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Kingwood Children # Kingwood Children Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · The Kingwood Centre, Denners Way, Uffculme, EX15 3XG · Devon Number of places 104 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kingwood Children in Uffculme, founded by Claire and Trevor Dancer in August 2010, is dedicated to providing outstanding childcare for children aged 0-12 years within a nurturing family atmosphere. The nursery fosters a magical environment where exploration, play, and joy are central to a child's experience. Starting from humble beginnings in a living room, it has grown into a large, purpose-built facility nestled in the heart of Uffculme village, actively engaging with the local community. The curriculum emphasises empathy, kindness, and respect for others and the natural world, drawing inspiration from the countless children who have passed through their doors. They boast a unique educational approach, incorporating storytelling, outdoor adventures, and visits to local spots like their allotment, the river, and independent businesses. Beyond childcare, Kingwood Children aims to support families through various events, socials, groups, courses, and a popular café. The team of highly qualified and experienced professionals prioritises individual attention due to a low child-to-teacher ratio and is committed to continuous professional development, ensuring a safe, clean, and secure setting. Parents are kept informed through the Famly App, offering insights into their child's day. Our ethos Kingwood Children's educational approach is inspired by the children themselves and emphasises empathy, kindness, and respect for others and the natural world. They foster a magical environment where exploration, play, and joy are central, incorporating storytelling, outdoor adventures, and community engagement through visits to local spots like their allotment and river. What it's like Children are greeted by their key person at this nurturing nursery. Staff are knowledgeable and give children practical and emotional support, helping them build trusting bonds and feel secure. Staff plan a broad and well-sequenced curriculum focused on children's well-being, supporting secure attachments and a sense of safety before building communication skills and physical development. Family-run Outdoor learning Community-focused Empathy-driven curriculum Low child-to-teacher ratio ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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://uffculme.kingwoodchildren.org.uk/funded-place) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kingwood Children Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10364145 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268780)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY480703) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kingwood-children-ex15-3xg-ey480703) ## Key facts Opening hours 07:30 - 18:00 Age range 0-12 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2014 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kingwood Children Last inspected 14 January 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 are greeted by their key person at this nurturing nursery. Staff are knowledgeable and give children practical and emotional support, helping them build trusting bonds and feel secure. Staff plan a broad and well-sequenced curriculum focused on children's well-being, supporting secure attachments and a sense of safety before building communication skills and physical development. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted by their key person and build trusting bonds with staff. - Staff plan a broad and well-sequenced curriculum with a primary focus on children's well-being. - Children demonstrate excellent knowledge of personal safety on outings. - Staff give children's communication and language development the utmost priority. - The curriculum for physical development is a key strength. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to identify what younger children need to learn now and next, and use this to help build on children's prior learning. - 2 Extend opportunities that enhance younger children's independence skills to be able to complete tasks for themselves. Inspection #10364145 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268780) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the setting. > They value the level of communication they receive and feel fully informed of who their child's key person is and what next steps they have in place. > Parents appreciate the advice and guidance they receive from staff as they approach new milestones with their children, such as potty training. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Outdoor activities play a key role in the curriculum. Children have fun in the garden daily, where they practise their coordination and balancing, such as when they crawl through tunnels and climb up apparatus. Inspection history Date: June 2016 - January 2025 Good - January 2019 Good - June 2016 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Kingwood Children ### What outdoor space does Kingwood Children use? ### How many children are on roll at Kingwood Children? ### Which funded hours does Kingwood Children accept? ### Is Kingwood Children suitable for under-twos? ### How can Kingwood Children be contacted? ### What do parents say about Kingwood Children? ## Nearby day nurseries in Uffculme Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kingwood Children. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Honeybees Nursery, Pre-School and Willand Copse Forest School Cullompton · EX15 2SA 3.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/honeybees-nursery-pre-school-and-willand-copse-forest-school-ex15-2sa-2591660) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Joyful Journeys Childcare Cullompton · EX15 2RA ](/nursery/joyful-journeys-childcare-ex15-2ra-2807805) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Willand Pre-School Cullompton · EX15 2QL ](/nursery/willand-pre-school-ex15-2ql-ey447017) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### The Gables Nursery Willand · EX15 2PL ](/nursery/the-gables-nursery-ex15-2pl-2545374) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.6 mi ### Kingwood Children @ Muddifords Court Cullompton · EX15 2QG 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/kingwood-children-muddifords-court-ex15-2qg-2832033) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Nanny Bears Childcare Cullompton · EX15 1WH ](/nursery/nanny-bears-childcare-ex15-1wh-2574451) [See all nurseries in Uffculme →](/search?q=Uffculme) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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