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Ellesmere Children's Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2024)
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4.2(21 parent reviews) ·4 Maxwell Street, Sheffield, S4 7JN · Sheffield
Number of places
50 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2024
Local authority
Sheffield

About this day nursery

Ellesmere Children's Centre, located in Sheffield, is dedicated to providing outstanding childcare with a strong multicultural ethos, striving to create a welcoming

Our ethos

Ellesmere Children's Centre has a strong multicultural ethos and strives to create a welcoming environment.

What it's like

Children arrive happy and are greeted by cheerful staff. The environment is peaceful and quiet. Staff give children clear expectations, such as teaching them about 'good sitting', 'good listening' and 'good looking'.

Ofsted OutstandingCharitable OrganisationMulticultural EnvironmentOutdoor Learning Spaces

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, all year round (closed for a short period over Christmas and Bank Holidays)

Age range

6 months to 5 years (up to 8 years for summer play-care)

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Ellesmere Children's Centre

Last inspected 17 July 2024 · Caroline Brooks

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 arrive happy and are greeted by cheerful staff. The environment is peaceful and quiet. Staff give children clear expectations, such as teaching them about 'good sitting', 'good listening' and 'good looking'.

Inspector highlights

  • Children delight in exploring multicultural and multilingual resources and information that represent them and their community.
  • Staff skilfully differentiate and ask open-ended questions so that all children can join in.
  • The key-person system is strong, and staff build strong bonds with children and excellent relationships with parents.
  • The curriculum is informed by children's interests and needs.
  • Leaders invite families into the setting, running stay-and-play and fathers' groups.

Areas to develop

  • 1help children to understand and know that their views are valued during group activities, such as by recognising when to slow down and respond in a meaningful way
  • 2support staff to develop mealtime routines so that all children can fully participate and have opportunities to develop their social skills.
Inspection #10355476 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

"Parents say that this is valuable, and staff notice the impact it has on children's personal care and independence."

"Parents are delighted with the setting."

"Parents say that staff support their children, families and the community."

"Parents say that it is wonderful that the resources reflect their children."

"They say that this has an impact on children's well-being."

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported by all staff. Staff observe children to identify their interests and next steps in development, identifying emerging needs. Leaders swiftly implement one-to-one support sessions, such as with a music or art therapist, and work closely with other professionals and agencies to extend support.

Outdoor space

Outside, staff teach older children to play games like 'Mr Wolf', where children listen to instructions and learn rules. Children's energy levels are high, and staff support them to enjoy their excitement.

Parent Reviews of Ellesmere Children's Centre

4.2
(21)
Samy Hussain
a year ago

Fantastic nursery!! I was super nervous about sending my boy here as he has never been apart from me, But the staff and manager made me feel reassured. They are very approachable and provide a warm and caring atmosphere. The staff are very supportive and caring of the children’s needs. My boy has really settled in and loves going there. It really prepares them well for school and encourages positive values and relation- ships with other children. Would definitely recommend for outstanding childcare facilities. Thank you for all your hard work. X

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Claudia Tornese
a year ago

Hands down the best nursery in Sheffield! My eldest daughter came here 10 years ago, and she absolutely loved it. Fast forward 10 years I started my youngest here last year and she absolutely loves it too. All the teachers that were here 10 years ago still work here which is very comforting. The nursery has a very calm environment, and they take pride in ensuring your child is happy and safe! They always go above and beyond! The school its self is constantly improving, the outside area is lovely and has many things for the kids to do. Amazing nursery, amazing staff. Thankyou!

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Nagat Mohsen
a year ago

Fantastic nursery! The staff are always very welcoming, supportive and professional. They helped my daughter settle in and I didn’t worry about her being there at all. I was able to check on her by phone when she wasn’t settled and the staff will always speak and listen to any worries they/I have which is excellent.

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Lauren Bartlett
a year ago

Ellesmere Children’s Centre is an absolute gem in Sheffield! I am so impressed by their outstanding childcare services, intentional care, and beautiful newly renovated facilities. The staff are incredible and pride themselves on bringing multilingual, diverse, and genuine care into their work. The Centre’s ethos of celebrating differences is not just a tagline but a lived practice, and it creates a unique learning experience for children and community members. The Emosi Therapy Centre is amazing as well and the tailored, child-led approach are fantastic for supporting emotional development. On top of this, their renovated community spaces are a brilliant resource for local events and groups. Ellesmere truly goes above and beyond for children, families, and the wider community, and I am truly excited for their future partnerships and continued growth!

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Natanya
a year ago

My little boy really enjoys coming to nursery, he’s always excited to go and see his friends and often speaks about seeing his nursery teachers too. Great communication with explaining what he has got up to and learnt each time I collect him I’m amazed how much he has learnt. & I love how inclusive it is, learning about other ethnicities, important days and religions. Highly recommend and can’t wait for my other little boy to start

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Inspection history

Date: May 2011

  • July 2024Good
  • November 2018Outstanding
  • December 2014Outstanding
  • May 2011Outstanding

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