--- title: "Elms Private Day Nursery — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Elms Private Day Nursery in Blackburn — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Elms Private Day Nursery # Elms Private Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · The Elms, Lowerfold Road, Blackburn, BB6 7NS · Lancashire Number of places 29 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Elms Private Day Nursery, located in Blackburn, provides care for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, closing only for one week in July and one at Christmas. This childcare setting offers a homely and welcoming environment where children enjoy their time, feeling safe and secure due to the friendly and nurturing staff. The managers and their team have developed a curriculum that focuses on children's interests and their developmental next steps. Older children learn independence and self-care skills to prepare them for school, while toddlers are supported in managing their feelings and behaviours, and babies develop essential physical and language skills. The nursery encourages children to explore their environment and make independent choices, fostering a positive “can-do” attitude. Staff ensure children get plenty of fresh air, regardless of the weather, and benefit from nutritious home-cooked meals. There is a strong focus on promoting communication and language skills. The nursery also facilitates children's understanding of the world around them through frequent visits to local community places and participation in special festivals and celebrations. Staff have developed effective partnerships with other professionals to provide consistent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. What it's like Children clearly enjoy their time in this homely and welcoming nursery. The friendly and nurturing staff build positive relationships with children, helping them to feel safe and secure. Children confidently explore their environment, make independent choices, and are eager to learn new things with the support of the caring staff team. Homely and welcoming Child-centred curriculum Outdoor play Nutritious meals Community engagement SEND support ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, except for one week in July and one week at Christmas. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Elms Private Day Nursery Last inspected 19 February 2024 · Karen Cox 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 clearly enjoy their time in this homely and welcoming nursery. The friendly and nurturing staff build positive relationships with children, helping them to feel safe and secure. Children confidently explore their environment, make independent choices, and are eager to learn new things with the support of the caring staff team. Inspector highlights - Children clearly enjoy the time they spend in this homely and welcoming nursery. - The manager and her team have constructed a curriculum that centres around the children's interests and their next steps for learning. - Children have opportunities to learn about the world around them through frequent visits to local community places and participation in special festivals and celebrations. - Staff ensure that children get plenty of fresh air regardless of the weather and benefit from home-cooked, nutritious meals. - Children develop a positive 'can-do' attitude and persevere in challenging tasks. Areas to develop - 1 review and adapt the organisation of transitions throughout the day to ensure that children remain consistently engaged in their play and learning - 2 ensure that staff model language correctly so that children always hear the correct pronunciation of words - 3 help staff to develop their practice so that they consistently give children time to think and respond to the questions asked. Inspection #10317541 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50241538) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Elms Private Day Nursery Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10317541 Lead inspector Karen Cox Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50241538)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/309297) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed The Elms, Lowerfold Road, Blackburn, BB6 7NS [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.40964/53.78998/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Blackburn - [Day nurseries in Blackburn](/search?q=Blackburn) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=elms-private-day-nursery-bb6-7ns-309297) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have developed effective partnerships with other professionals. These help to provide a consistent approach to meeting children's needs, particularly those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space The environment both indoors and outside is regularly considered. Through reflective practice and purposeful evaluation, further improvements to the outdoors areas are planned. Staff ensure that children get plenty of fresh air regardless of the weather. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024 Date: July 2014 - February 2024 Good - October 2023 Inadequate - January 2018 Good - July 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Elms Private Day Nursery ### Does Elms Private Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### How many children are on roll at Elms Private Day Nursery? ### What does the nursery do well? ### What outdoor space does Elms Private Day Nursery have? ### When is Elms Private Day Nursery open? ### How does Elms Private Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### Is Elms Private Day Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in Blackburn Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Elms Private Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Little Cheeky Monkeys 2006 Blackburn · BB6 7JB 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-cheeky-monkeys-2006-ltd-bb6-7jb-ey347664) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### St.Wulstan's Pre-School Blackburn · BB6 7JQ ](/nursery/st-wulstan-s-pre-school-bb6-7jq-ey372899) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Early Bairds Children's Nursery Blackburn · BB6 7EE 4.6(22 reviews) ](/nursery/early-bairds-children-s-nursery-bb6-7ee-ey460197) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Our Lady & St Huberts Playgroup Blackburn · BB6 7SN ](/nursery/our-lady-st-huberts-playgroup-bb6-7sn-ey357656) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### The Willows Outdoor Nursery & Pre-School Blackburn · BB6 7LX 4.4(20 reviews) ](/nursery/the-willows-outdoor-nursery-pre-school-bb6-7lx-ey559217) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Little Sparks Accrington · BB5 5ST 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/little-sparks-ltd-bb5-5st-ey389477) [See all nurseries in Blackburn →](/search?q=Blackburn) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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