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Headstart Day Nursery # Headstart Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2024) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Towngate East, Market Deeping, Peterborough, PE6 8LQ · Lincolnshire Number of places 110 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2024 Local authority Lincolnshire 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 Headstart Day Nursery in Market Deeping has recently become part of the Kindred Nurseries family, an award-winning group with over 50 UK nurseries. While operating under a new group, the nursery assures families that it maintains the same trusted team and commitment to high-quality care. Kindred Nurseries aims to create stimulating environments for children, having been recognised with the Nursery World Award 2025 for Working with Parents. They prioritise transparent fees and all-inclusive childcare, striving to make the nursery experience positive for both children and their families. This includes providing expert teams, well-designed spaces, and nutritious meals, with a focus on ease and clarity in financial matters. What it's like Children arrive happy and demonstrate their strong relationships with staff. Staff's caring and nurturing manner supports children to settle quickly and helps to ensure they feel safe and secure. Staff offer children praise and encouragement throughout the day which helps them to share their ideas and thoughts with friends. Children become highly focussed on a wide range of tasks and opportunities including potion making, and learn mathematical language and concepts. All-inclusive childcare Award-winning nursery group Transparent fees and funding ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (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. [Request pricing →](https://kindrednurseries.co.uk/why-choose-kindred/fees-and-funding) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Headstart Day Nursery Last inspected 19 April 2024 · Lora Teague 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 arrive happy and demonstrate their strong relationships with staff. Staff's caring and nurturing manner supports children to settle quickly and helps to ensure they feel safe and secure. Staff offer children praise and encouragement throughout the day which helps them to share their ideas and thoughts with friends. Children become highly focussed on a wide range of tasks and opportunities including potion making, and learn mathematical language and concepts. Inspector highlights - Staff know the children well and are attuned to their individual care and learning requirements. - Parents comment how effectively staff communicate with them. - Staff plan activities that engage children using their current interests, as well as providing opportunities to discover new interests. - Staff play alongside children and model skills they want them to learn. - Staff use a good balance of questions, comments and familiar key words to support children develop their speech and language skills. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to recognise when their input is needed during children's play to further extend children's learning - 2 strengthen the consistency of high-quality interactions staff provide children when supporting their behaviour Inspection #10337237 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50247651) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Headstart Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2024 Inspection no. 10337237 Lead inspector Lora Teague Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50247651)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY330442) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://kindrednurseries.co.uk/redirect/looking-headstart-day-nursery-market-deeping) Towngate East, Market Deeping, Peterborough, PE6 8LQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.29872/52.6881/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Peterborough - [Day nurseries in Peterborough](/search?q=Peterborough) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=headstart-day-nursery-pe6-8lq-ey330442) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment how effectively staff communicate with them, including gathering information about their child's home experiences. > They explain staff use a range of pictures, notices, and thorough conversations when they collect children to make sure all parents feel included in their child's learning and development journey. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff assess what children know and can do, and identify any potential gaps in children's development, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff share this information with one another, and parents and carers, to offer a consistent approach to supporting children's learning. Outdoor space Children enjoy being physically active. Staff help children make their own decisions and develop a positive attitude towards managing risks in their play. Indoors, children in the baby room access equipment to challenge their balance, spacial awareness, and coordination. ## Parent Reviews of Headstart Day Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLYBTjLw7UJvRFMdhkCm8abU9H6Qy3CDqhGB7ETR_OSmEWcZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Stef Floyd 3 years ago My son has been attending this nursery for a year and half now and absolutely loves it. He has such a great time and is always happy to go. The staff are amazing, very caring and interested in each child. I have been made aware of everything necessary and everyone there is lovely and trustworthy. I wouldn't want him to be anywhere else. Can't recommend enough! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSd0x2dXVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f5ebffdd70b1:0x79182c50233d2cc3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWeSaysGPtMdkgcp_rqA5s-XgsbhcuO8evzMPvWJPOZUzAiFUXb=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) david bannister a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM3eXA3NjhnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f5ebffdd70b1:0x79182c50233d2cc3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJVr7Gzi0LEsEA5J3BfWi_gf5rPuxiPF1tcmDQz58wUwVUOeRo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amber-Lea McLaren 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBdHB5dW1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f5ebffdd70b1:0x79182c50233d2cc3) Reviews from Google for Headstart Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8725773000730553539&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2010 - April 2024 Good - August 2018 Good - August 2015 Good - February 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Headstart Day Nursery ### What is Headstart Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information on fees for Headstart Day Nursery? ### Does Headstart Day Nursery accept funded hours? ### What age range does Headstart Day Nursery cater for? ### How does Headstart Day Nursery support children with special educational needs? ### Who runs Headstart Day Nursery? ### Does Headstart Day Nursery provide meals? ### How does Headstart Day Nursery communicate with parents? ### How can I contact Headstart Day Nursery? ## About the setting Headstart Day Nursery registered in 2006. The nursery employs 22 members of childcare staff, with 17 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 and above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round from 7.30am until 6pm and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY330442 Registered person Lincolnshire Childcare Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Peterborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Headstart Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Madcaps Peterborough · PE6 8JE 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/madcaps-pe6-8je-253774) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Carousel Nursery Peterborough · PE6 8EY 5.0(13 reviews) ](/nursery/carousel-nursery-pe6-8ey-2569538) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Jimmy D's Peterborough · PE6 8PZ ](/nursery/jimmy-d-s-pe6-8pz-253769) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Busy Bees at Deeping St James Peterborough · PE6 8EH ](/nursery/treetops-caterpillar-pe6-8eh-ey380553) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.1 mi ### Carousel Day Nursery Peterborough · PE6 8HA 5.0(13 reviews) ](/nursery/carousel-day-nursery-pe6-8ha-2815756) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.0 mi ### Playzone Kids Club Peterborough · PE6 9NB ](/nursery/playzone-kids-club-ltd-pe6-9nb-ey339840) [See all nurseries in Peterborough →](/search?q=Peterborough) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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