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Kincraig Ducklings Nursery # Kincraig Ducklings Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · KINCRAIG PRIMARY AND JUNIOR SCHOOL, Kincraig Road, Blackpool, FY2 0HN · Blackpool Number of places 14 places Age range 0–1 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Blackpool About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kincraig Primary School is a learning institution dedicated to fostering an environment where children can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. The school emphasises continuous development, encouraging students to strive for 100% attendance and celebrating their achievements with a tiered badge system. Kincraig is committed to providing a rich and balanced curriculum, encompassing core subjects like English, Maths, and Science, alongside a wide range of foundation subjects including Geography, History, Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school also integrates programmes like "myHappymind" to support mental well-being. Kincraig focuses on holistic development, incorporating initiatives such as a "Children’s Promise" and supporting various enrichment activities. The institution values transparency in its operations, providing detailed information on admissions, policies, and safeguarding measures, and keeps parents informed through dedicated sections on attendance, after-school clubs, term dates, and uniform guidelines. They also highlight their approach to financial benchmarking and the effective utilisation of funds like Pupil Premium and Sport Premium to enhance educational outcomes and student experiences. What it's like The setting, a small nursery within a school, provides care for six children under two. Children benefit from a consistent and nurturing staff team, developing strong relationships and settling quickly. Staff have high expectations for behaviour, encouraging kindness and good manners, leading to a calm and well-organised learning environment. ## 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://kincraig.blackpool.sch.uk/our-school/admissions-attendance) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 7.45am until 5.30pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 2017 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kincraig Ducklings Nursery Last inspected 22 January 2025 · Emma Barrow 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 The setting, a small nursery within a school, provides care for six children under two. Children benefit from a consistent and nurturing staff team, developing strong relationships and settling quickly. Staff have high expectations for behaviour, encouraging kindness and good manners, leading to a calm and well-organised learning environment. Inspector highlights - The manager fosters a positive working environment and has an ambitious vision, supported by the provider and school professionals. - Effective partnership working ensures children make good progress, with staff quickly identifying and supporting learning gaps, especially for those with speech and language needs or SEND. - Staff are very effective at supporting children's developing language skills, leading to confident talkers with wide vocabularies. - Parents speak highly of the nursery and appreciate regular feedback on their children's learning and suggestions for home activities. - Even the youngest children concentrate well on self-chosen play, with staff skillfully encouraging active learning through praise and repetition. Areas to develop - 1 improve children's next steps in learning, to ensure staff have a more precise idea of the knowledge and skills they want children to learn next. Inspection #10367485 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269569) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kincraig Ducklings Nursery Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10367485 Lead inspector Emma Barrow Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269569)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY543069) 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://kincraig.blackpool.sch.uk/) KINCRAIG PRIMARY AND JUNIOR SCHOOL, Kincraig Road, Blackpool, FY2 0HN ## Explore day nurseries near Blackpool - [Day nurseries in Blackpool](/search?q=Blackpool) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kincraig-ducklings-nursery-fy2-0hn-ey543069) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > Parents state that this really helps their children to continue to learn at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who need additional help with speech and language, and those with special educational needs and /or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their development. Staff work closely with parents and professionals to provide a consistent approach to understand children's needs and how best to support them. Outdoor space Staff encourage children to explore the 'muddy area' in the garden. Children access a well-resourced outdoor area which offers opportunities that support them to develop their physical skills, such as climbing and balancing on play equipment. Inspection history Date: February 2019 - January 2025 Good - February 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Kincraig Ducklings Nursery ### Is Kincraig Ducklings Nursery a private nursery? ### What does the staff team at Kincraig Ducklings Nursery focus on? ### What are the main strengths of Kincraig Ducklings Nursery? ### How do parents describe Kincraig Ducklings Nursery? ### How does Kincraig Ducklings Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Blackpool Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kincraig Ducklings Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Carleton Childcare Carleton · FY6 7PE ](/nursery/carleton-childcare-fy6-7pe-ey435514) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### St Bernadette's Pre-School Blackpool · FY2 0AJ ](/nursery/st-bernadette-s-pre-school-fy2-0aj-ey258888) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Squirrels Childcare Centre Blackpool · FY2 0PD 3.0(10 Google reviews) ](/nursery/the-squirrels-childcare-centre-ltd-fy2-0pd-ey498819) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Kids Planet Anchorsholme Thornton-Cleveleys · FY5 3RX 4.7(19 Google reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-anchorsholme-fy5-3rx-2701367) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Kids Planet Norbreck Thornton-Cleveleys · FY5 1NY 4.4(13 Google reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-norbreck-fy5-1ny-2701540) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Pebbles Day Nursery Blackpool · FY2 9EG ](/nursery/pebbles-day-nursery-fy2-9eg-ey476891) [See all nurseries in Blackpool →](/search?q=Blackpool) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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