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Ladybird Preschool Nursery # Ladybird Preschool Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Cromer Road Play Area, SHERINGHAM, NR26 8AB · Norfolk Number of places 33 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ladybird Pre-School Nursery, situated in Sheringham, welcomes children from 18 months old until they begin primary school. The nursery focuses on a 'curiosity' approach to learning, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and employing 'in the moment planning' alongside enhanced provisions to foster engagement and development. They utilise open-ended resources, including loose parts and natural materials, to encourage exploration and critical thinking. The nursery also takes children on educational visits to local community spots like the seaside, Sheringham Park, and the fire station. To help children with emotional regulation, Ladybird Pre-School Nursery uses the 'Zones of Regulation' social-emotional learning programme. Each child is assigned a key person to tailor care and learning to individual needs, and an online e-learning journal called Tapestry is used to record development and facilitate parent-nursery collaboration. The nursery maintains strong links with local primary schools to ensure a smooth transition for children moving on to reception. Our ethos Ladybird Pre-School Nursery uses a 'curiosity' approach to learning, guided by the EYFS framework and 'in the moment planning'. They foster exploration, critical thinking, and emotional regulation through open-ended resources, the 'Zones of Regulation' programme, and tailored care from key persons. Parent collaboration is supported via the Tapestry e-learning journal. What it's like Children settle quickly into the warm and welcoming environment, building strong attachments with staff. They engage in free-flow outdoor play, exploring mathematical concepts in the mud kitchen. Children are also praised for their creative activities and develop social skills by learning to take turns. Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) In the Moment Planning Curiosity Approach to Learning Zones of Regulation Programme Community Visits ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged per four-hour session with rates banded by age: Rising Two's, two-year-olds, and three-to-four-year-olds. Invoices are issued monthly in advance, though weekly payments can be arranged. Fees include snacks, but parents must supply nappies, wipes, and creams. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Invoiced monthly in advance; weekly payment arrangements are possible. - Fees remain payable during child absence. - One month's written notice is required for withdrawal. - Late collection is charged at £3.50 per 15 minutes, rising to £5.00 after 5pm. - A 10% late payment fee is applied to outstanding invoices. - Parents must provide their own nappies, wipes, and barrier creams. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ladybird Preschool Nursery Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10367631 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270452)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY543126) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ladybird-preschool-nursery-nr26-8ab-ey543126) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm (Term time only) Session types Morning Session: 8:00am – 12 noon, Afternoon Session: 12 noon – 4:00pm, Late Pick Up: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Age range 18 months to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ladybird Preschool Nursery Last inspected 29 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 settle quickly into the warm and welcoming environment, building strong attachments with staff. They engage in free-flow outdoor play, exploring mathematical concepts in the mud kitchen. Children are also praised for their creative activities and develop social skills by learning to take turns. Inspector highlights - Staff provide children with opportunities to develop their physical skills, such as playing running races and using scissors, which helps build muscle strength for fine and large motor skills. - The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good, with staff working closely with parents and other agencies to provide tailored support. - Staff encourage children to be independent learners, allowing them to use utensils for mealtimes, serve themselves, and pour drinks, fostering a sense of achievement and confidence. - Children gain a good understanding of the world through community outings, such as visits to the church for festivals and interactions with local police officers. - Staff establish positive relationships with parents, gathering detailed information to identify starting points for learning and sharing progress through discussions and an online platform. Areas to develop - 1 build on the communication and support for parents to continue their child's learning at home - 2 ensure that staff develop an understanding of how to support language development for children who speak English as an additional language - 3 support staff to develop the implementation of planned activities to reflect the identified learning intention for the children taking part. Inspection #10367631 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270452) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good. Staff work closely with parents and other agencies to ensure that children receive the support they require. Their individual plans and interactions are tailored to meet the needs of the children, and staff differentiate their teaching for children with speech and language delay. Outdoor space Staff operate a free-flow system for children to access the outdoors, where they enjoy getting messy. They mix soil and water together in the mud kitchen and tip, pour and transport it into different-size containers. This helps children to explore mathematical concepts, such as weight, capacity and volume. ## Parent Reviews of Ladybird Preschool Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKUxFcUuf-fBEU6OgFjw_yMlm6Ps1um3IRJmZqUyFHFW13kEg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) roo6webstar Webster 7 years ago Excellent setting, wonderful staff. I couldn't recommend a nursery more! My child loves it there and is thriving, both socially and academically. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR3dVA3djVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d742112fdf31fd:0x96a9aa5233af08e4) Reviews from Google for Ladybird Preschool Nursery. 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