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Lemon Tree

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Nov 2022)
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4.8(5 parent reviews) ·Lothian Way, Bransholme, Hull, HU7 5DD · Kingston upon Hull
Number of places
42 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Kingston upon Hull

About this day nursery

Lemon Tree, established in 2013, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30am until 6pm, excluding bank holidays and a Christmas week closure.

The nursery was rated Outstanding by Ofsted on its latest inspection on 4 November 2022. The curriculum is thoughtfully planned and consistently delivered, ensuring all children make excellent progress.

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exceptionally well supported by knowledgeable staff and an outstanding SENCo, making excellent progress. They participate in group activities tailored to their individual developmental stage, enjoying playful interactions like bubble popping and feather tickling.

Outdoors, children have many opportunities for physical activity; they roll balls, navigate obstacle courses, and enjoy the green spaces. Babies thrive in the fresh air, exploring autumn leaves and confidently navigating ramps.

Staff at Lemon Tree are highly attuned to each child, fostering a harmonious environment where children are resilient, confident, and eager to learn. Children develop strong communication and language skills, using complex vocabulary and showing a passion for reading.

The setting ensures a wonderfully enriching experience for all children.

What it's like

Children's lives are wonderfully enriched by their experiences at this nursery. Staff know children exceptionally well, placing their best interests at the very heart of everything. Children are very resilient, confident, and have extremely positive attitudes to learning, thriving in a harmonious environment.

Outstanding Ofsted ratingSkilful staffExcellent SEND provisionRich outdoor playStrong parental partnershipsOutstanding curriculum

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays and a week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2013

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Lemon Tree

Last inspected 4 November 2022

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children's lives are wonderfully enriched by their experiences at this nursery. Staff know children exceptionally well, placing their best interests at the very heart of everything. Children are very resilient, confident, and have extremely positive attitudes to learning, thriving in a harmonious environment.

Inspector highlights

  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress, supported by knowledgeable staff and an exceptional SENCo.
  • The curriculum is wonderfully planned and implemented consistently, leading to superb progress for all children.
  • Staff cleverly use thought-provoking questions and value children's responses, giving them time and space to think clearly.
  • Children’s communication and language skills develop extremely well, utilising complex vocabulary and demonstrating a love for reading.
  • Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the nursery, praising communication and the nursery app, and benefit from strong links with staff.
Inspection #10229364 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress. They are very well supported by knowledgeable staff and the exceptional special educational needs coordinator (SENCo). Children benefit from group activities which are planned for their exact stage of development and laugh delightedly as they pop bubbles and staff tickle them with feathers.

Outdoor space

Children have varied opportunities for physical activity. They roll balls, tackle obstacle courses and enjoy the green space outdoors. Babies thrive outdoors in the fresh air as they explore autumn leaves. They toddle eagerly over ramps, displaying confidence to manage risks independently.

Parent Reviews of Lemon Tree

4.8
(5)

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Inspection history

Date: October 2013

  • November 2022Outstanding
  • February 2017Outstanding
  • October 2013Good

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