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Explorers Childcare # Explorers Childcare in Oswestry Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · Trefonen C Of E Controlled Primary School, Oswestry, SY10 9DY · Shropshire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Shropshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Explorers at Trefonen, established in November 2015, provides a nurturing and secure childcare environment for children aged 2 to 11 years. Situated within the grounds of Trefonen CofE Primary School in Oswestry, the facility offers a comprehensive programme that focuses on encouraging children's learning through various activities and play. The nursery emphasises creating a happy, safe, and professional atmosphere where each child feels secure and comfortable exploring their world. With a dedicated team of caring and enthusiastic staff, the provision is committed to meeting individual needs and fostering a welcoming environment that values diversity. They actively promote a partnership with parents and carers, recognising their crucial role as children's primary educators, and ensure effective communication to share information and expertise. The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, addressing learning, development, safeguarding, and welfare requirements, and is dedicated to inclusivity. What it's like Leaders have developed a curriculum and a range of educational programmes that help children to gain a secure foundation in their learning. They place a strong emphasis on supporting children's language acquisition. Leaders and staff prioritise getting to know the children and their families especially when they first start. Independent childcare provision Learning through play Extensive activities Experienced staff Family partnership ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on selected session times, with options for full days, short days, and morning slots. Care can be taken term-time only or all year round, with holiday care requiring a separate booking. Before and after school care and holiday clubs are also available for school-aged children. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Full Day Session £48.50 / day - Morning Session £31.00 / session - Short Morning Session £15.50 / session - Afternoon Session £20.00 / session - Before School Care (8:00am to 9:00am) £5.50 / session See 4 more Good to know - Open Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 5.45pm. - Care is available term-time only or all year round. - Holiday care must be booked separately. - Offers before and after school care and holiday clubs for school-aged children. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Explorers Childcare Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10347083 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253617)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY536760) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=explorers-childcare-ltd-sy10-9dy-ey536760) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:45pm, term time only or all year around Session types Full Day, Morning Session, Short Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Before School Care, After School Care, Holiday Club Age range 2 to 11 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Explorers Childcare Last inspected 5 July 2024 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 Leaders have developed a curriculum and a range of educational programmes that help children to gain a secure foundation in their learning. They place a strong emphasis on supporting children's language acquisition. Leaders and staff prioritise getting to know the children and their families especially when they first start. Inspector highlights - Leaders' self-evaluation is a key strength and they take strategic action to continually develop the service provided and quality of education. - Leaders provide staff with effective training that is directly linked to their key priorities. - Partnership working is strong, including with parents and other settings. - An effective key person system is in place, and staff have a strong understanding of child development. - Leaders and staff support children's health well and implement effective procedures to promote this. Areas to develop - 1 organise daily routines that precisely reflect the needs of the children in attendance to maximise learning throughout the day - 2 reinforce expectations with the children so they all fully understand the rules relating to the various daily routines to fully support their concentration and attention skills. Inspection #10347083 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253617) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) highly praise the support provided. The SENCo leads the staff team to provide specialised support for children with SEND. Staff are knowledgeable about how to adapt the curriculum and their teaching to support children at different stages of their development, and they work closely with outside agencies to implement individual support. Outdoor space Staff recognise how to deploy themselves so that children's learning is enhanced in the different play areas indoors and outdoors. Staff join in with children's play and skilfully enhance their learning, particularly to support children's language development. Inspection history Date: August 2018 - July 2024 Good - August 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Explorers Childcare ### What stands out about Explorers Childcare? ### How does Explorers Childcare support children with SEND? ### What are the fees at Explorers Childcare? ### Who makes up the staff team at Explorers Childcare? ### Whereabouts is Explorers Childcare? ### When is Explorers Childcare open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Oswestry Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Explorers Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Oswestry School Prepcare Nursery Oswestry · SY11 2ST ](/nursery/oswestry-school-prepcare-nursery-sy11-2st-ey539553) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Unicorn Nursery Maesbury Maesbury Marsh · SY10 8HD ](/nursery/unicorn-nursery-maesbury-sy10-8hd-ey556966) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Footsteps Nursery Oswestry · SY11 4QB ](/nursery/footsteps-nursery-sy11-4qb-ey257595) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Newbridge Day Nursery Oswestry · SY10 8BB ](/nursery/newbridge-day-nursery-sy10-8bb-ey404537) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### Pant Pandas Childcare Centre Oswestry · SY10 9QR ](/nursery/pant-pandas-childcare-centre-sy10-9qr-ey310362) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### Kidszone Nursery Oswestry · SY11 2LQ ](/nursery/kidszone-nursery-sy11-2lq-2639522) [See all nurseries in Oswestry →](/search?q=Oswestry) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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