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Glen Jakes Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Glen Jakes, Bean Leach Road, Stockport, SK2 5JE · Stockport
Number of places
77 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Stockport

About this day nursery

Glen Jakes Nursery is a family-operated childcare facility providing a warm, friendly, and relaxed atmosphere for children. Situated in a tranquil rural area of Stockport, the nursery offers a unique setting with plenty of fresh air, minimal traffic, and scenic views, allowing children to explore and learn in nature.

The nursery received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted report in March 2022. The dedicated staff, many qualified to Level 3 or above, including some with Level 6 degrees, are committed to creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.

Children are cared for in age-appropriate rooms and are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities, both adult-led and child-initiated, to foster their development. The nursery emphasises outdoor play, with activities like nature trails, picnics in woodlands, and visits to horses.

Glen Jakes strongly believes in a partnership with parents, fostering open communication and collaboration to ensure continuity of care and a rewarding experience for each child. They implement a key worker system to provide individualised attention and support.

Our ethos

Glen Jakes Nursery is committed to providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment that fosters development through a variety of adult-led and child-initiated activities, with a strong emphasis on outdoor play and nature exploration. They believe in a partnership with parents, fostering open communication and collaboration, and implement a key worker system for individualised attention.

What it's like

Children thrive at this warm, inclusive nursery. Although their experiences are slightly different, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, children show that they are happy. They part from their parents with ease at the entrance, holding their arms out to cuddle their key person.

Family-run businessRural location with outdoor focusOfsted rated "Good"Experienced and highly qualified staffStrong parent partnership

Pricing & funding

Fees from April 2025 are structured around weekly, full-day, school-day, and half-day sessions. Additional hours are charged at an hourly rate, with penalty fees applying for unauthorised attendance. Parents must provide their own nappies and spare clothing, and no refunds are offered for absences.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A non-refundable deposit of £50 is required to secure a child's place.
  • Discounts of 5% are available for second siblings and NHS staff.
  • Parents must provide nappies, a change of clothing, and suitable outdoor wear.
  • Fees must be paid in advance, and no deductions are made for absenteeism.
  • Offers a free settling-in session prior to the child's start date.
  • Late collections will incur an additional fee at the nursery's discretion.

Key facts

Opening hours

7:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday, all year round excluding public bank holidays.

Session types

Full Week, Full Day, School Day, Morning Session, Afternoon Session

Food

Breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack are included depending on the session.

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Glen Jakes Nursery

Last inspected 11 March 2022

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 thrive at this warm, inclusive nursery. Although their experiences are slightly different, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, children show that they are happy. They part from their parents with ease at the entrance, holding their arms out to cuddle their key person.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thrive at this warm, inclusive nursery and are happy, parting from parents with ease.
  • The curriculum builds on children's interests and existing knowledge.
  • Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good.
  • Children show good behaviour, understand staff expectations, and follow instructions well.
  • Leaders have established good links with schools and staff work in a close-knit and positive team.

Areas to develop

  • 1refine the curriculum for communication and language, to fully promote children's communication, language and thinking skills
  • 2strengthen partnership working with parents, to help parents better support and extend their children's learning at home
  • 3enhance the programme of coaching and professional development for staff, to further develop their skills and knowledge, and raise the quality of education to a higher level.
Inspection #10216168 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents say that the nursery is 'family orientated' and that children come first

parents report that staff do not provide them with enough information to help them to support and extend their children's learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good. Staff work with parents and external professionals to close gaps in learning.

Outdoor space

Outdoors, children show good physical skills while they climb up to the slide and throw balls. They develop their coordination and spatial awareness as they use bicycles and walk across low-level apparatus.

Parent Reviews of Glen Jakes Nursery

5.0
(1)
Deborah Jackson
5 years ago

This is a fabulous nursery, my grandson who is disabled really enjoyed his time there, and he really came on well, the meals are amazing, and the staff are really lovely and very caring, would highly recommend this place, it’s a shame they don’t do for over 5 years .

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Inspection history

Date: July 2017

  • March 2022Good
  • July 2017Good

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