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Ladybirds Day Nursery # Ladybirds Day Nursery in Plymouth Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Ladybirds Day Nursery, Brixton, Plymouth, PL8 2AH · Devon Number of places 49 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 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 Ladybirds Day Nursery in Plymouth provides a nurturing and accessible environment for children from 9 months up to 8 years old. The nursery aims to cater to the diverse needs of the local community, prioritising clear communication and inclusive practices. They offer a range of session types, including half days, short days, and full days, with flexible options for early starts and before/after-school care. Meals, including breakfast, cooked lunch, and snacks, are generally included in the fees for children up to age 3, with provisions for preschool children as well. Ladybirds Day Nursery is committed to supporting families with various funding options and provides detailed information on government schemes like 30 hours funding and Tax-Free Childcare. The nursery maintains open communication regarding fees, term dates, and any changes, with a clear policy on payments, holidays, and withdrawals to ensure transparency and smooth operations. They also have robust policies on health, medication, and personal property to safeguard children and maintain a well-organised setting. The nursery emphasises creating a positive and understanding atmosphere that celebrates diversity and supports all children and their families. What it's like Children thoroughly enjoy attending this home-from-home nursery and have formed strong relationships with staff, helping them to feel safe and secure. They have highly positive attitudes to learning, meaning all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their development. Children behave well and play cooperatively together. Flexible sessions Inclusive environment Funding support ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged monthly and include all meals and snacks for children under three. Pre-school children receive breakfast and snacks, with lunch and tea charged separately unless provided by parents. A minimum booking of one session per week applies, and a sibling discount is available. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Registration fee is non-refundable and payable before starting. - Fees are payable by the 15th of each month; late payments incur an admin fee. - Minimum booking is one session per week. - A 10% sibling discount applies to the oldest child. - Full fees are charged for all absences, though prolonged illness may be considered. - Admin fees apply for swapped sessions or extra sessions booked with less than four weeks notice. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ladybirds Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10318329 Lead inspector Joanne Steward [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254194)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY496872) 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-pl8-2ah-ey496872) ## Key facts Session types Half day (8 am - 1 pm), Half day (1 pm - 6 pm), Short Day (8 am - 3:30 pm), Full Day (8 am - 6 pm), All Week Offer (8 am - 6 pm, Monday to Friday) Food All meals and snacks included for under 3s; breakfast and snacks for pre-schoolers with charges for lunch/tea unless brought from home. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6 pm Age range 9 months to 8 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2016 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ladybirds Day Nursery Last inspected 26 June 2024 · Joanne Steward 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 thoroughly enjoy attending this home-from-home nursery and have formed strong relationships with staff, helping them to feel safe and secure. They have highly positive attitudes to learning, meaning all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their development. Children behave well and play cooperatively together. Inspector highlights - The management team and staff have made considerable improvements since their last inspection, ensuring an ambitious and planned curriculum. - Staff work well together to precisely tailor children's next steps to meet their needs, building on existing skills. - Children develop good imagination and language skills through engaging role-play activities. - Staff encourage daily opportunities for outdoor play, allowing children to explore natural materials and develop curiosity. - Nursery staff have formed effective relationships with parents, keeping them informed and supporting children's development. Areas to develop - 1 coach and support new staff in using consistent strategies to teach children how to use mark-making tools effectively to further develop their hand-to-eye coordination. Inspection #10318329 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254194) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report positively about the nursery. > They comment on how much progress their child has made and the strong support staff provide, including in the preparation for children's move to school. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their development. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space Staff encourage daily opportunities for outdoor play. Pre-school children enjoy using clay and natural materials, and staff talk to them about different herbs and flowers, encouraging them to make patterns. Staff move activities into shaded areas of the garden to prevent children from becoming sunburnt. ## Parent Reviews of Ladybirds Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXjTkQ1KXah46IvSdTORGbIdsqHpMTlsSzqC14Gx8oG4w9CqtU_Yw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lilly 2 years ago My toddler who is only 3 year old is learning good and Have a friend and she love the food there and she go there when I got work Recommend that your toddler/baby could go here [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkaDZQUHd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x486cebe29a7ac3a5:0x9434ca04969f1ae7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW7KQKu06_SPXg6yoQgaM93m3LQMsE0oG9wsB2klfrZtDy3GJkC=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Julie Harrison 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNbGJUbnVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x486cebe29a7ac3a5:0x9434ca04969f1ae7) Reviews from Google for Ladybirds Day Nursery. 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