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Ddc Nursery And Preschool # Ddc Nursery And Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 3.4 (5 parent reviews) · Ashling Pavilion, Southwick Road, Denmead, PO7 6LA · Hampshire Number of places 40 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ddc Nursery And Preschool, located in Denmead, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The provision received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 13 October 2022. Children are noted to be excited to come to nursery, forming strong attachments with the staff, which helps them feel settled and secure. The setting fosters inquisitive and imaginative play, as observed when children collaboratively created a "car" and then a "motorbike" from planks, crates, and tyres, proudly demonstrating their balancing skills. The management team effectively uses assessments to identify learning gaps and promptly provides support, including appropriate use of additional funding to meet individual needs. This dedicated approach extends to celebrating diverse cultures and communities through local outings, such as visits to a care home where children have developed strong bonds with residents. Staff are skilled at helping children understand and manage their emotions, promoting empathy and good hygiene practices. Parents consistently speak highly of the nursery and its staff, highlighting the supportive environment for both children and their families. What it's like Children excitedly come into nursery and have strong attachments with staff, helping them feel settled and secure. They are inquisitive, imaginative, and learn good hygiene practices and independence skills. Staff skillfully help children understand and manage their emotions. Inquisitive Young Learners Imaginative Play Strong Staff-Child Bonds Tailored Support for All Emotion Coaching Strong Parent Partnerships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm on Monday to Friday ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ddc Nursery And Preschool Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10237515 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199267)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY499009) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Ashling Pavilion, Southwick Road, Denmead, PO7 6LA [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.07011/50.90318/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Denmead - [Day nurseries in Denmead](/search?q=Denmead) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ddc-nursery-and-preschool-po7-6la-ey499009) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ddc Nursery And Preschool Last inspected 13 October 2022 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 excitedly come into nursery and have strong attachments with staff, helping them feel settled and secure. They are inquisitive, imaginative, and learn good hygiene practices and independence skills. Staff skillfully help children understand and manage their emotions. Inspector highlights - Children are inquisitive and keen to learn, engaging in imaginative play and problem-solving. - Children develop independence skills, including self-serving snack and lunch, and learn about good hygiene. - The management team has implemented positive changes, including detailed discussions with parents about children's progress. - Additional funding is used appropriately to meet individual children's needs, with constant review of its impact. - Staff skilfully help children understand their emotions and develop empathy. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's questioning skills further so that children make the best possible progress in their language development - 2 strengthen the organisation of transitions throughout the day so that children are fully supported. Inspection #10237515 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199267) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents talk highly of the nursery and the staff. > They highlight that the staff support the whole family and not just the child. > Parents comment highly on the kind, caring and approachable staff. > They feel their children make good progress in their learning and development. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The management team use assessments well to identify any gaps in learning and quickly put support into place. Additional funding is used appropriately by the management team to meet the needs of individual children. Outdoor space The report mentions children creating a 'car' and then a 'motorbike' out of planks, crates, and tyres, and proudly demonstrating their balancing skills. Staff also risk assess daily to ensure the environment remains safe and secure, including checking wider field areas for walks. ## Parent Reviews of Ddc Nursery And Preschool 3.4 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUBY7cCvtUhyW_r6U88luZb3oD__WQLcbQ_kTea7Xex6aIp8Kus=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Naomi Dixon 4 years ago A fantastic nursery that clearly cares deeply about the individual needs of each child and takes time to build relationships with their families, and wonderful staff who we will greatly miss now that our daughter is off to school! Highly recommended. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNhLWYtMlhBEAE!2m1!1s0x487443b781f83ff7:0x2107061f53c73590) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV5s2f8xwtnB-cw0OLhwVSqWhWfysu6ut6aRX6vr3RUAbQ05PDX=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Phil L \[spidrweb\] 9 years ago Our kids love it here. Always coming home and telling us they had a fun filled day. Michelle and her staff have really surpassed themselves. Great work. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRN3JXbVl3EAE!2m1!1s0x487443b781f83ff7:0x2107061f53c73590) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI5alHHmAm1efBGLc-qv3prNMVJoyA-cp-cw_CWjV0njJDCdQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sue C a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURINmE3VEJnEAE!2m1!1s0x487443b781f83ff7:0x2107061f53c73590) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVl0JVd--Fz7mSsaZ_-htgA098DxnoKMwNhSFzBs7Wxx4AJ98s=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Donna Pulford 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaeWUtRXhBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487443b781f83ff7:0x2107061f53c73590) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLO0QXNWXfqsJgASRuVU2VJMOEcncaFF_VbJZWiva6P--O1aoey=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) rory 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRODQzc2VBEAE!2m1!1s0x487443b781f83ff7:0x2107061f53c73590) Reviews from Google for Ddc Nursery And Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2379877659707913616&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2022 Date: April 2018 - October 2022 Good - November 2021 Requires improvement - April 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Ddc Nursery And Preschool ### How does Ddc Nursery And Preschool support children with SEND? ### What is the address of Ddc Nursery And Preschool? ### What is Ddc Nursery And Preschool working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Denmead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ddc Nursery And Preschool. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### First Friends Day Nursery Waterlooville · PO7 6PH ](/nursery/first-friends-day-nursery-po7-6ph-2842542) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Hart Plain Church Pre-School Waterlooville · PO8 8RG ](/nursery/hart-plain-church-pre-school-po8-8rg-110111) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### The Mulberry Bush Waterlooville Waterlooville · PO7 7UN 3.8(19 reviews) ](/nursery/the-mulberry-bush-waterlooville-po7-7un-ey499416) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Squirrels Nursery Waterlooville · PO8 9GX ](/nursery/squirrels-nursery-po8-9gx-ey471265) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.8 mi ### Growing Places @ Anders Hall Waterlooville · PO7 6AW ](/nursery/growing-places-anders-hall-po7-6aw-2794017) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.8 mi ### Poppins Preschool and Nursery Waterlooville · PO7 6AW ](/nursery/poppins-preschool-and-nursery-po7-6aw-2745202) [See all nurseries in Denmead →](/search?q=Denmead) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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