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Leap Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
·Clyde House, Clyde Street, Ashton Under Lyne, OL7 0NQ · Tameside
Number of places
45 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Tameside

About this day nursery

Leap Nursery, established in 2015, provides a welcoming and calm environment for children aged 2 to 4 years, operating during term-time from 8:15 am to 3:30 pm. The nursery received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in its latest inspection on 6th July 2022.

Children here are well-settled, secure, and form strong bonds with staff, seeking support when needed. The curriculum is designed to be broad and follows children's interests, with staff supporting children in developing their communication and language skills through activities like reading and singing.

The setting places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, where children can develop mark-making skills with paintbrushes and water in a large outdoor space. Leap Nursery is noted for its strong provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with leaders and staff effectively monitoring learning needs and collaborating with other professionals for the best outcomes.

The nursery also serves a diverse community, offering opportunities for children to explore different cultures and celebrate festivals. Parental partnerships are effective, and parents commend the staff for their support and accessibility.

Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure positive outcomes for all children, particularly those who require additional support. Leap Nursery fosters a strong community feel, working with other organisations and accessing funding to support children and families.

What it's like

Children are well settled and secure in the welcoming and calm environment. They seek support from adults, when needed, and have strong bonds. Children are part of a wider community, which strengthens the support they receive. Staff work extremely well with other professionals and parents to ensure they get the best possible outcomes for children, especially those who need it most.

Welcoming and calm environmentStrong SEND provisionEffective parent partnershipDiverse community focusOutdoor learning opportunitiesGood communication and language skills

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
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Key facts

Age range

0-4

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Leap Nursery

Last inspected 6 July 2022 · Jade Patten

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 are well settled and secure in the welcoming and calm environment. They seek support from adults, when needed, and have strong bonds. Children are part of a wider community, which strengthens the support they receive. Staff work extremely well with other professionals and parents to ensure they get the best possible outcomes for children, especially those who need it most.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are well settled and secure in the welcoming and calm environment.
  • Children have lots of opportunity to develop their communication and language skills.
  • Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong.
  • The nursery serves a diverse community, and staff provide opportunities for children to explore other cultures and celebrate festivals.
  • Partnership with parents is effective, and staff engage well with parents.

Areas to develop

  • 1sharpen the curriculum planning to ensure all children develop the knowledge and skills required to support further learning.
Inspection #10236649 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

The staff are always there to listen and give extra help.

If I ever need them I can ring.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong. Leaders and staff know how to monitor children's learning and care needs, and they work well with other professionals to ensure children receive the best possible outcomes.

Outdoor space

Children develop their mark-making skills with paintbrushes and water in the large outdoor space. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning.

Inspection history

Date: September 2016

  • July 2022Good
  • September 2016Good

Frequently asked about Leap Nursery

About the setting

Leap Nursery registered in 2015. The nursery employs five members of childcare staff, of whom four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, term time only, with sessions from 8.15am to 3.30pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY488375
Registered person
St Peter's Community Partnership
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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