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Honeyshute Day Nursery # Honeyshute Day Nursery in Plymouth (PL6 8UL) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Thornbury Primary School, Miller Way, Plymouth, PL6 8UL · Plymouth Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Plymouth 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 The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 13th January 2023. Children are warmly welcomed by friendly staff, fostering positive relationships and encouraging kind behaviour towards their peers. The nursery offers a broad curriculum, with staff planning activities that cater to children's interests, including nature hunts. There is a strong emphasis on developing a love of reading, with comfortable spaces and books available to take home. Mathematics is integrated naturally into many activities, promoting mathematical language and skills. Children are encouraged to be independent, for example, by pouring their own drinks or getting tissues. For children who require extra support, targeted plans are put in place, and well-thought-out resources are provided to ensure good progress. The outdoor environment is a key feature, with a secure garden for imaginative play and a wooded area where children can engage in activities like making 'hot chocolate' from mud, which supports their social development. What it's like Children are happy entering the nursery and are greeted by friendly, welcoming staff. They enjoy positive relationships and are well behaved and kind to each other. Children have plenty of opportunities to develop curiosity and explore indoors and outdoors. Good Ofsted rating Positive relationships Broad curriculum Outdoor exploration Reading focus Maths incorporated ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Honeyshute Day Nursery Last inspected 13 January 2023 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 are happy entering the nursery and are greeted by friendly, welcoming staff. They enjoy positive relationships and are well behaved and kind to each other. Children have plenty of opportunities to develop curiosity and explore indoors and outdoors. Inspector highlights - The members of the management team are passionate about providing good-quality experiences for children. - Staff plan activities to widen children's experiences, such as nature hunts. - Staff promote a love of reading, with comfortable chairs and books shared and taken home. - Mathematics is naturally incorporated into most activities, with children particularly enjoying mathematics games and using mathematical language. - Children are encouraged to be independent, pouring their own drinks and getting tissues for themselves. Areas to develop - 1 continue to develop the knowledge and understanding of less-qualified staff - 2 enhance staff engagement in the baby room so that all children are suitably challenged. Inspection #10263837 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208063) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Honeyshute Day Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10263837 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208063)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2616880) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Thornbury Primary School, Miller Way, Plymouth, PL6 8UL [© 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#/-4.10167/50.41726/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Plymouth - [Day nurseries in Plymouth](/search?q=Plymouth) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=honeyshute-day-nursery-pl6-8ul-2616880) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > I have a lovely new haircut! Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who need extra support have targeted plans. Well-thought-out resources have been purchased to support the development of these children and ensure they make good progress. Outdoor space Children have plenty of opportunities to explore outdoors. There is a secure garden where children confidently participate in imaginative play. In the wooded area, children make 'hot chocolate' using pots, pans and mud, which supports the development of their social skills. ## Parent Reviews of Honeyshute Day Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLOa8PQDFPoHA2GpsCOSe98FrMn4CaF1-QV-vVC9lx4mBtB_g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Jonathan Firmin 3 years ago Great nursery. Friendly staff and very welcoming to all kids [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN4N3ZQRnN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x486ced3d1802a813:0xe302c990a0d80726) Reviews from Google for Honeyshute Day Nursery. 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