Echoes Childcare in Exeter (EX5 1FY)

About this day nursery

Echoes Childcare Limited, located in Exeter, operates as a childcare on non-domestic premises, catering to children aged 0-4 years. Open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6:30pm, the nursery is closed only between Christmas and New Year and on bank holidays.

The latest Ofsted inspection, on 30th May 2024, rated the nursery as 'Good' overall. Children at Echoes Childcare Limited feel safe and secure, quickly forming strong bonds with key persons.

Staff prioritise children's individual interests when planning activities, ensuring good progress and a positive attitude towards learning. The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and stimulating, preparing children well for their next stage in education.

An emphasis is placed on developing physical skills, with staff motivating movement and encouraging fine motor skills in babies and toddlers. Preschool children are supported in outdoor learning to assess risks for themselves, such as considering how high to climb trees or how far to jump from a platform, which helps them become confident and proud of their achievements.

Children also develop a love of books from a young age and learn to manage self-care needs independently. Parents have praised the nursery, noting their children make good developmental progress and are happy and eager to attend.

Leaders and staff demonstrate a secure understanding of the knowledge and skills they want children to acquire, working with parents to build on prior learning. The setting was established in 2022.

What it's like

Children feel safe and secure at the nursery, settling quickly and forming strong bonds with key persons. Staff ensure children make good progress by planning activities based on their interests and encouraging curiosity and independent risk assessment, fostering confidence and pride in their achievements.

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