Food
Homemade meals on-site, including Halal meat and organic fruit and vegetables.
Learning Works For Children
Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
Number of places
64 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Nottingham
About this day nursery
Learning Works For Children Limited is a family-operated day nursery in Nottingham, offering childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, along with a holiday club for 5-11 year olds. The nursery, established in 2006, operates from a spacious building on Carlton Road that includes three large rooms, an extensive physical play area, and an outdoor garden.
The dedicated and qualified staff, some of whom have worked together for two decades, are committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and nurturing childcare. The nursery aims to provide an environment where children can grow, develop, and learn through play, respecting individual identities, cultures, and heritages.
Emphasising a "family" atmosphere, the nursery maintains an open-door policy for parents and encourages their involvement in nursery life. They are open 52 weeks a year, excluding Bank Holidays, from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:45 pm.
Meals are homemade on-site using fresh, quality produce, including Halal meat and organic fruits and vegetables.
What it's like
Children are relaxed and happy in the nursery. They are encouraged to explore their environment and develop physical skills. Staff support children to use their imagination and creativity.
Family-run nurseryHoliday club for 5-11 year oldsHomemade Halal mealsSpacious facilities with outdoor garden
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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
Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:45 pm
Age range
6 weeks to 11 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2015
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Learning Works For Children
Last inspected 13 May 2022 · Ann Carter
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 relaxed and happy in the nursery. They are encouraged to explore their environment and develop physical skills. Staff support children to use their imagination and creativity.
Inspector highlights
- There is a strong focus on enabling children to develop good communication and language skills.
- Staff encourage children to count and use mathematical language.
- Staff have adapted their approach to enable children to catch up where needed after the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified early and supported.
- Pre-school children are encouraged to take age-appropriate responsibility for themselves, developing independence skills.
Areas to develop
- 1ensure staff explain to children the reason why their behaviour is acceptable or not safe, to help children to learn what behaviour is wanted
- 2provide parents with information and ideas to enable them to extend their children's learning and development at home.
Inspection #10232353 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents comment that their children settle quickly and are excited to see staff when they arrive in the morning.
Parents comment that their children use new words and sing songs that they have learned at nursery.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified early. Staff provide carefully considered interactions and activities to support their individual development. For example, they provide toys that can be used as a walker, and ensure that there is clear space for children who need extra room to move around.
Outdoor space
The inspector observed the quality of education during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.
Inspection history
Date: August 2016
- May 2022Good
- August 2016Good
Frequently asked about Learning Works For Children
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