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Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery # Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Trinity Hall, Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3AL · Swindon Number of places 130 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2023 Local authority Swindon 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 Inquisitive Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery in Swindon is dedicated to providing high-quality Montessori childcare in an environment that encourages children to explore, choose, and enjoy their learning experiences. The nursery operates on the principle that each child is unique, with different learning styles and interests, and strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where children can freely select activities, socialise with peers, and engage in both child- and adult-initiated tasks, as well as group work. They are committed to working closely with parents and carers to equip children with essential life skills, integrating these with all other aspects of the curriculum. Our ethos Our mission is to provide childcare of the highest standard. Founded on the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (2021) while closely following the Montessori Method and Philosophy. What it's like Children show they feel safe and secure in this welcoming and diverse nursery. Even the newest children who are apprehensive to leave their parents receive reassurance from the warm and caring staff and settle quickly into their activities. The manager offers the children a broad and balanced curriculum that is based on the Montessori pedagogy, helping them develop skills and knowledge for moving through the nursery and on to school. Montessori Approach Individualised Learning Parent Partnership ## 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://inquisitiveminds.org.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm 48 weeks of the year Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery Last inspected 14 September 2023 · Charlotte Jenkin 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 show they feel safe and secure in this welcoming and diverse nursery. Even the newest children who are apprehensive to leave their parents receive reassurance from the warm and caring staff and settle quickly into their activities. The manager offers the children a broad and balanced curriculum that is based on the Montessori pedagogy, helping them develop skills and knowledge for moving through the nursery and on to school. Inspector highlights - Children show they feel safe and secure in this welcoming and diverse nursery. - The manager offers a broad and balanced curriculum based on the Montessori pedagogy. - Partnerships with parents are positive; parents report that staff are approachable and communicate well with them. - Children's behaviour is good, and staff sensitively support them to share, take turns, and negotiate minor disputes. - The nursery is extremely inclusive, and staff know the children's backgrounds in detail, celebrating home languages and cultures through "cultural days". - Children have lots of opportunities to test their physical abilities. Areas to develop - 1 help staff understand the importance of story time as part of the curriculum, to enhance children's love of books and to introduce new ideas, concepts and vocabulary - 2 review children's food choices to encourage healthy eating and promote good oral health. Inspection #10309844 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50229993) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery Inspection date Sept 2023 Inspection no. 10309844 Lead inspector Charlotte Jenkin Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50229993)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2553309) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=inquisitive-minds-pre-school-and-day-nursery-sn1-3al-2553309) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that staff are approachable and communicate well with them about their children's development. > They also appreciate the photos and the information they receive through the online application. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) swiftly identifies when children may be at risk of falling behind and works closely with the local authority to put in place support to help children catch up. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress in relation to their varying starting points. The manager and SENCo work very closely with parents to find out about their children's home routines and offer advice to encourage children's independence and self-care skills. Outdoor space Children have lots of opportunities to test their physical abilities. Babies crawl and pull themselves up to standing as they learn to walk. Toddlers develop their coordination as they throw and kick balls. Pre-school children negotiate space well as they ride around on scooters and practise their balancing skills when they walk along crates and stepping stones. EAL / language support All children, including those who learn English as an additional language, make good progress in relation to their varying starting points. Children's home languages and cultures are learned about through the "cultural days" the nursery has. Some staff speak the languages that the children use at home, using their home language in the nursery and repeating what they say in English to develop children's language. ## Parent Reviews of Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjULD9y8hlarjXOLhXmojZWtv9Z3QPz-rLlIRVn-02RM9YjZ6NdEwA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Yogesh Walke 3 years ago well maintained, caring, cost effective [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSZ0k2RlJBEAE!2m1!1s0x487145e152aec591:0x4708b4b1fb1810f7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL1ldYpZ3bkngVdVgVcmVgDueTYVMCvUpsA2u9ignDD8qMdQA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joey Fernandes 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoN3Rhck9nEAE!2m1!1s0x487145e152aec591:0x4708b4b1fb1810f7) Reviews from Google for Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery. 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