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Kettering Childcare

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2021)
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4.2(5 parent reviews) ·Ground Floor, The Time Complex, KETTERING, NN16 0DH · North Northamptonshire
Number of places
47 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2021
Local authority
North Northamptonshire

About this day nursery

Kettering Childcare, established in 2016, provides a good standard of early years education for children aged 1 to 4 years old. Open 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm, the nursery focuses on promoting independence and positive behaviour.

Children at Kettering Childcare arrive happily and confidently, and staff are vigilant in their supervision, teaching children about safety while playing. The nursery prides itself on high expectations for children, encouraging self-care and independence in daily routines.

The curriculum includes a wide range of activities, including sensory experiences, catering to all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language (EAL). Staff provide effective one-to-one support for children with SEND, ensuring full participation.

Outdoor learning is a key part of the provision, with staff taking parental input into account to broaden children's experiences, especially for those with fewer opportunities for outdoor play at home. Children develop physical skills through activities like skittles, ball games, and large construction play.

The nursery was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in June 2021.

Our ethos

Kettering Childcare focuses on developing social skills, independence, and confidence from an early age, positioning itself as a nursery school that supports early learning rather than just a care option. The dedicated staff create a stimulating environment that encourages communication, positive behaviour, and social interaction through play-based activities. They aim to prepare children for primary school by fostering independence, routines, and essential learning concepts within a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and confidently say goodbye to their parents, and staff are vigilant in their supervision during play, helping children to understand how to keep themselves safe. Children behave very well because all staff have a consistent approach and clearly explain why certain behaviour is not safe. Staff have high expectations for children and actively promote their increasing independence.

Good Ofsted ratingPromotes independenceStrong SEND provisionEffective outdoor playPositive behaviour

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday-Friday: 07:30-17:00

Age range

Babies and young children

Term time / All Year

All Year

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kettering Childcare

Last inspected 14 June 2021 · Melanie Eastwell

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 happily and confidently say goodbye to their parents, and staff are vigilant in their supervision during play, helping children to understand how to keep themselves safe. Children behave very well because all staff have a consistent approach and clearly explain why certain behaviour is not safe. Staff have high expectations for children and actively promote their increasing independence.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has successfully implemented changes that have improved staff practice and have helped staff to feel valued.
  • Staff work closely with parents to find out about the experiences children have at home.
  • Staff help children learn to play together and to respect one another.
  • Staff know children well and plan an interesting range of activities. Children are curious and show a positive attitude towards their learning.
  • Partnerships with parents are, generally, good.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of arrival procedures to ensure that activities outdoors can continue uninterrupted to fully promote children's focus on their learning
  • 2focus more precisely on the planning of small group activities to ensure that all children can take part in a meaningful way.
Inspection #10132113 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) take part in a wide range of activities. One-to-one support for children who have SEND is effective in enabling them to take part in all the activities.

Outdoor space

Staff take account of information from parents when planning, enabling them to successfully broaden children's experiences as some children have fewer opportunities for outdoor play. Children develop their physical skills as they play skittles, learn to catch balls and build structures using large construction toys.

Parent Reviews of Kettering Childcare

4.2
(5)
Francisca Boateng Barnie
2 years ago

My four year old has been with KCC since she was one and she absolutely loves it there, so much that she says she doesn’t want to go to “big school” as she’d miss her friends. The staff create such a conducive environment for adequate child development. Parents are kept up to date and very well informed about our kids and are very much supported if there’s any concerns. KCC came through massively when I needed childcare for my six week old son at a short notice.

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Louis Thomas
4 years ago

If you are looking for a low budget nursery where you child is left to go toilet on there own or expected to wipe their own nose then this is the nursery for you. Currently under new management which are oblivious to each child's needs and requirements. There are much better childcare facilities available in Kettering.

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Kelsbells Barks
9 years ago

My son is so happy here, the outings a regular. They listened to my needs for my son and put me at ease, they worked with him over not eating at lunch and within a week he was happily sitting and eating with the other children. They strive to keep your child happy and content while with them couldn't recommend them more

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imeh onyinye
a year ago

My son enjoyed his time here. He was always happy to go .

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2021

Date: August 2017

  • June 2021Good
  • November 2019Requires improvement
  • December 2017Good
  • August 2017Inadequate

Frequently asked about Kettering Childcare

About the setting

Kettering Childcare was registered in 2016 and is managed by a limited company. It is situated in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The nursery employs seven members of childcare staff, of whom six hold early years qualifications at level 2 and 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year, offering sessions from 8am until 4pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY537792
Registered person
SJS 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
Requires improvement

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