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Four Woods Nursery # Four Woods Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 4.2 (22 parent reviews) · Surestart, Crownhill Road, Plymouth, PL5 2LN · Plymouth Number of places 15 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Plymouth 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 Four Woods Nursery in Plymouth is a childcare setting for children aged 2 to 4 years old, registered in 2017. Open term-time only on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9am until 1pm, the nursery is planning to expand its hours to 9am to 3:30pm every day in the near future. Children are eager and excited to attend, settling quickly with the support of nurturing key persons who know them well. The nursery provides a stimulating environment with a wide range of indoor and outdoor resources that children enthusiastically engage with, including trips to the local park for picnics. Staff are skilled in identifying and supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, using sign language and pictures to aid understanding and communication. The curriculum encourages independence and self-help skills, with staff providing clear boundaries and role modelling expectations. Parents report feeling well supported by the nursery staff, appreciating the assistance provided in helping children settle and develop new skills. The nursery maintains strong links with the nearby children's centre, offering additional support to families. What it's like Children are eager and excited to come to nursery and settle quickly with the support of nurturing key persons. They enthusiastically play with a wide range of resources both inside and outside, and develop a love for rhymes and books. Staff effectively use sign language and pictures to help children understand routines, fostering independence and self-help skills. Eager and excited children Dedicated SEND support Supportive staff Good progress Outdoor learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Four Woods Nursery Last inspected 12 November 2021 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 eager and excited to come to nursery and settle quickly with the support of nurturing key persons. They enthusiastically play with a wide range of resources both inside and outside, and develop a love for rhymes and books. Staff effectively use sign language and pictures to help children understand routines, fostering independence and self-help skills. Inspector highlights - Children are eager and excited to come to nursery. - Staff promptly identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and provide support. - Parents feel well supported by nursery staff and appreciate the extra support offered. - Staff have a good understanding of how children learn and plan activities based on their interests and needs. - Children learn about how to look after their teeth to keep them healthy. Areas to develop - 1 develop the organisation of group activities to help children develop their concentration and enhance learning throughout the session - 2 plan further opportunities to help children develop their early literacy skills. Inspection #10143598 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171974) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Four Woods Nursery Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10143598 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171974)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY552171) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=four-woods-nursery-pl5-2ln-ey552171) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that they feel well supported by nursery staff, who support the children to settle quickly and help them to develop new skills. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff promptly identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and provide support to meet their needs. Adults skilfully use sign language and pictures to help children to understand routines. For example, they use signing to express their needs as their language develops. Outdoor space Children enthusiastically play with the wide range of resources available to them both inside and outside. Children learn about their community and make trips to the local park for a picnic. ## Parent Reviews of Four Woods Nursery 4.2 (22) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUxxC7paUmhcaNVH5Jv8q_S1pI627WjEYrj4VhHH2qpdayWnQI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) James Strankalis 10 months ago A brilliant preschool, our daughter made some incredible friendships and the staff went above and beyond to support her and create a fun atmosphere for all the children, thank you, we would definitely recommend it! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxQlFVeG1Na0U0V1VSMFkycE9ja2N6TjJKSVFYYxAB!2m1!1s0x486c92c22e708b6d:0x1d3c6c1076a01fe6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJyqrZSXkgZSbGN4aILHZRCmCZkDlq7UNYSgTPYAe4_vhuXJg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Laura Paterson 6 years ago Great place! I attended to visit my midwives who are lovely. Every time I've spoken to the reception staff I've always found them to be friendly and extremely helpful. Just to make you aware though that parking is very limited. I recommend parking around the corner. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwdHRPYzNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x486c92c22e708b6d:0x1d3c6c1076a01fe6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIY1lRt7kyGYJh65fJ-_dmj_AXPwQu85NlghX9JSUT8tqL4Ig=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dean Buxton 6 years ago Attend meeting with my prem baby an midwife wants to starve should chuck competence of staff more regularly an there capability would not recommend a new mum with any issues going there [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjMVpqTkRREAE!2m1!1s0x486c92c22e708b6d:0x1d3c6c1076a01fe6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLw3mhSgM3hJAXvOU-fPBj07QQcA8LTu-ME3hKcdNHH3dZy6w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Elliott Youel 8 years ago The best preschool my daughter has ever been to, thanks [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3X3AtNkhREAE!2m1!1s0x486c92c22e708b6d:0x1d3c6c1076a01fe6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJB-q2TEhjiHRbY4JgODk32WS-Pr7n3dyDMiIZPjOieuRyUMg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Dagmara S 7 years ago Good choice for children, nice staff and safe place [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnc3JUcHFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486c92c22e708b6d:0x1d3c6c1076a01fe6) Reviews from Google for Four Woods Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2106677543668031462&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 14 October 2021 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171974) ## Frequently asked about Four Woods Nursery ### Which funded places does Four Woods Nursery accept? ### What is Four Woods Nursery working on improving? ### What do parents value about Four Woods Nursery? ### How does Four Woods Nursery use outdoor space? ### Whereabouts is Four Woods Nursery? ### How does Four Woods Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Plymouth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Four Woods Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Cabin Childcare Centre, YMCA Plymouth · PL5 3NG ](/nursery/the-cabin-childcare-centre-ymca-pl5-3ng-ey428422) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Rock A Tots (UK) Plymouth · PL5 3DE 4.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/rock-a-tots-uk-ltd-pl5-3de-2606163) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Plymouth · PL2 3RW 4.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-pl2-3rw-ey452051) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Ham Drive Nursery Daycare Plymouth · PL2 2NJ ](/nursery/ham-drive-nursery-daycare-pl2-2nj-2825908) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### St Paul's Playgroup Plymouth · PL5 1NE ](/nursery/st-paul-s-playgroup-pl5-1ne-117231) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Playbox Nursery Plymouth · PL2 3PZ ](/nursery/playbox-nursery-pl2-3pz-2713163) [See all nurseries in Plymouth →](/search?q=Plymouth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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