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Fernbank Nursery # Fernbank Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Lammack County Primary School, Lammack Road, Blackburn, BB1 8LH · Blackburn with Darwen Number of places 50 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Blackburn with Darwen 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 Fernbank Nursery, situated in Lammack, Blackburn, is dedicated to fostering the development and education of young children, primarily those below statutory school age. The nursery achieves this by offering suitable play facilities and training courses, while actively involving parents in their children's learning journey and the nursery's activities. They are committed to providing opportunities for all children, regardless of their background, culture, religion, or financial situation. Fernbank Nursery emphasises expanding children's self-awareness, understanding of the physical and social world, and communication skills. They also encourage the study of the needs of children and their families, promoting public awareness and recognition of these needs within the local community. The nursery adheres to the principles and goals of the Pre-school Learning Alliance, ensuring a high standard of early years provision. Our ethos Fernbank Nursery is committed to fostering child development and education through suitable play facilities and active parent involvement. They aim to expand children's self-awareness, understanding of the world, and communication skills, while ensuring equal opportunities and adhering to the principles of the Pre-school Learning Alliance. What it's like Children thrive in this emotionally warm and welcoming setting where staff give lots of praise and encouragement to foster their confidence and self-esteem, helping them to settle well and form strong attachments. Leaders and staff plan an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do, resulting in good progress and preparation for the next stage of learning. Focus on holistic child development Parental involvement encouraged Inclusive environment Experienced and qualified staff ## Pricing & funding 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 →](http://www.fernbanknursery.org.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours The nursery opens from Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2008 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Fernbank Nursery Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10399495 Lead inspector Kelly Little Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289070)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY372066) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=fernbank-nursery-ltd-bb1-8lh-ey372066) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Fernbank Nursery Last inspected 17 September 2025 · Kelly Little 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 thrive in this emotionally warm and welcoming setting where staff give lots of praise and encouragement to foster their confidence and self-esteem, helping them to settle well and form strong attachments. Leaders and staff plan an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do, resulting in good progress and preparation for the next stage of learning. Inspector highlights - Children thrive in an emotionally warm and welcoming setting; staff foster confidence and self-esteem. - Ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that builds on children's prior learning. - Communication and language curriculum is a strength; children who speak English as an additional language are well supported. - Staff promote children's independence and self-care skills, supporting school readiness. - Leadership provides targeted training and strong staff support, contributing to high staff morale. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of group sessions, particularly for younger children, to ensure they fully benefit from the intended learning outcomes - 2 strengthen hygiene practices to help younger children understand the importance of good hygiene and to promote consistently good habits. Inspection #10399495 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289070) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery maintains strong communication with parents, supporting smooth transitions and early needs identification. Outdoor space Children build their large-muscle strength through outdoor play that encourages safe risk-taking. For example, children check for hazards, such as water on slides and bicycles, and then use sponges to remove it before using the equipment. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported to develop their language skills. Staff use a range of assessments alongside targeted strategies, such as visual aids and books, to ensure these children make the same progress as their peers. ## Parent Reviews of Fernbank Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLdmGXDTFoDy3bKIqwX2PAJJWB3UjpRFiIi--wHXtRseIQc5Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Mubin Mahboob 4 years ago Fantastic Nursery, great staff & excellent communication! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHN1ktWGNBEAE!2m1!1s0x487b9fe0adada91d:0xe468176d4e66142) Reviews from Google for Fernbank Nursery. 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