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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [West Midlands](/search?region=West+Midlands) 4. First Class Nursery # First Class Nursery in Kidderminster Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · Lister Road, Kidderminster, DY11 6NN · Worcestershire Number of places 47 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Worcestershire 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 First Class Nursery, established in 1998 and now part of YMCA Worcestershire, offers quality childcare and education for children starting from 3 months old in Kidderminster. The nursery fosters a warm, family-like environment where each child's unique qualities are celebrated. A team of qualified and experienced staff, many of whom have been with the nursery for a significant period, delivers care and implements activities designed to meet individual developmental needs. The nursery prides itself on strong parent partnerships and the close bonds formed with children. Their curriculum is built on Christian values, aiming to provide stimulating learning experiences and prepare children for school by supporting their independence and developing a positive attitude towards learning. The curriculum covers key areas such as Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. First Class Nursery is committed to fostering resilience, empathy, ambition, curiosity, and critical thinking in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive setting, ensuring children develop a sense of belonging and community awareness. Our ethos The nursery's curriculum is built on Christian values, aiming to provide stimulating learning experiences and prepare children for school by supporting their independence and developing a positive attitude towards learning. First Class Nursery is committed to fostering resilience, empathy, ambition, curiosity, and critical thinking in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive setting, ensuring children develop a sense of belonging and community awareness. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle easily into First Class Nursery, forming strong relationships with the caring staff. They are enthusiastic and motivated to learn, investigating a good range of resources. Babies develop a can-do attitude, persevering with climbing and balancing activities with staff support. Christian values Part of YMCA Worcestershire Homely environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (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://www.first-class-nursery.co.uk/sessions-prices) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Class Nursery Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10249119 Lead inspector Tina Smith Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202983)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2586492) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.first-class-nursery.co.uk) Lister Road, Kidderminster, DY11 6NN [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.26747/52.37747/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Kidderminster - [Day nurseries in Kidderminster](/search?q=Kidderminster) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-class-nursery-dy11-6nn-2586492) ## Key facts Session types Breakfast Club, Full Day, AM session, PM Session Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 5.30pm Age range 3 months to 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2020 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Class Nursery Last inspected 18 November 2022 · Tina Smith 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 arrive happy and settle easily into First Class Nursery, forming strong relationships with the caring staff. They are enthusiastic and motivated to learn, investigating a good range of resources. Babies develop a can-do attitude, persevering with climbing and balancing activities with staff support. Inspector highlights - The knowledgeable and experienced manager works with dedicated staff to provide good-quality care and education. - The key-person system is effective, with staff knowing children and families well and planning a broad curriculum. - Children develop good communication and language skills through songs, rhymes, and meaningful conversations with staff. - The nursery provides children with nutritious meals and snacks and opportunities for fresh air and exercise. - Staff form strong relationships with parents, sharing information and supporting home learning, including borrowing books. Areas to develop - 1 provide children with even more experiences to learn about the language of feelings and emotions - 2 strengthen opportunities to further support children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe when using digital technology. Inspection #10249119 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202983) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the lovely staff and how happy their children are to attend. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by using sign language and visual displays. They regularly communicate with other professionals to share information, helping them to actively plan and support children with SEND to make good progress in their learning. Outdoor space Children benefit from lots of fresh air and exercise, developing good physical skills. They excitedly ride on wheeled toys, and young children enthusiastically use small brushes to paint a large board with water, which helps develop arm strength for early writing. ## Parent Reviews of First Class Nursery 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJSOUmydF6F-WZetOgzAnZPelkkKc_N8YAT5kCkVvcajEJFZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Adelle Lambert a year ago We came here today for a show round. The staff were so welcoming and the setting was so lovely. Lots for the children to do. The manager was so lovely and very knowledgeable. I was really impressed! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3NHBudG9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x48708c868f7f6013:0xc1e071001db32c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV9_94E2uRKvUU2kSf9YH3NW94PfU-_HYd5Sb9zJAH6AKLzb2XG=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Terry K 8 years ago Daughter attends [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRb2FhSE5nEAE!2m1!1s0x48708c868f7f6013:0xc1e071001db32c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLJt9EvvE_SDzdug5D-0AdgxoahpN0rJcZrFPl3EnI5dZNBVg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Tracey Groves 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRdU5DM2Z3EAE!2m1!1s0x48708c868f7f6013:0xc1e071001db32c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJkKVdL_96pm2mhjSRtDMXNl3j49CtfV8CTg64Mog044EG-ZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Gemma Morris 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURndGJ5NHp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48708c868f7f6013:0xc1e071001db32c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWx6GQRdTxPzkg9GnJz62rGUH28DriXHS7LQOdyP_AZmD03kUi4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) fredo fortnite 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnNGJUWEpnEAE!2m1!1s0x48708c868f7f6013:0xc1e071001db32c) Reviews from Google for First Class Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=54571446443029292&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2022 - December 2022 Good - November 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about First Class Nursery ### What is the Ofsted rating of First Class Nursery? ### How are meals handled at First Class Nursery? ### Does First Class Nursery take babies? ### What type of nursery is First Class Nursery? ### Which funding hours does First Class Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Kidderminster Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Class Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Kids Planet Kidderminster Kidderminster · DY11 6RH 4.5(33 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-kidderminster-dy11-6rh-2697651) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The World Outside Kindergarten Kidderminster · DY11 5PQ ](/nursery/the-world-outside-kindergarten-dy11-5pq-2631928) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.1 mi ### Kiddy Winks Day Nursery Kidderminster · DY10 1NB 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddy-winks-day-nursery-dy10-1nb-ey394791) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Mayfield House Kindergarten Kidderminster · DY11 5DA 4.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/mayfield-house-kindergarten-dy11-5da-205436) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Deerhurst Day Nursery Kidderminster · DY11 5AD 4.8(17 reviews) ](/nursery/deerhurst-day-nursery-dy11-5ad-2647470) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Little Folks Day Nursery Kidderminster · DY10 2BP ](/nursery/little-folks-day-nursery-dy10-2bp-ey539961) [See all nurseries in Kidderminster →](/search?q=Kidderminster) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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