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Grant Thorold Forest School # Grant Thorold Forest School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2021) · Grant Thorold Forest School, Durban Road, Grimsby, DN32 8BX · North East Lincolnshire Number of places 52 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2021 Local authority North East Lincolnshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Grant Thorold Forest School offers an engaging programme called "Canopy Kids - Home Ed," specifically designed for home-educated children aged four and above. The activities curated for these sessions aim to foster creativity and social interaction through engaging options like Lego building, table tennis, and colouring. These sessions are provided free of charge, highlighting an inclusive approach to community engagement. The programme operates every Wednesday, from 12 PM to 2:30 PM, at The Canopy Community Hub, which is situated within Grant Thorold Park in Grimsby. The initiative is part of a broader effort by Simply Connect North East Lincolnshire, a collaborative project involving connectNEL and North East Lincolnshire Council, alongside the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership. This partnership is dedicated to linking individuals with local community services, activities, and support that enhance health and well-being. The Forest School experience, through its Canopy Kids programme, not only provides educational and recreational opportunities but also embodies the ethos of community support and engagement facilitated by its parent organisations. What it's like Children's behaviour is exceptional and they show excellent independence. They have a deep level of respect and care for each other and adults. Experienced and highly qualified staff provide a well-structured curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. For home-educated children Free activities Community engagement Lego, table tennis, colouring ## Key facts Opening hours Wednesday, 12pm - 2.30pm Age range 4 years + Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Grant Thorold Forest School Last inspected 10 June 2021 · Joanne Clark Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children's behaviour is exceptional and they show excellent independence. They have a deep level of respect and care for each other and adults. Experienced and highly qualified staff provide a well-structured curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. Inspector highlights - Partnerships with parents are wonderful. - The provider has high expectations and works tirelessly to ensure the children have the very best experiences. - The provider's ethos, to ensure children are well settled and to promote their independence, is implemented extremely well by staff. - Children's communication and language development is given extremely high priority. - The provider and staff have created a wonderfully inviting and stimulating environment. Inspection #10194206 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166983) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Grant Thorold Forest School Inspection date Jun 2021 Inspection no. 10194206 Lead inspector Joanne Clark Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166983)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY561908) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://nelincs.simplyconnect.uk/activities/e991efa0-0224-11ef-ab8c-1daafc92fbc1/canopy-kids-home-ed?) 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=grant-thorold-forest-school-dn32-8bx-ey561908) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the excellent feedback they receive from staff, either in person or electronically. > Parents are grateful that staff provided simple but effective activities for their families during COVID-19 (coronavirus). > They believe they were offered sound advice when they needed it the most. > One parent commented that they felt privileged that their child attends the setting. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The carefully planned curriculum means that children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make excellent progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space The report mentions children happily and capably changing their own clothes when wet from playing, implying outdoor play activities that can lead to children getting wet. Inspection history Most recent inspection 10 June 2021 Outstanding 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/50166983) ## Frequently asked about Grant Thorold Forest School ### How does Grant Thorold Forest School support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Grant Thorold Forest School? ### What is the capacity at Grant Thorold Forest School? ### Whereabouts is Grant Thorold Forest School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Grimsby Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grant Thorold Forest School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### First Steps with Surestart Grimsby · DN32 7QB ](/nursery/first-steps-with-surestart-dn32-7qb-ey289847) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Mini Explorers Childcare Grimsby · DN32 9HL ](/nursery/mini-explorers-childcare-dn32-9hl-2840145) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### First Steps Nursery Grimsby · DN32 7QN ](/nursery/first-steps-nursery-dn32-7qn-205542) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Campden Kids Cleethorpes · DN35 7UL ](/nursery/campden-kids-limited-dn35-7ul-ey498432) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Cleethorpes Childrens Centre - Reynolds Cleethorpes · DN35 7LJ ](/nursery/cleethorpes-childrens-centre-reynolds-dn35-7lj-ey469543) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Little Oaks Day Nursery Grimsby · DN31 1UJ ](/nursery/little-oaks-day-nursery-dn31-1uj-2548188) [See all nurseries in Grimsby →](/search?q=Grimsby) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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