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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) # Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2024) · 3.8 (9 parent reviews) · 5 Clarkehouse Road, Sheffield, S10 2LA · Sheffield Number of places 75 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2024 Local authority Sheffield About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) has over two decades of experience in delivering exceptional childcare and early education to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Opening its doors in 1998, this branch, alongside its Hackenthorpe counterpart established in 1994, is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational environment. The nursery’s philosophy centres on recognising each child's individuality, believing that encouragement and positive reinforcement are key to their success and growth. Their primary objective is to cultivate a unique, secure, and warm atmosphere that actively supports children's learning journey, bolsters their self-confidence, and ultimately aids in their development into well-rounded individuals. They offer flexible sessions to accommodate diverse family needs. Our ethos Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational environment, recognising each child's individuality. Their philosophy centres on encouragement and positive reinforcement to support children's learning journey, bolster self-confidence, and aid their development into well-rounded individuals. What it's like Staff provide a warm and inclusive environment where children settle quickly and feel safe and happy. They engage children in a wide range of fun and exciting activities that encourage curiosity and a positive attitude towards learning, including exploring space and different cultures. Babies use their senses to explore, showing curiosity and engaging with materials like clay. Over 20 years experience Individualised Learning Flexible Sessions ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://fairmountnursery.com) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6:30pm Age range 3 months - 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1998 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) Inspection date Apr 2024 Inspection no. 10335820 Lead inspector Cathryn Clarricoates Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249993)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/300827) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=fairmount-nursery-clarkehouse-s10-2la-300827) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) Last inspected 30 April 2024 · Cathryn Clarricoates 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 Staff provide a warm and inclusive environment where children settle quickly and feel safe and happy. They engage children in a wide range of fun and exciting activities that encourage curiosity and a positive attitude towards learning, including exploring space and different cultures. Babies use their senses to explore, showing curiosity and engaging with materials like clay. Inspector highlights - Managers are dedicated and passionate, leading compassionately and supporting staff well-being. - Staff collaboratively identify and implement improvements, such as enriching the outdoor learning environment. - Partnerships with parents are highly effective, with excellent communication and a valued family atmosphere. - Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. - Children's health and well-being are prioritised through daily exercise, hygiene, healthy eating education, and support for families on various health topics. Areas to develop - 1 The provider should support staff to enhance their interactions with younger children even further, to help to consistently achieve the very best outcomes for children. Inspection #10335820 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249993) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Staff are aware of what children know and can do and what they need to do next. Outdoor space Staff have identified that children who learn best outdoors would benefit from an enriched environment. They worked as a team to create a stimulating play area outside where children can experience all areas of learning. ## Parent Reviews of Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) 3.8 (9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWj8_QvtNvIsvNl4P5ni5F2MyQnS_sV_D2vtyJpxp9aVPODIiU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Katie Green 4 months ago Wow for a nursery the staff are so rude my child would not be going here, the nursery i use are so friendly im shocked by the rudness ? [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wUlpYcFZOa2hDTFdoVVQySlVOakJpTFVKYVFVRRAB!2m1!1s0x48798270f3107185:0xcf5a699a12db5416) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIliRZftl4EufOutsoL2GqbkcXC3RvwWsI1fp0HmQDEODUqqTo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) thomas blair 5 years ago It’s a good school my little boy goes there but often I see people drinking and vaping acting silly around it and it really affects my child’s learning and focus [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNLNm92Z3VnRRAB!2m1!1s0x48798270f3107185:0xcf5a699a12db5416) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXlThbwx2NnEQNGp-dQEsBW_GkoDJzD7xEnpEXAo6_KF4WfP5K7=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) miner90games miner9games 6 years ago Great staff both my girls went here were very happy and very well cared for . [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNbWJmdlRREAE!2m1!1s0x48798270f3107185:0xcf5a699a12db5416) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJpgWKrYO6aDJy8ol8l3W4Iy5lwu3_EFCAmF2qPRMOC8uh61g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Judith Jade 3 years ago Fantastic supportive caring staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtd05LU0p3EAE!2m1!1s0x48798270f3107185:0xcf5a699a12db5416) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVuH-s3NjVqOoFI9OcIBbQIJonDNt3FBT-_y0ys0ugkMFtO-fQF=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Tamim H 5 years ago The best Nursery in Sheffield ... good prices [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDak5tQmF3EAE!2m1!1s0x48798270f3107185:0xcf5a699a12db5416) Reviews from Google for Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse). [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14941370824217285654&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2012 - April 2024 Good - June 2018 Good - August 2015 Good - February 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) ### From what age does Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) accept children? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) accept? ### Does Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) have an Ofsted rating? ### How can Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) be contacted? ### How does Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse) support children with SEND? ### Whereabouts is Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse)? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sheffield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Fairmount Nursery (Clarkehouse). - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Sheffield Woodland Kindergarten Sheffield · S10 2LA 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/sheffield-woodland-kindergarten-ltd-s10-2la-ey486454) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Sheffield Hallam University Nursery Sheffield · S10 2LW ](/nursery/sheffield-hallam-university-nursery-s10-2lw-300763) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Banana Moon Day Nursery Sheffield Sheffield · S10 2LW 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/banana-moon-day-nursery-sheffield-s10-2lw-ey490952) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Beech Hill Nursery School Sheffield · S10 2SB 4.2(13 reviews) ](/nursery/beech-hill-nursery-school-s10-2sb-ey423110) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Sunshine Day Nursery Sheffield · S10 2SB 3.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/sunshine-day-nursery-s10-2sb-ey280094) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### University of Sheffield Union of Students Nursery Sheffield · S10 2FL 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/university-of-sheffield-union-of-students-nursery-s10-2fl-300762) [See all nurseries in Sheffield →](/search?q=Sheffield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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