--- title: "Growing Wild Woodland Nursery, Sheffield | Ofsted Report" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/growing-wild-woodland-nursery-s35-2yh-2780829 description: "Growing Wild Woodland Nursery in Sheffield — see the latest Ofsted report card, plus contact details. Compare nearby nurseries and early years settings." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Growing Wild Woodland Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (2 Google reviews) · South Yorkshire County Scout Council, Hesley Wood Scout Activity Centre, Sheffield, S35 2YH · Sheffield Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2026 Local authority Sheffield ## About this day nursery Growing Wild Woodland Nursery, located in Sheffield, S35 2YH, is a childcare on non-domestic premises that was registered with Ofsted on 21/03/2024. The day nursery is praised for its exceptional standards, where children flourish in a well-organised and thoughtfully planned outdoor environment. Children aged 2 to 4 years old arrive happy and confident, quickly settling into play and waving goodbye to their parents with a cheerful 'high five'. The staff are adept at fostering independence, resilience, and curiosity through unhurried exploration in the natural environment. They also excel at helping children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to make significant progress in communication, confidence, and physical development. The curriculum goes beyond basic EYFS, focusing on rich outdoor experiences and activities that support physical development and problem-solving, such as collecting sticks and leaves for mathematical tasks and navigating challenging terrains like the 'big hill'. The day nursery cultivates a strong sense of belonging, ensuring all children, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, have access to a rich curriculum, even providing suitable clothing for all-weather activities. The setting operates Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 16:30, with a total capacity of 25 children. However, leaders have identified an area for improvement in promoting regular punctuality to maximise children's learning hours and help them develop consistent habits for school. Our ethos Growing Wild Woodland Nursery is dedicated to fostering a deep connection with the natural world, enriching childhood with curiosity and exploration. Their nature-based learning approach aims to develop responsible, respectful, and resilient individuals, drawing on research in play and child development. They are committed to an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported, providing fundamental experiences and life skills in an outdoor setting year-round. What it's like Children flourish in this well-organised and carefully planned outdoor nursery. They arrive happy and confident and settle quickly into play, confident to wave their parents off with a cheery 'high five'. Children explore freely and show deep engagement as they follow their ideas with determination. They negotiate roles, share resources and solve problems with growing independence. Children confidently invite staff into their play and talk about their thinking. They use rich vocabulary that reflects the repeated stories, songs and conversations that staff weave through the day. Children describe feelings, predict story events and use complex language in their imaginative play. Children achieve well, supported by a curriculum that gives them meaningful experiences that help them to build knowledge, skills and confidence. They climb, balance and move across uneven ground with strength and control. They keep trying when challenges arise and show resilience and resourcefulness. Children understand how to manage risks and talk confidently about keeping themselves safe. Children show they feel secure, valued and included. They form warm relationships with staff and with one another. Mixed age groups help younger children to learn routines and expectations. Older children model language, confidence and independence. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included. They join group times, explore the environment and take part in learning alongside their friends. They make rapid progress in communication, confidence and physical development. Children learn to recognise and celebrate their uniqueness. They learn about difference in a positive way and are proud of who they are and what they can do. They talk openly about their emotions and show a deep understanding of their feelings. For example, they explain how their bodies feel when they are worried or scared. They show empathy and support one another. Children feel safe and show positive attitudes to learning. Families feel welcome, for example when they join staff and children for woodland walks or a barbeque. Children enjoy their learning, develop strong social skills and grow into curious, capable and independent learners who are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Outdoor learning Strong safeguarding Individualised support Strong leadership Physical development ## 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://growingwildoutdoornursery.