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Deerhurst Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2023)
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4.8(17 parent reviews) ·182 Franche Road, Kidderminster, DY11 5AD · Worcestershire
Number of places
53 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Deerhurst Day Nursery, located just outside Kidderminster, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged three months to five years. Housed in a charmingly converted Edwardian building, the nursery provides ample space for exploration with numerous indoor rooms and extensive, secure gardens.

Prioritising safety, the premises are accessed via a locked front door with a security camera system, and the gardens are only reachable through secure exits from the house. The nursery fosters a homely atmosphere, aiming to be an extended, supportive family for both children and their families.

This commitment extends to their approach to learning, which is tailored to each child's individual interests and developmental stage, following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Children are divided into six age-appropriate groups, moving from the 'Hedgehogs' room for the youngest babies, to 'Rabbits' and 'Squirrels' for toddlers, then 'Badgers' and 'Foxes' for two-year-olds, and finally the 'Deers' Room for pre-schoolers.

The nursery operates with an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating across all areas, reflecting their dedication to quality care and education, and is open 51 weeks a year.

Our ethos

Deerhurst Day Nursery's philosophy is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment tailored to each child's individual interests and developmental stage, following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. They aim to be a supportive, homely, and extended family for children and their families.

What it's like

Leaders and staff provide children with an exceptional start to their education, allowing all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make accelerated progress from their starting points. They meticulously consider every aspect of children's learning and development, with highly effective partnership working beginning even before children start at the nursery to ensure everything is in place to support them from the onset.

Outstanding OFSTED ratingHomely environmentExtensive gardensIndividualised learningOpen 51 weeks a year

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged monthly in advance. Funded hours are stretched over 51 weeks per year, converting term-time allocations into a year-round model. Fees and funding are reviewed annually in April, with updates taking effect from September.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Optional afternoon tea for Government Funded PM Session£2 / session
  • Full Day (8:00am-5:30pm)£70 / session
  • Half day AM (8:00am-12:30pm)£50 / session
  • Half day PM (1:00pm-5:30pm)£40 / session
  • Extended Morning (7:30am-8:00am)£6 / session

Good to know

  • Fees must be paid monthly in advance by the last day of each calendar month.
  • Late payments will incur a 10% surcharge.
  • Prices and funded hours are reviewed annually.
  • Funded sessions are stretched over 51 weeks per year (e.g., 15 hours becomes 11 hours per week).
  • Morning sessions can be added to funded afternoon sessions for full-day attendance.
  • Payments are accepted through Tax-Free Childcare.

Key facts

Food

Snack, lunch, and tea inclusive for full day. Snack and lunch inclusive for half day AM. Afternoon tea inclusive for half day PM. Optional afternoon tea at extra cost for Government Funded PM session.

Session types

Full Day, Half day AM, Half day PM, Extended Morning, Extended Evening, Government Funded PM

Waitlist

Waiting list system in operation, with priority for existing attendees and siblings.

Opening hours

Open 51 weeks of the year.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Deerhurst Day Nursery

Last inspected 20 July 2023 · Anne Dyoss

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

Leaders and staff provide children with an exceptional start to their education, allowing all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make accelerated progress from their starting points. They meticulously consider every aspect of children's learning and development, with highly effective partnership working beginning even before children start at the nursery to ensure everything is in place to support them from the onset.

Inspector highlights

  • The leadership team is inspirational, continuously improving practice and going above and beyond.
  • Leaders place a precise and continual focus on professional development for both themselves and staff, empowering them with knowledge and skills.
  • Leaders and staff use expert knowledge of child development to monitor children's progress and inform planning.
  • Leaders and staff plan the learning environment to encourage social interaction among older children.
  • Parent partnership working is exemplary, with extensive support and guidance for parents.
Inspection #10301753 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say that staff are highly professional and have made a huge difference to their family life.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff provide children with an exceptional start to their education, allowing all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make accelerated progress from their starting points. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) and staff ensure that children with SEND receive educational programmes that precisely match their learning needs. The SENCO makes timely referrals to outside agencies so that children and their families can access further specialist support. Staff use highly effective teaching strategies to help children with SEND to make rapid progress towards their development milestones.

Outdoor space

Some staff are currently working on extending their qualifications to provide children with further enrichment in their outdoor learning. Staff support two-year-old children to engage physically in stories by retelling the story as they travel around the outdoor areas.

Parent Reviews of Deerhurst Day Nursery

4.8
(17)
Elizabeth Wheway
2 months ago

Deerhurst is the best of the best. From both a parent’s point of view and a nursery practitioner myself. My two girls absolutely love it and get excited for nursery days! They are cared for amazing by everyone. I’m so glad they can get the best start before they start school. The team is amazing one I’m glad to be part of. The team have supported our family in so many different ways and are so understanding and helpful. No problem is ever too big for Becky and Sarah, they know their stuff and are always so approachable and wonderful! The happiest, safest and most inviting environment for my children to thrive and be part of a big nursery family. Thank you Deerhurst.

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Michelle Ballard
2 months ago

My son attended Deerhurst Day Nursery from around 10 months old until he left for school. He had the most wonderful time at Deerhurst. The staff are attentive, caring, hardworking and I can't fault them. Our son received the absolute best care during his time here and I am so grateful to each and every one of the staff. It really feels like a family.

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Jordan Macchia
2 months ago

We had a really positive experience with this nursery and are very grateful for the care our children received. The staff are kind, supportive, and genuinely care about the children. One of our children has additional needs, and the team were always very attentive, patient, and understanding. They took the time to support him properly and helped him feel comfortable and included. Communication with parents was always good, and it was lovely to see how much our children grew in confidence during their time here. We appreciate the care and dedication the staff showed and would happily recommend this nursery to other families.

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Stacey
2 months ago

Both of my children attended Deerhurst and I cannot recommend it enough. The staff are dedicated and creative, making learning fun through a variety of resources in addition to Forest School, Moo Music and sign language to name a few. The care provided is always consistent and support is always available. Deerhurst really is an outstanding provider who you can put your complete trust in.

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Sarah
2 months ago

Both of my children went to Deerhurst Day nursery and I can easily say that they progressed so much whilst there and were set up ready for school life, they are both thriving in their current settings. The warmth and friendliness of the staff made me feel like I was dropping them off to a second home. I felt at ease and so did my children. The building has had a makeover since my children were there and it’s looks amazing!

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

20 July 2023

Outstanding

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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