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Fidgety Feet

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
·Montessori Pre School, St. Edmunds Hall, Harlow, CM17 0QB · Essex
Number of places
26 places
Age range
1–5 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Essex

About this day nursery

Fidgety Feet is a warm and welcoming nursery school located in Matching Green, Essex, dedicated to fostering the social and intellectual development of each child in a stimulating, happy, and caring environment. They provide holistic care for babies, toddlers, and children, tailoring their support to individual needs.

The nursery prides itself on encouraging children to discover their voice and works closely with parents and the community. With a team boasting over 150 years of combined experience in childcare and education, Fidgety Feet ensures a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

The facility features a fully equipped outdoor play area and garden, and a private car park for convenient drop-offs and pick-ups, allowing children to explore nature and play outdoors in all weather conditions.

What it's like

Children are welcomed warmly by their key person when they arrive, and they happily leave their parents. They show great enthusiasm and excitement to learn as they explore what is on offer. All children, including the babies, have clearly established close bonds with the nurturing team of practitioners.

Nurturing EnvironmentExperienced StaffOutdoor Play AreaCommunity Focused

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, for 46 weeks a year. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Staff

combined 150 years of experience

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Fidgety Feet

Last inspected 25 May 2022 · Lynn Hartigan

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 are welcomed warmly by their key person when they arrive, and they happily leave their parents. They show great enthusiasm and excitement to learn as they explore what is on offer. All children, including the babies, have clearly established close bonds with the nurturing team of practitioners.

Inspector highlights

  • The management team is enthusiastic and has a clear vision of how to provide high-quality care and education following the Montessori ethos and principles.
  • Partnerships with parents are well established.
  • The manager ensures the curriculum is planned and securely embedded across all areas of learning and provides an inclusive environment.
  • The practitioners have high expectations for all the children attending.
  • Children's language development is progressing well.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide children with more opportunities to take responsibility for themselves and solve problems when negotiating how to share resources.
Inspection #10207711 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very highly of the 'amazing' practitioners and the commitment and dedication to their children.

They comment that they are reassured their children make very good progress.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

This means that all children, including those who require additional support, achieve the best possible outcomes and are prepared for successful future learning.

Outdoor space

Children delight playing in the garden. They have immense fun mastering the challenge of using large apparatus. They take safe risks, fully supported by practitioners who are on hand to encourage and help if required.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

25 May 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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