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Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley)

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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4.6(19 parent reviews) ·39 London Road, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, HP3 9SP · Hertfordshire
Number of places
100 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley) in Hemel Hempstead, established in 2020, offers childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30pm, Monday to Friday, the nursery prides itself on providing a calm and inviting environment where children are warmly welcomed and become deeply engrossed in their activities, as noted during the "Good" Ofsted inspection on 29 June 2022.

Staff support children in language development, introducing new words like "squishy" and "sticky" during sensory play, and teaching older children about the natural world through topics like dinosaurs and their habitats. The curriculum also fosters an understanding of diversity through "Family books," which highlight what makes each family unique.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on independence, with children learning to put on their own shoes and coats and serving their own food at mealtimes. Transitions through the nursery are carefully managed, ensuring children are secure in their age-appropriate skills before progression.

The nursery excels in its provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), working closely with parents and external professionals to provide focused support, ensuring good progress from each child's starting points. Parents attest to the team's approachable, welcoming, and highly professional nature.

What it's like

Children are extremely happy and settled throughout this nursery. They are warmly welcomed by staff and become deeply engrossed in activities. Staff help children develop new language and learn about the natural world, fostering a positive attitude towards learning and independence.

Engaging sensory playFostering independenceStrong parent partnershipsEffective SEND supportWarm and welcomingSupports natural world understanding of the natural world

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

7am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2020

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley)

Last inspected 29 June 2022 · Emily Woodhead

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 extremely happy and settled throughout this nursery. They are warmly welcomed by staff and become deeply engrossed in activities. Staff help children develop new language and learn about the natural world, fostering a positive attitude towards learning and independence.

Inspector highlights

  • Initial assessment gives the team a firm understanding of where each child is when they first start.
  • Children become increasingly independent as they move through the nursery.
  • Transitions through the nursery are supported very well.
  • Staff develop strong working partnerships with parents.
  • Staff quickly identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of planned group activities to improve the deployment of staff in order to better support the children
  • 2support staff to develop their practice so that they give children time to respond to the questions that are asked of them.
Inspection #10239247 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

the team are approachable, welcoming and maintain a high level of professionalism

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff quickly identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They work closely with parents and external professionals to ensure children receive the focused support they need. This ensures that children with SEND are given the best opportunity to achieve and make good progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley)

4.6
(19)
Carla Tubb
a year ago

My son has been attending Flower Pots Nursery for the past year, and it has been a wonderful experience for both him and our family. The staff is attentive and genuinely cares about the children, creating a nurturing environment. The rooms are filled with engaging activities that keep him excited to go every day. I highly recommend Flower Pots Nursery!

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Kindness costs nothing.
a year ago

I recently enrolled my little one in the baby room, and so far, I am happy with the experience. The staff is incredibly professional, transparent, and caring, which has made the transition smooth for both of us. My baby is settling in well, and it’s great to see him happy and thriving in such a nurturing environment. I feel confident that we made the right choice by choosing them and would definitely recommend it to other parents looking for a safe, supportive place for their children.

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Paige Gallagher
a year ago

My son has been attending the setting for 2 years now and he has bonded incredibly well with a few members of staff in particular. He gets excited to go to nursery and mentions his key worker regularly. My daughter just started at the setting and there has been excellent communication and support from the management team.

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Georgia Foley
a year ago

My son loves nursery and gets exceptional care from the whole team. Especially his key person Kayleigh who goes above and beyond! The management team is also very helpful, caring and supportive with any requests or concerns. Overall a great nursery that I would highly recommend!

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Rennella Ojeer
a year ago

The nursery is fantastic, with caring staff who provide excellent care for my child. My child has formed a strong bond with all the carers and has also learned a lot. I am extremely happy with the care and progress she has made. The nursery management is very accommodating and always helpful with my requests.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

29 June 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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