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Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School # Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2022) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 78 Burton End, Haverhill, CB9 9LR · Suffolk Number of places 34 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Suffolk 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 Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Ltd, established in August 2012 by Hayley Pidgeon and Dawn Edwards, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The nursery embraces a play-based, child-centred, and inquiry-based approach to early childhood education, believing that hands-on exploration fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. They are dedicated to providing individualised and age-appropriate learning experiences that support children's holistic development. Lilypads values diversity and inclusivity, striving to create a sense of belonging for all children and families. They emphasise strong partnerships with families, believing that collaboration between educators and parents leads to the best outcomes for children. The nursery is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy environment, with highly trained staff in first aid, child protection, and health and safety. Robust child protection policies, regular risk assessments, nutritious meals prepared on-site, and strict security measures including CCTV ensure children's well-being. Lilypads aims to nurture each child's individuality, helping them become confident, capable, and compassionate members of the community. Our ethos At Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Ltd, we believe that every child is a unique individual with boundless potential. Our philosophy is based on the understanding that each child deserves a secure, caring, and stimulating environment that supports their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. We are dedicated to providing a play-based curriculum that is designed to engage children in meaningful and age-appropriate learning experiences. We recognise that children learn best through hands-on exploration and discovery, and we strive to create an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. We value diversity and inclusivity, and we celebrate the distinct backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives that each child brings to our community at Lilypads. We believe that a sense of belonging and connectedness is essential for children's well-being, and we endeavour to create a warm and welcoming environment where children, families, and educators feel supported and respected. At Lilypads, we believe that early childhood education is a collaborative effort between families and educators. We value open communication, and we strive to establish strong partnerships with families to support children's growth and development. We believe that when families and educators work together, we can create the best possible outcomes for children. Above all, our philosophy is based on a profound respect for children and their unique journeys. We are committed to nurturing each child's individuality and helping them to develop into confident, capable, and compassionate members of our community at Lilypads. What it's like Children are welcomed by nurturing staff and are extremely sociable. Outdoor play is prioritised, where children love exploring and developing physical skills. Staff expertly support children's speech and language development, leading to significant progress in communication. Play-based learning Child-centred approach Experienced and qualified staff Focus on health and safety Strong family partnerships ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10235841 Lead inspector Louisa Taylor Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202437)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY448938) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.lilypadsnursery.co.uk/) 78 Burton End, Haverhill, CB9 9LR [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.4297/52.08198/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Haverhill - [Day nurseries in Haverhill](/search?q=Haverhill) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=lilypads-day-nursery-pre-school-ltd-cb9-9lr-ey448938) ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.lilypadsnursery.co.uk/fees) ## Key facts Opening hours Nursery: Monday – Friday 7.30am – 6pm; Office: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm Food Nutritious meals and snacks are prepared on-site using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School Last inspected 11 November 2022 · Louisa Taylor 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 are welcomed by nurturing staff and are extremely sociable. Outdoor play is prioritised, where children love exploring and developing physical skills. Staff expertly support children's speech and language development, leading to significant progress in communication. Inspector highlights - Staff champion children's individuality, leading to positive learning experiences. - Teaching is of an exceedingly high standard, and an ambitious curriculum is embedded throughout staff practice. - Children are becoming increasingly independent in their personal needs, including self-care and self-serving food. - Healthy lifestyles are highly valued, with children participating in planting, harvesting, and cooking activities. - The management team are awe-inspiring and passionate, fostering high staff well-being and strong parent partnerships. Inspection #10235841 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202437) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents compliment this inclusive provision on superb communication and the remarkable and significant progress their children are making. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are proactive in leading their own learning and becoming independent in making positive choices due to the high levels of consideration placed on the accessibility and inclusivity of self-selected resources. Staff expertly support children's speech and language development by introducing new vocabulary in a meaningful way, and their communication skills develop exceedingly well. Outdoor space Outdoor play is prioritised. Children love playing outside and exploring the natural environment. Children play games, test their physical limits, express themselves and build their self-confidence. ## Parent Reviews of Lilypads Day Nursery & Pre-School 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU5-iH-nJ2D7qtcYuAw-wi_kfenYf5nNmD6MS_-bl-7eVJ93CwROQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Gemma Hoyes 10 months ago Brilliant for both the baby room and preschool. Kind and caring staff who do their best for the children [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xoaWFYZEVWVVE1ZFZOV05sVkJPRVUwTldoVmFFRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d85e5ef5454d1f:0x650b3a990a570662) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXRMpsBxqdKl_93ojCuIKBLeOKhGCpKpxD86-qwXpraIzmoj52Y=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Lorraine Jenkins 6 years ago My daughter started here in August and the staff are amazing. The nursery is clean and the outdoor spaces are brilliant. Would recommend! 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