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Dot's Tots Day Nursery # Dot's Tots Day Nursery in Victoria Dock Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · Hoskins Community Centre, Hoskins Close, Victoria Dock, E16 3RU · Newham Number of places 77 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Newham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 30pm. Established to support children aged 0-4 years, the nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 1 May 2025. Children are happy and settled in this inclusive setting, where a varied and ambitious curriculum is in place to support their good progress from their individual starting points, including the development of physical and self-care skills. The inspector noted how children develop self-care skills in preparation for school, such as putting away belongings and finding their photo on arrival. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with the inspector observing the quality of education provided both indoors and outdoors and assessing its impact on children's learning. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are particularly well supported. Leaders thoughtfully utilise funding to provide a dedicated sensory room, a calming area, and resources specifically for these children. Staff collaborate closely with external professionals like local authority SEND advisers and speech and language therapists to ensure targeted support to address any emerging developmental gaps. The nursery also focuses strongly on communication and language development within its curriculum, with staff using age-appropriate language, encouraging singing, and employing visual aids, especially for children with SEND and those learning English as an additional language. Parents frequently 'compliment how staff prioritise care for their children' and are 'impressed with the variety of exciting activities their children enjoy'. What it's like Children are happy and settled at this inclusive nursery, where friendly staff help them feel safe and comfortable. A varied and ambitious curriculum supports all children's good progress, including the development of physical and self-care skills. Ambitious curriculum Strong SEND support Sensory activities Communication focus Parent partnership Good Ofsted rating ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dot's Tots Day Nursery Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10380922 Lead inspector Tracey Murphy Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278220)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2712522) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dot-s-tots-day-nursery-limited-e16-3ru-2712522) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dot's Tots Day Nursery Last inspected 1 May 2025 · Tracey Murphy 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 are happy and settled at this inclusive nursery, where friendly staff help them feel safe and comfortable. A varied and ambitious curriculum supports all children's good progress, including the development of physical and self-care skills. Inspector highlights - Leaders have a clear and ambitious vision and plan a well-thought-out curriculum. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well with thoughtful use of funding and close work with external professionals. - Staff organise a variety of sensory activities that are popular and develop dexterity, language, and social skills. - Leaders place a strong focus on communication and language development within the curriculum. - Partnership working with parents is a key strength, and parents are impressed with the activities and support provided. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen how daily routines are organised and managed to ensure staff understand what is expected of them during transitions to enable them to consistently promote children's care and well-being - 2 develop staff's confidence and expertise in teaching early mathematics to help to deepen children's understanding of mathematical concepts. Inspection #10380922 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278220) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents compliment how staff prioritise care for their children. > Parents are impressed with the variety of exciting activities their children enjoy. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. Leaders use funding thoughtfully to provide a specific sensory room, a calming area and resources that these children require. Staff work closely with external professionals, such as the local authority's SEND advisers and speech and language therapists, to ensure children have appropriate, targeted support to narrow any emerging gaps. Outdoor space 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 Most recent inspection 1 May 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278220) ## Frequently asked about Dot's Tots Day Nursery ### How many places does Dot's Tots Day Nursery have? ### How does Dot's Tots Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths of Dot's Tots Day Nursery? ### What is Dot's Tots Day Nursery working on improving? ### Does Dot's Tots Day Nursery take babies? ### Which funded hours does Dot's Tots Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Victoria Dock Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Dot's Tots Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Little Ellies London · E6 5UP ](/nursery/little-ellies-e6-5up-ey456411) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Clever Cloggs Day Nursery London · E16 3NP 2.5(14 reviews) ](/nursery/clever-cloggs-day-nursery-e16-3np-ey299997) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at London Excel London · E16 1XL 3.8(24 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-london-excel-e16-1xl-ey222547) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Cribs Day Nursery London · E16 1PH 4.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/cribs-day-nursery-e16-1ph-ey349473) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Alpha Nursery (Canning Town) Canning Town · E13 8LS ](/nursery/alpha-nursery-canning-town-e13-8ls-2625041) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Golden Star Nursery London · E6 5YU 4.8(59 reviews) ](/nursery/golden-star-nursery-e6-5yu-2555082) [See all nurseries in Victoria Dock →](/search?q=Victoria+Dock) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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