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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Grove Cottage # Grove Cottage Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 151 London Road, BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM23 3JX · Hertfordshire Number of places 15 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Grove Cottage is dedicated to providing comprehensive social and educational activities for individuals of all ages with learning disabilities and complex needs. This charity focuses on fostering potential, nurturing lifelong friendships to combat social isolation, and offering crucial respite for families. The organisation runs an Ofsted-regulated Special Needs Nursery that delivers specialised education and social assistance for preschool children with learning disabilities and additional special needs. Beyond the nursery, Grove Cottage extends its services to a diverse range of specialist clubs and activities for both children and adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The charity relies significantly on community engagement and support to continue its vital work. What it's like Children arrive happy and are excited to enter this unique nursery. They develop very strong relationships with staff, who know them exceptionally well. Staff follow children's individual routines meticulously, which helps children to settle and feel safe and secure at the nursery. Support for learning disabilities Special Needs Nursery Community-supported charity ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://mencapgrovecottage.org/get-involved/corporate-partnerships) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, during term time from 9am to 3pm. The Saturday club opens on some Saturdays with sessions between 9.30am and 5.30pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Grove Cottage Last inspected 19 June 2024 · Jill Hardaker 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 arrive happy and are excited to enter this unique nursery. They develop very strong relationships with staff, who know them exceptionally well. Staff follow children's individual routines meticulously, which helps children to settle and feel safe and secure at the nursery. Inspector highlights - Children develop very strong relationships with staff, who know them exceptionally well. - The managers and staff have a strong understanding of how children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn. - Children benefit from spending time in the outdoor learning environment with a wide variety of resources and equipment. - Staff adopt strong and extremely successful partnerships with parents, who value their support and guidance. - Staff plan and carry out group times for children with great precision, using many ways to welcome children. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the arrangements for supervision of staff to further support their ongoing development. Inspection #10339198 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253402) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Grove Cottage Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10339198 Lead inspector Jill Hardaker [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50253402)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY372502) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=grove-cottage-cm23-3jx-ey372502) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents say they do not know what they would have done without their input. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The managers and staff have a strong understanding of how children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn. The curriculum is differentiated, with teaching tailored to each child's specific learning needs and preferences. All children who attend this specialist nursery have SEND and are supported extremely well. Managers and staff gain in-depth information about children when they start to attend, helping them to devise and implement personalised plans to meet each child's learning needs. Outdoor space Children benefit from spending time in the outdoor learning environment. There is a wide variety of resources and equipment that children have access to. Children enjoy many sensory experiences, such as through using water and soil. Staff give them time to truly engage in their chosen activity without interruption. Inspection history Date: December 2008 - June 2024 Good - July 2018 Good - October 2015 Good - March 2015 Good - December 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about Grove Cottage ### What is the capacity at Grove Cottage? ### How does Grove Cottage support children with SEND? ### What is Grove Cottage working on developing? ### How can Grove Cottage be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in BISHOP'S STORTFORD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grove Cottage. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Doodle Do Day Nursery Bishop's Stortford · CM23 3SL 3.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/doodle-do-day-nursery-cm23-3sl-ey559165) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 0.7 mi ### Banana Moon Nursery Bishops Stortford Bishop's Stortford · CM23 3SP 3.7(12 reviews) ](/nursery/banana-moon-nursery-bishops-stortford-cm23-3sp-2816466) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Early Birds, Night Owls & Little Ladybirds Pre-School Bishop's Stortford · CM23 2NL ](/nursery/early-birds-night-owls-little-ladybirds-pre-school-cm23-2nl-2710027) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Bishops Stortford Thorley Park Bishops Stortford · CM23 4EG 4.9(9 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-bishops-stortford-thorley-park-cm23-4eg-125069) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 0.9 mi ### Partou Sycamore House Day Nursery & Pre-School Bishop's Stortford · CM23 2QS 4.9(29 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-sycamore-house-day-nursery-pre-school-cm23-2qs-ey460413) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### N Family Club Bishop's Stortford Thorley, Bishop's Stortford · CM23 4AT 4.6(10 reviews) ](/nursery/n-family-club-bishop-s-stortford-cm23-4at-2809694) [See all nurseries in BISHOP'S STORTFORD →](/search?q=BISHOP%27S+STORTFORD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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