--- title: "Darul Madinah Leicester — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Darul Madinah Leicester, a nursery in Leicester — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Darul Madinah Leicester # Darul Madinah Leicester Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · Faizan E Madina, Malabar Road, Leicester, LE1 2LG · Leicester Number of places 40 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Leicester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Darul Madinah Leicester is an educational institution dedicated to providing a rich learning environment where Islamic principles are integrated with academic excellence. The nursery focuses on nurturing children from a young age, preparing them not just for future academic stages but for life itself, by fostering discovery, fun, and faith-based values. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to instil essential life skills such as self-discipline, integrity, and commitment, ensuring children develop comprehensively both personally and academically within an Islamic framework. The establishment prides itself on a partnership built on trust and shared values with parents, offering an enriching journey for every child. The nursery’s approach is unique in its blend of conventional studies with Islamic teachings, aiming for a holistic development for its young learners. The team is led by a Director, Nursery Manager, Nominated Person, and Branch Manager. Our ethos Darul Madinah Leicester integrates Islamic principles with academic excellence, aiming to nurture children's discovery, fun, and faith-based values. The curriculum instills life skills like self-discipline, integrity, and commitment within an Islamic framework for holistic development. Their unique approach blends conventional studies with Islamic teachings. What it's like Staff create a warm and caring environment for children. The cheerful and supportive atmosphere ensures that children are comfortable and settled. Leaders and staff have developed an ambitious curriculum, which is well sequenced and supports children's learning and emotional well-being. Islamic Ethos Value-Based Education Early Years Education ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Registration Fee £30 / session ## Key facts Opening hours 8:30am - 3pm Mon - Fri Term time / All Year All Year Established 2022 Waitlist Waiting list ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Darul Madinah Leicester Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10354985 Lead inspector Emma Serdet Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263364)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2661353) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=darul-madinah-leicester-le1-2lg-2661353) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Darul Madinah Leicester Last inspected 1 November 2024 · Emma Serdet 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 Staff create a warm and caring environment for children. The cheerful and supportive atmosphere ensures that children are comfortable and settled. Leaders and staff have developed an ambitious curriculum, which is well sequenced and supports children's learning and emotional well-being. Inspector highlights - Leaders value their staff team and empower them to use their strengths and knowledge. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) progress well. - Leaders and staff establish friendly, positive relationships with parents, sharing information and inviting them to events. - Staff actively support children's communication and language skills, especially for those who speak English as an additional language. - Staff plan engaging activities based on children's interests and current stage of development. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the organisation of transitions so that children's engagement and learning is not unduly interrupted. Inspection #10354985 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263364) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents highly recommend the care and learning that the setting provides. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) progress well. Staff monitor and observe children to identify any additional needs and, when needed, seek further support from external agencies. This ensures that all children receive support to reach their full potential. Outdoor space Children are engaged in varied experiences and activities planned by staff. They enjoy painting leaves in the garden area and confidently discuss autumn and the changing colour of leaves with staff members. Children are enthused as they build a hotel using toy bricks outside in the garden. EAL / language support Staff actively support children's communication and language skills. They recognise the importance of supporting children who speak English as an additional language. Staff confidently communicate with dual-language children. They use a good balance of the children's home languages alongside English. This supports children to develop good communication skills and enhances their vocabulary. Inspection history Most recent inspection 1 November 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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