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Flying Start Nursery - Marjon

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
·Marjon University, Derriford Road, PLYMOUTH, PL6 8BH · Plymouth
Number of places
59 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Plymouth

About this day nursery

Flying Start Nurseries has been a cornerstone of childcare in Cornwall and Devon for over a quarter-century, dedicated to nurturing children in safe, supportive, and engaging environments. The nursery's philosophy centres on understanding and meeting the unique needs of each child, fostering individualised learning experiences essential for holistic development.

Our ethos

The nursery's philosophy centres on understanding and meeting the unique needs of each child, fostering individualised learning experiences essential for holistic development.

What it's like

Children are happy and content in this nursery, where they develop strong friendships and enjoy playing together. The nursery has a good curriculum, and the staff know how to implement it effectively, preparing children well for the next stage of learning. Rich learning experiences are provided both indoors and outdoors, with a focus on physical development and healthy nutritional choices.

Established 25+ yearsChild-centred approachMultiple locations

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am to 6pm weekdays throughout the year, except for bank holidays

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Flying Start Nursery - Marjon

Last inspected 19 November 2024 · Victoria Jones

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 happy and content in this nursery, where they develop strong friendships and enjoy playing together. The nursery has a good curriculum, and the staff know how to implement it effectively, preparing children well for the next stage of learning. Rich learning experiences are provided both indoors and outdoors, with a focus on physical development and healthy nutritional choices.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and content and develop strong friendships.
  • The nursery has a good curriculum that staff implement effectively.
  • Rich learning experiences are provided both indoors and outdoors, with a focus on physical development and healthy nutritional choices.
  • Staff nurture children to develop an understanding of the wider world through discussions and learning about different countries and cultures.
  • Staff enjoy working at the nursery and feel well supported, with opportunities for training that positively impact child development.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide older children with opportunities to explore their ideas and interests even more deeply.
Inspection #10364204 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

The nursery provides rich learning experiences, both indoors and outdoors, with a focus on physical development. Every morning, staff provide children of all ages with an uninterrupted hour of physical activities. Babies are guided to enjoy the outdoors, exploring natural materials and developing their understanding of insects and plants in their own forest school area. Staff recently undertook forest school training, incorporated into the outdoor 'shepherd huts' and trips to the local forest, guiding children to explore the natural surroundings more.

Inspection history

Date: November 2011

  • November 2024Good
  • January 2019Good
  • August 2015Good
  • November 2011Good

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