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Ladybirds Day Nursery # Ladybirds Day Nursery in Barnstaple Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2021) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Pilton Causeway, BARNSTAPLE, EX32 7AA · Devon Number of places 100 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2021 Local authority Devon 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 What it's like The friendly and caring staff team create a welcoming environment. Children use the exciting well-resourced outdoor areas each day. Staff sensitively provide additional support to help children of all ages settle, focusing on getting to know the child and their family and building warm trusting relationships. ## 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 →](http://www.ladybirdsdaycare.co.uk/) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ladybirds Day Nursery Last inspected 10 August 2021 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 friendly and caring staff team create a welcoming environment. Children use the exciting well-resourced outdoor areas each day. Staff sensitively provide additional support to help children of all ages settle, focusing on getting to know the child and their family and building warm trusting relationships. Inspector highlights - Children are making good, and often very good, progress. - Children with additional needs are very well supported. - Babies receive very good care from attentive staff. - Staff nurture toddler's enthusiasm and desire to learn by engaging them in well-planned activities and experiences. - Staff provide a curriculum for pre-school children to support and strengthen their learning and development. Areas to develop - 1 further develop the curriculum to ensure children receive consistent support to help them to acquire the skills for the various stages of pencil grasp development - 2 consider how to encourage all parents' engagement with the online system to ensure they are familiar with what their child has learned at the setting and how to support them at home to develop further. Inspection #10125155 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50168688) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ladybirds Day Nursery Inspection date Aug 2021 Inspection no. 10125155 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50168688)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY498094) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ladybirds-day-nursery-ex32-7aa-ey498094) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the nursery. > They comment on the positive relationships they have with staff. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with additional needs are very well supported. Staff liaise with specialists and parents about learning plans. Staff make appropriate adaptations to activities and resources. Children receive continuous support and guidance. Outdoor space Children learn about healthy lifestyles. They use the exciting well-resourced outdoor areas each day. Staff encourage children to make healthy food choices. ## Parent Reviews of Ladybirds Day Nursery 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU4kROQoLdT7STQWtNY-SI8Da_tJQMp_vWK8TdI38cBvCOhHi22=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Belle Henry a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNuNDlfYkpREAE!2m1!1s0x486c3a96eb836e47:0x5c56a6ddba375241) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLeuI2owurQF5-BvghNlOABN8YIQCcOUDmks-U3CW-PwZxRzA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sophie Hawkins 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR0eDhMR3hBRRAB!2m1!1s0x486c3a96eb836e47:0x5c56a6ddba375241) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJYjy3oo0UyOrOO82a9pzxz8pe-N8WZkPcoJ2k6E1FKChHZAw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) snatters 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4ci1qeEJREAE!2m1!1s0x486c3a96eb836e47:0x5c56a6ddba375241) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWaaNhqTvzOD6xFmfk4tkirgEKN8-5oFBxZkW7JFCCA6ijoh0Gz-w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Suzanne Walker 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyLWVlX2pnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486c3a96eb836e47:0x5c56a6ddba375241) Reviews from Google for Ladybirds Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6653688970728657473&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2021 Date: November 2016 - August 2021 Good - September 2019 Requires improvement - July 2018 Good - November 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Ladybirds Day Nursery ### What is Ladybirds Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Ladybirds Day Nursery? ### What age range does Ladybirds Day Nursery cater for? ### Does Ladybirds Day Nursery offer support for children with special educational needs? ### What's the outdoor play like at Ladybirds Day Nursery? ### How do parents feel about Ladybirds Day Nursery? ### How does Ladybirds Day Nursery support babies and toddlers? ### How can I contact Ladybirds Day Nursery? ## About the setting Ladybirds Day Nursery registered in 2016. It is one of two privately-owned nurseries and is located in Barnstaple, Devon. The nursery is open all year round, from 6.30am to 6.30pm. It receives funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. The provider employs 16 staff who work with the children, 12 of whom hold relevant qualifications from level 2 to level 6. URN EY498094 Registered person Ladybirds Barnstaple Ltd 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 ## Nearby day nurseries in BARNSTAPLE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ladybirds Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Happy Hares (Nursery And Pre-School) Barnstaple · EX31 1RW ](/nursery/happy-hares-nursery-and-pre-school-ex31-1rw-ey561019) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Felicity's Fledglings Barnstaple · EX32 8HX 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/felicity-s-fledglings-ex32-8hx-ey561123) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Duckies Pre School Barnstaple · EX31 1LG ](/nursery/duckies-pre-school-ex31-1lg-2603373) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple Barnstaple · EX32 9BD ](/nursery/banana-moon-day-nursery-barnstaple-ex32-9bd-2575982) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### St. Michael's Nursery Barnstaple · EX31 2DB 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/st-michael-s-nursery-ex31-2db-ey463033) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### EarlyBirds Day Nursery Woodville Barnstaple · EX31 2HJ ](/nursery/earlybirds-day-nursery-woodville-ex31-2hj-2751648) [See all nurseries in BARNSTAPLE →](/search?q=BARNSTAPLE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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