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Dan Dans # Dan Dans Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2024) · The United Reform Church, Herne Bay, CT6 7BH · Kent Number of places 39 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Dan Dan's Ltd is a well-regarded nursery in Herne Bay, recognised for its outstanding care by Ofsted in 2024. The nursery prides itself on creating a warm, family-like atmosphere where children feel happy and eager to learn. The dedicated staff are described as energetic, loving, and caring, going above and beyond to treat each child as their own. The nursery offers a stimulating environment with a focus on play, discovery, and fun, both indoors and out, with its garden often likened to a forest school. Dan Dan's ethos, driven by its hands-on owner, Danielle, places children at the centre of their universe, fostering their blossoming into the wider world. The nursery strives to provide outstanding activities and opportunities, with many parents expressing sadness when their children have to leave for primary school, highlighting the positive and enriching experience provided. Our ethos Dan Dan's Ltd fosters children's blossoming into the wider world by placing them at the centre of their universe. The nursery offers a stimulating environment with a focus on play, discovery and fun, and its garden is likened to a Forest School. They aim to create a warm, family-like atmosphere where children feel happy and eager to learn. What it's like Children and their families come first at this inspiring setting where staff go above and beyond for them. Staff warmly welcome all children with smiles and cuddles, and children display exceptionally high levels of emotional well-being. Staff dedicate considerable time to discussing emotions with children using books and puppets, fostering a sense of security and safety. Staff are excellent role models and prioritise children's language skills exceedingly well. Ofsted Outstanding Provider 2024 Family-like atmosphere Emphasis on play and discovery Creative activities ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://dandans.co.uk/feedback) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for most of the year. Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dan Dans Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10352858 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252262)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY544661) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dan-dans-ltd-ct6-7bh-ey544661) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dan Dans Last inspected 18 June 2024 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 and their families come first at this inspiring setting where staff go above and beyond for them. Staff warmly welcome all children with smiles and cuddles, and children display exceptionally high levels of emotional well-being. Staff dedicate considerable time to discussing emotions with children using books and puppets, fostering a sense of security and safety. Staff are excellent role models and prioritise children's language skills exceedingly well. Inspector highlights - Children and their families come first at this inspiring setting where staff go above and beyond for them. - Staff excel at fostering children's social skills, and children are exceptionally kind to others. - Staff offer outstanding support for children with SEND, tailoring activities and experiences to precisely address learning and development gaps. - The curriculum is highly ambitious, and children demonstrate very high levels of motivation and engagement. - Communication with parents is excellent, and staff provide high levels of support. Inspection #10352858 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252262) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exceptionally well supported. Staff offer outstanding support for children with SEND, tailoring activities and experiences to precisely address learning and development gaps. Staff dedicate considerable time to help children to regain key skills, such as using cutlery, where needed. Children with SEND are provided with excellent personalised learning. Outdoor space Children relish in concocting ice cream creations outdoors, discussing the various ingredients involved. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: March 2019 - June 2024 Outstanding - March 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Dan Dans ### What does the outdoor space at Dan Dans include? ### What are the main strengths of Dan Dans? ### Does Dan Dans take babies? ### How can Dan Dans be contacted? ### How does Dan Dans support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Herne Bay Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Dan Dans. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Goldfinch Nursery Herne Bay · CT6 7AD 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/goldfinch-nursery-ct6-7ad-ey414929) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Explorers Day Care Kent (HB) Herne Bay · CT6 6PN ](/nursery/little-explorers-day-care-kent-hb-limited-ct6-6pn-2750118) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Little Acorns (Herne) Pre-School Herne Bay · CT6 7TA ](/nursery/little-acorns-herne-pre-school-ct6-7ta-127322) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Kiddies Corner Day Care Herne Bay · CT6 5SJ ](/nursery/kiddies-corner-day-care-ct6-5sj-ey468342) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Beltinge Day Nursery Herne Bay · CT6 6TA ](/nursery/beltinge-day-nursery-ct6-6ta-127013) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Sunshine Club Herne Bay · CT6 5BQ 5.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/sunshine-club-ct6-5bq-2697410) [See all nurseries in Herne Bay →](/search?q=Herne+Bay) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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