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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 6. · 7. Kirkley Nursery # Kirkley Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Kirkley Children's Centre, Kirkley Street, Lowestoft, NR33 0LU · Suffolk Number of places 52 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kirkley Nursery is an esteemed early childhood education provider dedicated to fostering a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners in the Lowestoft area. The day nursery's approach prioritises individualised care, with each child assigned a 'Key Person' who oversees their developmental journey, emotional well-being, and learning progression, ensuring continuous communication with parents. They offer a comprehensive blend of flexible sessions and structured learning opportunities, catering to children from infancy through to their pre-school years. The day nursery prides itself on its transparent and competitive fee structure, reflecting its commitment to delivering high-quality childcare that represents excellent value. Additionally, Kirkley Nursery actively supports families in navigating the complexities of early years funding, accepting various government entitlements and working closely with parents to maximise their eligibility. The induction process is meticulously designed to ensure a smooth and comfortable transition for every child into the nursery setting, involving a series of introductory sessions that allow children to gradually adapt and parents to feel confident in their child's new environment. What it's like Children arrive happy and excited to start their day. They confidently select activities, with babies enjoying water play and toddlers engrossed in rolling cars down ramps. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical exercise, promoting their good health. Flexible sessions Key Person approach Government funding accepted ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on additional meals and snack fees, as there are no registration or consumables fees. Funded children are charged a weekly snack fee unless they opt out, and hot meals are priced by portion size. A minimum booking of two sessions per week is recommended to help children settle. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - • Minimum booking of two sessions per week is recommended to help children settle. - • No registration fee is charged. - • No consumables charge is applied. - • Meals must be booked in advance. - • Option to opt out of the weekly snack charge for funded children. ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 6 months - 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Day, School Day, Morning, Afternoon ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kirkley Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10251561 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208876)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2600502) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.kirkleynurseryschool.org.uk/) Kirkley Children's Centre, Kirkley Street, Lowestoft, NR33 0LU ## Explore day nurseries near Lowestoft - [Day nurseries in Lowestoft](/search?q=Lowestoft) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kirkley-nursery-nr33-0lu-2600502) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kirkley Nursery Last inspected 24 January 2023 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 happy and excited to start their day. They confidently select activities, with babies enjoying water play and toddlers engrossed in rolling cars down ramps. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical exercise, promoting their good health. Inspector highlights - Children show that they feel safe and secure. - Children behave well and understand what is expected of them. - Staff support children well to develop their fine motor skills. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive good levels of care. - Children demonstrate a good level of independence. Babies stack their bowls after eating healthy snacks, toddlers peel bananas and pour their own drinks, and pre-school children manage their own self-care routines, showing competence in dressing in and out of waterproof clothing. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to provide higher levels of teaching and interactions with quieter, less-confident children to further extend their learning. Inspection #10251561 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208876) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > communication is thorough, and they feel very well informed “ > the nursery is a safe haven “ > incredible and always willing to listen Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive good levels of care. Staff complete timely referrals and engage with a range of other professionals. Children enjoy opportunities to play in dedicated sensory rooms. Outdoor space Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical exercise. They initiate chasing games, use bats and balls and fill buckets of sand. Pre-school children set out their own obstacle courses using cones. Staff have planned the outside spaces to ensure that activities are varied and stimulating. Inspection history Most recent inspection 24 January 2023 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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