceptional care and support for children especially those who are disadvantaged or with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work closely with other professionals and create individual learning plans and interventions for children. Leaders use additional funding wisely to improve outcomes for children and to offer a wide variety of learning experiences, including sensory resources.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed children's play and planned activities, inside and outside.

Inspection history

Date: November 2015

  • April 2025Outstanding
  • July 2019Outstanding
  • November 2015Good

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