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Green Lane Nursery # Green Lane Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Sept 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 11 Green Lane, Buxton, SK17 9DP · Derbyshire Number of places 60 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Derbyshire 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 Green Lane Nursery Ltd, operating since 1998, offers outstanding childcare for children aged 0-4 years, as recognised by its latest Ofsted inspection on 29/09/2021. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round except for bank holidays, providing a consistent and reliable service for families. Children at Green Lane Nursery are enthusiastic learners, showing deep curiosity about the world around them, whether it's asking about cows' diets after a walk or exploring their place in the local community during forest visits. Staff expertly foster independence and communication skills, with even the youngest children confidently engaging in daily routines. The nursery excels in providing targeted support for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with staff continuously monitoring progress and offering meaningful assistance. Outdoor learning is a significant part of the curriculum, allowing children to develop concentration, balance, and navigation skills while exploring natural environments, such as the local forest. Parents have praised the nursery's "colossal effort to make the setting a warm and homely environment," and describe themselves as feeling "part of the learning journey," highlighting the strong partnership between staff and families. What it's like Children are enthusiastic learners who love coming to nursery. Staff support children in developing independence rapidly through daily routines and experiences, and children show deep curiosity about the world around them. Children gain a breadth of knowledge and develop their communication skills effectively. Enthusiastic learners Deep curiosity High-quality interactions Tailored development Problem-solving skills Outstanding leadership ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 1998 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Green Lane Nursery Inspection date Sept 2021 Inspection no. 10072525 Lead inspector Lora Teague [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171591)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/206257) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=green-lane-nursery-ltd-sk17-9dp-206257) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Green Lane Nursery Last inspected 29 September 2021 · Lora Teague 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 are enthusiastic learners who love coming to nursery. Staff support children in developing independence rapidly through daily routines and experiences, and children show deep curiosity about the world around them. Children gain a breadth of knowledge and develop their communication skills effectively. Inspector highlights - Children are enthusiastic learners and show deep curiosity about the world around them. - Staff are well qualified and experienced, using high-quality interactions to develop children's vocabulary and confidence. - Staff know children extremely well, tailoring exciting development opportunities based on their interests. - Leaders have high expectations and aspirations for all children, successfully inspiring problem-solving skills through open-ended natural resources. Inspection #10072525 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171591) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > colossal effort to make the setting a warm and homely environment Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff and leaders continuously monitor children's education and care needs, identifying potential gaps in learning effectively. They are highly responsive in providing meaningful, targeted support throughout the daily routines where beneficial, including for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children explore their place in the community. While visiting the local forest, they demonstrate deep concentration, discovering ways of balancing, climbing, and navigating through complex paths. Children are aware of how to keep safe, as they hold their arms up high while walking through nettles. ## Parent Reviews of Green Lane Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK4p3cUiMpMRxJZ6pS8Ot75kMemtZxUdcNXt-erjO29f1ikIg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Paul Palfreyman 7 years ago Love this place so much great team great fun !!!! Xxxxx [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3bmVQeDZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d904dfd5051d75:0xb0931f4f82473af4) Reviews from Google for Green Lane Nursery. 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