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Explorers Aveley # Explorers Aveley Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · Community Hub, High Street, Aveley, RM15 4BY · Thurrock Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Thurrock About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Explorers Aveley, established in 2020, is a welcoming childcare setting for children aged 0-4 years, open all year round from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. The dedicated staff, having formed good relationships with the children, ensure they feel safe and secure, fostering a positive attitude towards learning. The nursery provides a language-rich environment, benefiting all children, including those who speak English as an additional language, and staff effectively use sign language with younger children to enhance communication. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are very well supported, with staff consistently partnering with other professionals and undertaking relevant training to ensure good progress. The curriculum is based on children's interests and developmental needs, acknowledging the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on their development, and includes daily mindfulness sessions. Children are offered a wealth of experiences to broaden their knowledge, including regular outings within the local community such as litter-picking walks in local woodlands and visits to the market for fresh produce, promoting an understanding of the world around them. Parents consistently praise the nursery, highlighting their happiness with the care and education provided, the amazing staff, and the level of trust they have in the setting. The nursery proudly holds a 'Good' rating from its latest Ofsted inspection on November 14, 2022. What it's like Children arrive eagerly to this welcoming setting, excited to begin their day. Staff know children very well and have formed good relationships with them. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning. Welcoming environment Strong communication focus Effective SEN support Community outings Positive parent feedback Good Ofsted rating ## 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, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2020 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Explorers Aveley Last inspected 14 November 2022 · Holly Todd 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 eagerly to this welcoming setting, excited to begin their day. Staff know children very well and have formed good relationships with them. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning. Inspector highlights - Staff use sign language with young children effectively to enhance their communication and ability to express their own needs. - Leaders understand the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on their children's development. - Children are provided with a wealth of experiences to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the world around them. - Staff regularly plan outings within the local community for the children. - Parents speak very highly of this nursery. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of routine tasks so that children can complete activities to their satisfaction - 2 strengthen staff's understanding of how to adapt their interactions to respond to individual children's engagement during activities, to ensure all children remain fully engaged and their learning is maximised. Inspection #10251477 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202631) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Explorers Aveley Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10251477 Lead inspector Holly Todd Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202631)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2598023) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=explorers-aveley-rm15-4by-2598023) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents speak very highly of this nursery." > "They report that they are exceptionally happy with the care and education their children receive during their day." > "Parents explain that staff are amazing and they trust them completely." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff consistently work in partnership with other professionals, and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are very well supported. Staff undertake relevant training to ensure effective support is provided for children and families, to enable them to make good progress in their learning. Outdoor space Staff read to children with excitement in the garden, exposing them to a range of stories and promoting a love for literature. Children are taken on litter-picking walks to help look after their local woodlands. EAL / language support The language-rich environment ensures that all children, including those who speak English as an additional language, make good progress with their communication. Inspection history Most recent inspection 14 November 2022 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/50202631) ## Frequently asked about Explorers Aveley ### What do parents value about Explorers Aveley? ### What size of nursery is Explorers Aveley? ### How is the outdoor area used at Explorers Aveley? ### Which strengths stand out at Explorers Aveley? ## Nearby day nurseries in Aveley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Explorers Aveley. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Headstart Nursery 2 T/A Future Stars Day Nursery Stifford Road, Aveley · RM15 4AA ](/nursery/headstart-nursery-2-t-a-future-stars-day-nursery-rm15-4aa-2850220) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rainbows Preschool South Ockendon · RM15 4QR ](/nursery/rainbows-preschool-rm15-4qr-2583773) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Headstart Nursery South Ockendon · RM15 5LY ](/nursery/headstart-nursery-rm15-5ly-ey494201) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Woodlands Pre School & Nursery (Purfleet-on-Thames) Purfleet · RM19 1TA 3.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/woodlands-pre-school-nursery-purfleet-on-thames-rm19-1ta-ey453859) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.4 mi ### Kidzproof Purfleet-on-Thames · RM19 1ZY ](/nursery/kidzproof-ltd-rm19-1zy-2770080) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Grays · RM20 2ZP ](/nursery/twizzle-tops-day-nursery-rm20-2zp-ey392722) [See all nurseries in Aveley →](/search?q=Aveley) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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