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Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery School and Out Of School Club

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2024)
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3.7(9 parent reviews) ·c/o Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery, 26-28 Chapel Street, Sheffield, S20 5BT · Sheffield
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2024
Local authority
Sheffield

About this day nursery

Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery, a family-operated and graduate-led establishment, has been delivering exceptional childcare and education since April 1994. The nursery caters to children ranging from three months to twelve years old, offering a continuum of care that begins in the baby nursery, progresses to the pre-school at age two, and then to the Montessori school unit at three.

For primary school-aged children, an Out of School Kids Club is also available. Located in the charming village of Mosborough, the nursery offers a picturesque countryside setting where children can explore and engage with nature.

The name 'Lamb Setts' itself is inspired by local village history, referencing 'Lamb Sacs' (a historical sheep-dipping area) and 'Setts' (an old term for stepping stones). The dedicated and enthusiastic staff, led by an Early Years Graduate, ensure a stimulating and caring environment, fully equipped with diverse learning materials and IT resources both indoors and outdoors.

The nursery values parental involvement, encouraging daily communication and contributions to their newsletter, all within a professional, safe, structured, and friendly atmosphere.

Our ethos

The nursery follows the Montessori educational approach, offering a continuum of care from three months to twelve years old. They are committed to providing a stimulating and caring environment with diverse learning resources, valuing parental involvement and daily communication.

What it's like

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning in this warm and nurturing nursery. Experienced staff help babies to build strong bonds with them and to settle smoothly into nursery life. Children make good progress overall and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including starting school.

Family-runMontessori approachGraduate-led staffOut of School ClubExtensive age range

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (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.

Key facts

Opening hours

7:45 am - 6 pm, Mon-Fri throughout the year (Sheffield); 8:45 am - 3:30 pm during school terms (Chesterfield)

Age range

3 months - 11 years (Sheffield), 2-5 years (Chesterfield)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1994

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery School and Out Of School Club

Last inspected 17 July 2024 · Andrew Clark

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, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning in this warm and nurturing nursery. Experienced staff help babies to build strong bonds with them and to settle smoothly into nursery life. Children make good progress overall and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including starting school.

Inspector highlights

  • Children make good progress overall and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including starting school.
  • Children feel safe, learn to behave well and show concern for each other, rising to staff's high expectations.
  • The nursery strongly supports children with SEND.
  • Staff support children's love of books very well and engage them in stories.
  • The experienced and well-qualified managers provide passionate and sensitive leadership, leading a well-established and committed staff team.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to strengthen their interactions with children, to enrich and deepen children's vocabulary and language skills.
Inspection #10351505 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say that staff keep them very well informed about their children's progress.

Parents particularly appreciate the care and commitment that key persons show to the children they are responsible for.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make a strong start to their learning in this warm and nurturing nursery. The nursery strongly supports children with SEND. Staff identify gaps in children's learning and development at an early stage. They work closely with parents and other professionals, such as local authority advisers and speech therapists, to plan for children's further development. Staff support children well in their transition through the nursery and into school.

Outdoor space

Children use their imaginations as they develop role play in their fairy garden or use toy diggers and tractors in their muddy construction area. Staff help children to increasingly build their strength and core muscle control as they balance on tyres and wooden planks and join in aerobic and simple sporting activities.

Parent Reviews of Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery School and Out Of School Club

3.7
(9)
Frances Rogers
6 years ago

Both my daughters have attend this nursery, the youngest is full time and my eldest attends in the holidays. The both absolutely love going to nursery, especially the outdoor area, growing vegetables and looking after the animals. The staff take excellent care of this children, and gave my eldest daughter an excellent head start at school where she was leaps and bounds ahead of the other children.I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Matthew Hague
4 years ago

My child attends and as parents we are happy with his care and progress. The staff are nice and professional. We feel positive about his progress. A special thanks to Andy who is well liked by our child.

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Lisa
8 years ago

My daughter has been attending lamb setts in Sheffield since she was 9 months and my son now attends and they both love it, the staff and management are great always want the best for each individual child and always on the ball at looking at new ideas and ways of learning. I feel my children truly benefit from attending this Montessori nursery, by far the best in Sheffield, thank you

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Christy Bakewell
8 years ago

Lamb Setts is definitely open and offering full day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years and holiday club for primary age children. Ofsted rating : good

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Emma Rogers
6 years ago

Lovely setting and wonderful staff. Both of my nieces love the outdoor play area especially the rescued guinea pigs and vegetable garden!

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Inspection history

Date: August 2009

  • July 2024Good
  • September 2018Good
  • October 2014Good
  • August 2009Good

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