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Grassroots children's day nursery # Grassroots children's day nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · 3.7 (3 parent reviews) · Millview Farm, Hargrave, Wellingborough, NN9 6BE · North Northamptonshire Number of places 45 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority North Northamptonshire 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 Grassroots Nursery, located within the local community, offers a comprehensive full-day care service for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery is dedicated to fostering a secure and stimulating environment where young learners can explore and develop at their own pace. With a capacity for up to 45 children, the facility prioritises child-led learning, aiming to create a joyous and engaging educational experience. The interior spaces are thoughtfully designed and equipped with age-appropriate resources to encourage active participation and discovery. Grassroots Nursery holds a "Good" rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care and early years education. Parents seeking childcare are encouraged to contact the nursery directly to obtain a brochure and experience the welcoming atmosphere firsthand. Our ethos Grassroots Nursery prioritises child-led learning, aiming to create a joyous and engaging educational experience within a secure and stimulating environment. They are dedicated to fostering exploration and development at each child's own pace. What it's like Children are happy, safe and secure in this welcoming nursery and show positive relationships with staff and peers. They are encouraged to make choices about their care and learning and staff provide opportunities for them to make connections in their learning, such as understanding farming. Good Ofsted rating Child-led learning environment Age-appropriate resources ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm. Age range 0-5 Years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Grassroots children's day nursery Last inspected 20 July 2022 · Hayley Ruane 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, safe and secure in this welcoming nursery and show positive relationships with staff and peers. They are encouraged to make choices about their care and learning and staff provide opportunities for them to make connections in their learning, such as understanding farming. Inspector highlights - Children are supported to be creative in their play, showing imagination in various activities. - Staff actively promote positive behaviour, teaching turn-taking and using praise to raise self-esteem. - The manager and staff provide a curriculum that supports children's independence and prepares them for their next stage of learning. - Staff plan opportunities to broaden children's experiences, including visits to the farm and caring for nursery animals. - The manager and staff work closely with parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, implementing targeted plans. Areas to develop - 1 enhance staff's ability to extend babies' speaking skills - 2 support staff to build on opportunities for children to find solutions to problems they encounter as they play. Inspection #10219907 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191930) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Grassroots children's day nursery Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10219907 Lead inspector Hayley Ruane Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191930)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY483094) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=grassroots-nursery-nn9-6be-ey483094) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and staff work closely with parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Targeted plans are put in place to promote children's individual needs. For example, staff show children pictures of different facial expressions to help them to understand how they are feeling. Outdoor space Pre-school children behave well and work as a team to transport water into a bucket and to pour it down a small hill in the garden. Toddlers show their imagination when they use pots and pans in a play kitchen outdoors, pretending to make soup. ## Parent Reviews of Grassroots children's day nursery 3.7 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLT26a5ZdY_wzPNWkcJ1NmRUl0zNd4h8K0Xvn35Gyk7KPkSCg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rachel Tracy 11 months ago An amazing nursery in a beautiful setting. The staff create a nurturing atmosphere which encourages little ones to develop their independence. They really take the time to get to know each little person and make each child feel valued. Communication is flawless, you couldn't ask for more clarity. The food always sounds amazing too. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJenA4dmJSXzlib0VnEAE!2m1!1s0x4877be7fa9b8cd0b:0x99b9c8c00f6e5fbf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJG8wSkWh4DaojKn95MuPsRUSROs4ieGIstC9fRacVI-xT9-A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Joseph Healy a year ago Didn't use the nursery as such however had to use the car park for a few days due to an issue with my van. The most friendly, accommodating staff you will find. I'm sure they make amazing child minders! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURudHZMMUx3EAE!2m1!1s0x4877be7fa9b8cd0b:0x99b9c8c00f6e5fbf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKmvGMdYIrqbKuuwufQKJ1UUV1pVzTotYuc1hHYgOtvl3orUg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Katie a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VLbVlfcy1pbTRXMnFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877be7fa9b8cd0b:0x99b9c8c00f6e5fbf) Reviews from Google for Grassroots children's day nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11077105485712613311&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: August 2016 - July 2022 Good - August 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Grassroots children's day nursery ### Does Grassroots children's day nursery take babies? ### What stands out about the nursery's care and learning? ### Which funded childcare hours does Grassroots children's day nursery accept? ### What does the outdoor play area include? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Wellingborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grassroots children's day nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.9 mi ### Inn Farm Private Day Nursery Bedford · MK44 1BE 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/inn-farm-private-day-nursery-mk44-1be-ey373261) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Playmates Pre-School (Raunds) Raunds · NN9 6LA 5.0(17 reviews) ](/nursery/playmates-pre-school-raunds-nn9-6la-220279) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.5 mi ### Acorn Day Nursery Wellingborough · NN9 6PS ](/nursery/acorn-day-nursery-nn9-6ps-ey481831) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.6 mi ### Stanwick Pre-school Playgroup Wellingborough · NN9 6QJ ](/nursery/stanwick-pre-school-playgroup-nn9-6qj-ey428201) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.5 mi ### St Leonards, Brington Huntingdon · PE28 5AD ](/nursery/st-leonards-brington-pe28-5ad-221839) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.8 mi ### Little Steps (Higham Ferrers) Rushden · NN10 8DX ](/nursery/little-steps-higham-ferrers-ltd-nn10-8dx-ey378109) [See all nurseries in Wellingborough →](/search?q=Wellingborough) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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