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00 - 16:30 Registered with Ofsted 2024 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected May 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 2 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for Growing Wild Woodland Nursery Last inspected 11 May 2026 What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - All children, including those with barriers to learning, make rapid progress. - Children are consistently resilient and resourceful, solving problems independently and adapting their ideas. - Children's welfare and wellbeing are of the utmost priority, with thorough risk assessments and careful supervision. - Leaders provide clear direction for the curriculum and quality of teaching, with staff delivering consistent, high-quality support. - Leaders create an inclusive culture where every child is known, valued and supported. - Children show they feel secure, valued and included, forming warm relationships with staff and one another. - Children learn to recognise and celebrate their uniqueness, talking openly about emotions and showing empathy. - Children flourish in this well-organised and carefully planned outdoor nursery, arriving happy and confident. - Children achieve well, supported by a curriculum that gives them meaningful experiences that help them to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should continue to promote regular punctuality so that children benefit fully from their learning hours and from even more consistent routines that develop secure habits for school. Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50304460) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make significant progress in communication, confidence, and physical development. The staff work diligently to ensure that children with SEND access the full curriculum, adapting activities and providing tailored support to build their knowledge and skills effectively. Leaders actively support these children by collaborating with external professionals and implementing intervention plans, ensuring consistent support that reduces learning barriers and promotes independence. Outdoor space Children flourish in a well-organised and carefully planned outdoor nursery. The curriculum reflects the setting's outdoor ethos, using the natural environment to build independence, resilience, and curiosity through unhurried exploration. Children engage in activities like climbing the 'big hill', collecting natural materials for maths, and navigating uneven ground, which supports their physical strength and coordination. ## Google Reviews of Growing Wild Woodland Nursery 5.0 (2 Google reviews) Natalie Saunders 9 months ago A truly magical nursery experience! I can’t speak highly enough of my son’s nursery — it has been nothing short of amazing for him and for us as a family. One of the standout features is the incredible woodland area. It’s a place where my son thrives, spending his days exploring, playing, and learning in nature. Being outdoors all day has done wonders for his confidence, curiosity, and imagination. The woodland environment gives him the freedom to be active, adventurous, and creative — whether he’s building dens, hunting for bugs, climbing, or just enjoying the fresh air. The staff are fantastic — caring, enthusiastic, and truly passionate about outdoor learning. They create such a nurturing, safe, and stimulating space where the children are encouraged to learn through play and connect with the world around them. It’s such a joy to see my son come home full of stories, mud on his boots, and the biggest smile on his face. We feel incredibly lucky to have found a nursery that values outdoor play as much as we do. We honestly can’t wait for our other two children to attend in the future — we know they’ll love it just as much! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWM0xXMHlRa0ZCWTE5SFFrZEdSRlJFVms1TVJFRRAB!2m1!1s0x4879794024d38bf5:0xf36eb1b96c145e2e) Emma Ropson a year ago My little boy has been coming here for about 8 months and he absolutely loves it. The staff are so thoughtful and attentive, they make such good relationships with the children. We have tried previous nurseries and he never settled and was very overwhelmed. Here he loves playing and learning outdoors, the staff are just brilliant he loves telling us about going on bear hunts, singing spoons, having fires and snacks. I can’t rate them enough, would def Recommend Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURveXJ2VDVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4879794024d38bf5:0xf36eb1b96c145e2e) Reviews from Google for Growing Wild Woodland Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=17541153008595000878&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 11 May 2026 Strong standard 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/50304460) ## Frequently asked about Growing Wild Woodland Nursery ### What part of the country is Growing Wild Woodland Nursery in? ### How can Growing Wild Woodland Nursery be contacted? ### Does the nursery offer holiday club provision? ### Which learning approach does Growing Wild Woodland Nursery use? ### What type of early years setting is Growing Wild Woodland Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sheffield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Growing Wild Woodland Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Mazehill Nursery Sheffield · S35 1RX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/mazehill-nursery-s35-1rx-ey365933 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Thorncliffe Park Day Nursery Sheffield · S35 2PH 3.9(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/thorncliffe-park-day-nursery-s35-2ph-ey555143 - Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Steps Community Nursery High Green · S35 3HY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/steps-community-nursery-s35-3hy-300918 - Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Hydra Tots Sheffield · S35 9ZX 5.0(27 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/hydra-tots-s35-9zx-ey430914 - Ofsted rating unavailable 1.6 mi ### Nurtured @ Ecclesfield Sheffield · S35 9WF https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/nurtured-ecclesfield-s35-9wf-2855789 - Ofsted: Outstanding 2.0 mi ### Tots2teens Daycare Barnsley · S74 0ER https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tots2teens-daycare-s74-0er-ey552440 See all nurseries in Sheffield →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Sheffield ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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