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Ferry Road Nursery # Ferry Road Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Ferry Road, Rye, TN31 7DN · East Sussex Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority East Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Following its latest Ofsted inspection on 3rd January 2023, it was rated 'Good' overall, a rating it also achieved in its previous inspection. Children are encouraged to share and take turns, supporting their social development, and staff carefully explain why certain behaviours are not acceptable. The nursery places importance on early literacy, with children of all ages enjoying sharing books and engaging in story-related activities. The dedicated staff effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by identifying additional needs, seeking external professional advice, and adapting rooms to ensure equal opportunities for all children. Outdoors, children can develop their physical skills by riding bicycles and playing on the see-saw. The management and committee are actively seeking grant funding to enhance the outdoor space further, with plans for a sensory walk and improved facilities for gardening and growing fruit and vegetables. This initiative supports children's understanding of the environment and healthy eating. Staff maintain strong partnerships with parents, who appreciate the clear communication and availability. They also build good relationships with local schools to ensure a smooth transition for children. Staff regularly meet with the manager to discuss their practice and well-being, receiving constructive feedback and undertaking additional training, such as therapeutic behaviour management, to enhance their skills. What it's like Children enter the nursery happily and feel safe and secure. They learn to share and take turns, using timers and sharing resources. Children know how to behave and follow routines, and staff explain why unacceptable behaviours are not appropriate. Good Ofsted rating Children aged 0-4 Open all year Strong parent partnerships Effective SEND support Outdoor play & sensory development ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2002 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ferry Road Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10262985 Lead inspector Jill Thewlis Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206777)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY221699) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ferry-road-nursery-tn31-7dn-ey221699) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ferry Road Nursery Last inspected 3 January 2023 · Jill Thewlis 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 enter the nursery happily and feel safe and secure. They learn to share and take turns, using timers and sharing resources. Children know how to behave and follow routines, and staff explain why unacceptable behaviours are not appropriate. Inspector highlights - Children often seek comfort and reassurance from their key person. - Children of all ages enjoy sharing books with each other and with the adults, concentrating for lengthy periods. - Staff have strong partnerships with parents, who are complimentary about the level of communication. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are effectively supported. - Staff meet regularly with the manager to discuss their practice and well-being and are given constructive feedback to help them improve. Areas to develop - 1 consider children's specific learning needs when planning activities to ensure they consistently and precisely target these and provide challenge - 2 allow children time to respond to questions before supplying a response Inspection #10262985 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206777) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are effectively supported. Staff work with parents to identify children with additional needs. Where necessary, the special educational needs coordinator seeks further advice and support from external professionals, which is followed. Staff make adaptations to each room to ensure that children with SEND have equal opportunities to participate in all activities. Outdoor space Outside, children ride bicycles of appropriate size and enjoy playing on the see-saw, which helps to support their physical development. The managers and committee are actively seeking grant funding to improve the outside area and have plans to create a sensory walk and improved facilities for children to garden and grow their own fruit and vegetables. Inspection history Date: May 2011 - January 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - June 2015 Good - May 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Ferry Road Nursery ### What outdoor area does Ferry Road Nursery have? ### What does Ferry Road Nursery do well? ### How was Ferry Road Nursery rated by Ofsted? ### When is Ferry Road Nursery open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Rye Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ferry Road Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Roadend Farm Nursery Rye · TN31 6BY ](/nursery/roadend-farm-nursery-tn31-6by-109310) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.6 mi ### Beckley Preschool Rye · TN31 6RL ](/nursery/beckley-preschool-tn31-6rl-109387) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.6 mi ### Country Buttercups Nursery Rye · TN31 6DG 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/country-buttercups-nursery-tn31-6dg-ey535564) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 7.2 mi ### Little Pickles Nursery Tenterden Tenterden · TN30 7LZ ](/nursery/little-pickles-nursery-tenterden-limited-tn30-7lz-ey558486) - [ Ofsted: Good 7.9 mi ### Clive Vale Nursery School Hastings · TN35 5LN ](/nursery/clive-vale-nursery-school-tn35-5ln-ey314066) - [ Ofsted: Good 8.0 mi ### Rolvenden Pre-School Cranbrook · TN17 4ND ](/nursery/rolvenden-pre-school-tn17-4nd-127503) [See all nurseries in Rye →](/search?q=Rye) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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