Haystacks Nursery

About this day nursery

30am until 6pm. The day nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 18th March 2022.

Children at Haystacks Nursery are described as happy, safe and secure, forming strong bonds with the caring staff and making good progress in their development. They show positive attitudes to learning, engaging with stimulating environments and confidently participating in play.

The curriculum is thoughtfully planned to include exciting activities that cater to different age groups. Babies, for example, enjoy exploring textures with coloured dough and rice, while older children engage in building with large blocks in the garden, which also supports their mathematical understanding as they count and estimate.

Outdoor learning is a key feature, with toddlers embarking on imaginative 'Bear Hunts' in the garden, enhancing their confidence and both large- and small-muscle skills. The day nursery effectively supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) through close collaboration with the special educational needs coordinator and other professionals, ensuring targeted support to help these children achieve their best possible progress.

Staff are highly reflective, regularly attending training to enhance their knowledge and development, and maintain high expectations for children's behaviour, skilfully guiding them to manage their feelings. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the updates received from the nursery regarding their children's progress.

What it's like

Children are happy, safe and secure, developing close bonds with caring staff and making good progress. They show positive attitudes to learning, exploring stimulating environments and confidently engaging in play.