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Dolphins Childcare

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2023)
·Bridgelink Centre, 373 Summerwood Road, Isleworth, TW7 7QR · Hounslow
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2023
Local authority
Hounslow

About this day nursery

Dolphins Childcare, located in Isleworth, is a stimulating preschool nursery dedicated to providing a happy, safe, and enthusiastic environment for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Established in 2016, the nursery collaborates closely with families to ensure every child achieves their early learning goals.

They offer both funded and non-funded sessional childcare from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. The team at Dolphins Childcare comprises NVQ qualified staff who are committed to promoting positive and enjoyable learning experiences.

They regularly undertake training to enhance their knowledge and uphold a high standard of care. The nursery aims to offer affordable, quality childcare to the local community, supported by a nurturing and qualified team.

What it's like

Children show that they feel safe and secure in the nursery, and they happily engage with staff. They show independence and take pride in their abilities. Overall, staff have high expectations for children and successfully support them to develop a range of skills for future learning.

Sessional childcareFamily partnershipNVQ qualified staff

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around morning, afternoon, and lunch sessions, with rates tiered by age groups covering 18 to 23 months, two-year-olds, and three- to four-year-olds. Funding can be applied to morning and afternoon sessions, while lunch sessions and additional hours are charged separately.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Registration fee (optional)£40 / session
  • AM session (18-23 months)£32 / session
  • AM session (2 years old)£28 / session
  • AM session (3 & 4 years old)£25 / session
  • Lunch session (2-4 year olds)£6 / session

Good to know

  • Optional registration fee covers a t-shirt, physical learning journal with photos, and home activity bags.
  • Lunch sessions cannot be funded and must be paid for separately.
  • Parents must provide their child's own lunch for the lunch session.
  • Additional hours are charged at an hourly rate during opening times.

Key facts

Opening hours

8.30am - 3.00pm

Age range

18 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

Sessional childcare

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Dolphins Childcare

Last inspected 26 April 2023

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 show that they feel safe and secure in the nursery, and they happily engage with staff. They show independence and take pride in their abilities. Overall, staff have high expectations for children and successfully support them to develop a range of skills for future learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Children manage their own personal needs, such as dressing themselves to go outside, with verbal cues from staff.
  • Children learn independence and healthy eating habits during snack time, making choices and serving themselves.
  • Children demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning and celebrate achievements, helping younger children to master tasks.
  • Children benefit from new experiences in the wider community, including shopping for ingredients and learning about the natural world.
  • Parents speak highly of the nursery, appreciating home-learning bags, regular meetings with staff, and parent 'stay-and-play' sessions.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen communication between staff to develop a more consistent approach to supporting children's next steps in learning.
Inspection #10280473 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very highly of the nursery.

Parents believe that they offer an insight into the children's learning and development and provide ideas for activities that they can do at home to further support their children.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager works with the local authority to achieve the best outcomes for children. For example, the special educational needs adviser provides strategies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This has boosted staff confidence in their ability to provide relevant support and has resulted in children making good progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Children benefit from having access to a well-equipped outdoor learning environment. They develop physical skills while running and negotiate obstacles as they chase each other.

Inspection history

Date: September 2017

  • April 2023Good
  • September 2017Good

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