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Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington # Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Dec 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Whalley Road, Billington, Clitheroe, BB7 9NT · Lancashire Number of places 60 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Lancashire 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 30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery received an Outstanding rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 15th December 2023. Children thrive in the nurturing environment provided by staff, who communicate with warmth and enthusiasm, regularly praising children to build their self-esteem. New children settle extremely quickly and form close bonds with staff, who expertly use information from parents and their own observations to precisely plan experiences. The curriculum is designed to provide children with the cultural capital they need, fostering a genuine thirst for learning. Staff have exceptionally high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). What it's like Children thrive in the care of nurturing staff within this calm and welcoming nursery. Staff communicate with children with warmth and enthusiasm. They regularly praise children to build their self-esteem. New children settle extremely quickly and form close bonds with staff. Outstanding Ofsted rating Nurturing environment Ambitious curriculum Excellent SEND support Strong communication focus Impeccable behaviour ## 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 Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington Last inspected 15 December 2023 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 Children thrive in the care of nurturing staff within this calm and welcoming nursery. Staff communicate with children with warmth and enthusiasm. They regularly praise children to build their self-esteem. New children settle extremely quickly and form close bonds with staff. Inspector highlights - The passionate and dedicated manager creates a unique and highly ambitious curriculum that is implemented extremely well by staff. - Children with SEND receive excellent support. - The manager is highly committed to the continued professional development and training of all staff. - Staff support children's communication exceptionally well. - Children behave impeccably. Inspection #10301447 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239556) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10301447 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239556)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2649612) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=early-bairds-childrens-nursery-billington-bb7-9nt-2649612) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are unanimous in their high praise of the outstanding levels of care and attention that their children receive. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have exceptionally high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children with SEND receive excellent support. The experienced special educational needs coordinator and each child's key person, work in partnership with parents and other professionals to develop individual support plans to further enhance children's learning and development. 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. ## Parent Reviews of Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV5613nU5nTk6a5dq9tKp8656QFvrBewqVG9AgPGEdUwmGNoy4wlA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Jessica Logan 2 years ago Had a lovely show around, lovely nursery and warm feeling from the staff. Immediately felt welcomed and loved the curriculum and ideology of the nursery's future goals and what they've already achieved. I loved how open the rooms felt and how focused they are on learning and development. Crossing my fingers and toes Adelyn gets in soon 🤣. Thank you for all your time! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqaGJuNWxBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b9dbedf8e15b5:0x5956ae7a8ba0f358) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWCQYgrb4Huqkej4YX0DwtmRgiXG2OzI0VGK3Nvp84ur5et1E50=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Natasha C 3 years ago First class nursery setting for my little boy. He has come on leaps and bounds in terms of development and that's all down to the amazing and caring staff. We looked around a few nurseries before commiting and it was a no brainer after visiting this one. Communication between staff and parents is excellent and we wouldn't recommend any other nursery in the Ribble Valley. Thanks to the team for everything. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlM3Q2TURnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b9dbedf8e15b5:0x5956ae7a8ba0f358) Reviews from Google for Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239556) ## Frequently asked about Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington ### What do parents value about Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington? ### What are the opening hours at Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington? ### How does Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington support children with SEND? ### Is Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in Clitheroe Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Early Bairds Childrens Nursery Billington. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School Clitheroe · BB7 9SE 4.6(7 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-whalley-meadows-day-nursery-forest-school-bb7-9se-ey408064) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 0.8 mi ### Oakhill School & Nursery Clitheroe · BB7 9AF ](/nursery/oakhill-nursery-and-early-years-bb7-9af-ey312065) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Kids Planet Barrow Clitheroe · BB7 9BQ ](/nursery/kids-planet-barrow-bb7-9bq-2748084) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Educare For Early Years (Brockhall) Blackburn · BB6 8HL ](/nursery/educare-for-early-years-brockhall-bb6-8hl-ey490431) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.0 mi ### Tudor House Day Nursery @ Langho Blackburn · BB6 8EQ ](/nursery/tudor-house-day-nursery-langho-bb6-8eq-2844254) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Elms Private Day Nursery Blackburn · BB6 7NS ](/nursery/elms-private-day-nursery-bb6-7ns-309297) [See all nurseries in Clitheroe →](/search?q=Clitheroe) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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