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Flying Start Day Nursery Chigwell

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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5.0(68 parent reviews) ·Healthcare Centre, 548 Limes Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5NT · Essex
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Essex

About this day nursery

Flying Start Day Nursery Chigwell Limited is a lively, warm, and welcoming setting in Chigwell, registered in 2014, operating Monday to Friday from 7am until 6pm, all year round. The nursery provides childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years old.

Attaining a Good rating at its latest Ofsted inspection on 6th February 2023, children are described as happy and confident, freely exploring activities and making their own choices. The curriculum is designed to build on existing knowledge and skills, with key persons understanding each child's individual needs and developmental stages to provide a challenging and enjoyable experience.

Staff expertly support children's growing independence, encouraging them to serve themselves meals and providing techniques to help them put on their coats before outdoor play. The nursery places a strong emphasis on physical development, offering opportunities for children to climb large play equipment to enhance their balance and coordination.

Staff are also adept at teaching positive behaviour, reminding children of expectations to foster sharing and friendship. Parents commend the engaging provider and friendly staff, with those whose children speak English as an additional language particularly appreciative of the support provided.

What it's like

This lively nursery is warm and welcoming, where children are happy and confident, moving freely and making choices about activities. They enjoy looking at flash cards, serving themselves meals, and confidently asking for more. Children exhibit good behaviour, share toys, and develop special friendships, showing pride in their achievements.

Happy & confident childrenGood behaviourStrong physical developmentSupport for independenceEngaging staff

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7am until 6pm, all year round.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Flying Start Day Nursery Chigwell

Last inspected 6 February 2023 · Ann Cozzi

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

This lively nursery is warm and welcoming, where children are happy and confident, moving freely and making choices about activities. They enjoy looking at flash cards, serving themselves meals, and confidently asking for more. Children exhibit good behaviour, share toys, and develop special friendships, showing pride in their achievements.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and confident, moving around freely and making choices about activities.
  • The provider and staff have made improvements since the last inspection, with appropriate support and coaching for staff.
  • Children are provided with a curriculum that builds on their existing knowledge and skills, with staff providing extra support when needed.
  • Staff support children's growing independence and teach them how to behave.
  • Children's physical development is well supported through opportunities to climb and engage in craft activities.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen opportunities for sharing ideas and activities with parents to further support and extend their children's learning at home
  • 2seek more detailed information from parents about children's developmental starting points, to plan even more effectively from the very start.
Inspection #10244238 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that the provider is engaging and the staff are very friendly.

Parents of children who speak English as an additional language report that they are happy with the support provided.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Key persons are aware of each child's needs, interests and developmental stages. They use this information to plan and deliver a challenging and enjoyable experience across all areas of learning. Staff know the children well and are able to provide extra support when needed.

Outdoor space

Staff use techniques that help children learn how to put their coats on before going to the park. Children's physical development is supported well. They have opportunities to climb large play equipment, helping to practise and develop their balance and coordination skills.

Parent Reviews of Flying Start Day Nursery Chigwell

5.0
(68)
Hatii
5 months ago

My Child attended here. I've visited many nurseries before choosing this one and it's the only one that actually felt right in the area. The staff are so lovely and attentive. They know all about your child and watch them carefully. My child loved it there and I would recommend this to anyone searching a nursery around the area.

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S Khan
10 months ago

Best nursery you can ever give your child, my daughter loves it here and the teachers are amazing the kids learn so much staff even potty training they assist them so they are independent. My daughter has had her best time here at flying start nursery. Sharmin

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Ashleigh Bromfield
5 months ago

Amazing nursery to say the least. Staff very attentive, caring and really care about the development of the children definitely a home away from home experience for both my children who attended

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Barbara
a year ago

Really happy with the nursery, they go above and beyond. All the staff are lovely, kind and always smiling. The care and love they have for all the children really shows. One of the best Nurseries I have come across. My son finally enjoys going to nursery. Thank you for all your hard work, patient and providing a clean, warm and welcoming environment for our children to play, learn and explore. :)

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El Bel
10 months ago

Honestly cannot fault this nursery. Both my girls have been here with my youngest finishing soon. The staff are amazing with the kids and my girls were always excited to go. Would also have to mention sofina who is one of the sweetest people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for 4 years, truly a star! You’ve watched my littlest grow up for 4 years and we will be very sad to leave this summer. Thank you for everything everyone at flying start ❤️

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: February 2017

  • February 2023Good
  • May 2022Requires improvement
  • February 2017Good

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