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Jack and Jill Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2025)
·149 Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, WIMBORNE, BH21 3LB · Dorset
Number of places
55 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Dorset

About this day nursery

Jack and Jill Day Nursery, located in Wimborne, strives to create a nurturing and educational environment for children. The nursery offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to foster development from infancy through to preschool, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers.

An emphasis is placed on outdoor learning and exploration, providing children with opportunities to connect with nature. The nursery offers various session types and flexible booking options, including all-inclusive premium packages that incorporate savings, holiday allowances, and meals.

They also cater to different funding options, including government-funded childcare, and aim to provide transparent fee structures. The team at Jack and Jill is committed to working in partnership with parents, offering support and ensuring a smooth transition for children into the nursery setting, with provisions for settling-in sessions and regular communication.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at this warm and supportive nursery. Staff take time to get to know each child and build strong relationships, which helps children feel safe and secure. Children behave well and are keen to involve themselves in the exciting activities staff prepare for them inside and outdoors.

Premium all-inclusive packagesOutdoor learning emphasisFlexible session bookingAccepts government funding

Pricing & funding

This nursery charges termly-reviewed fees for morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions, with optional lunch hour and tea-time add-ons. Premium all-inclusive packages with holiday allowances are offered, alongside discounts for sibling bookings and quarterly payments.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Refundable deposit of £100 (£50 for siblings) and a non-refundable admin fee of £100 (£50 for siblings) apply.
  • Sibling discounts of 5% for a second child and 10% for a third child apply to non-funded hours.
  • A 3% discount is available for fees paid quarterly.
  • A consumables charge of £1.75 per funded hour applies.
  • Nappies must be supplied by parents or are charged at £3 per session.
  • Late fees include a £10 reminder letter charge and a £10 weekly administration charge.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:00-18:00; Friday: 08:00-17:00

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Jack and Jill Day Nursery

Last inspected 7 April 2025

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 enjoy their time at this warm and supportive nursery. Staff take time to get to know each child and build strong relationships, which helps children feel safe and secure. Children behave well and are keen to involve themselves in the exciting activities staff prepare for them inside and outdoors.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have a clear intent for children's learning and a curriculum that builds on what children know and can do.
  • Leaders make good use of training to develop staff's knowledge and skills, particularly regarding attachment.
  • Relationships with parents are strong, with regular communication and opportunities for involvement.
  • Staff interactions with children are caring and encouraging, with positive responses and praise.
  • Children have many opportunities for physical development, including practicing using muscles and tools.

Areas to develop

  • 1ensure all staff understand how to recognise moments when they need to engage and interact with children during play to fully extend children's learning
  • 2support staff who work with older children to consistently make the most of all opportunities to encourage children's independence to enable children to learn and practise the skills they need ready for school.
Inspection #10394741 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say they feel able to approach staff should they have any concerns or need support.

They talk about how happy children are to attend, and how quickly they settle.

Parents describe the nursery as being like 'a home from home.'

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children are keen to involve themselves in the exciting activities staff prepare for them inside and outdoors. For example, children of all ages love being able to choose books for themselves and enjoy exploring different ride on toys outside.

Inspection history

Date: July 2016

  • April 2025Good
  • September 2019Good
  • July 2016Good

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