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[East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Lime Tree Barrow # Lime Tree Barrow Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Lime Tree Day Nursery, 68 North Street, Loughborough, LE12 8QA · Leicestershire Number of places 100 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 Local authority Leicestershire 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 Lime Tree Barrow Ltd, a childcare setting for children aged 0-4 years, registered with Ofsted on 20/07/2023, provides a warm and inclusive environment for children in Loughborough. Operating from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm year-round, the nursery ensures children feel safe, secure, and comfortable at all times. The setting places a high emphasis on the well-being and development of each child, with leaders and staff working cohesively to provide a high-quality provision. They are particularly adept at supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working closely with parents and professionals to individualise care and learning. Children benefit from daily opportunities for outdoor play, fostering physical activity and exploration in an enticing outdoor space. The nursery’s commitment to nurturing independence and strong relationships with staff helps children thrive and confidently engage with their surroundings, developing essential skills for their next stage of learning. What it's like All children and their families are warmly welcomed by the kind and friendly staff. Children, including babies, confidently separate from their parents on arrival and settle quickly. Children demonstrate a secure sense of belonging and show that they are happy and enjoy their time at the setting. They build strong bonds with staff who know them well and who respond positively to their individual needs. Staff successfully promote children's independence through everyday routines and activities. They offer consistent praise and encouragement and celebrate children's achievements. Children play harmoniously together and develop secure friendships. Warm Welcome Strong Bonds Inclusive Environment Outdoor Play Independence Fostered ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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 7:30am–6pm Age range 3 months-5 years Term time / All Year All\_year Food Fresh meals cooked daily on-site Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Jan 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lime Tree Barrow Last inspected 13 January 2026 Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend All children and their families are warmly welcomed by the kind and friendly staff. Children, including babies, confidently separate from their parents on arrival and settle quickly. Children demonstrate a secure sense of belonging and show that they are happy and enjoy their time at the setting. They build strong bonds with staff who know them well and who respond positively to their individual needs. Staff successfully promote children's independence through everyday routines and activities. They offer consistent praise and encouragement and celebrate children's achievements. Children play harmoniously together and develop secure friendships. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff understand the importance of ensuring that all children feel safe, secure and comfortable in the setting. - Staff effectively and sensitively create consistent routines and safe spaces that help children learn to cope with their emotions. - Leaders and staff welcome all children into the setting, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who face barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing. - Children of all ages are motivated to join in with activities and concentrate well. - Children develop their physical skills as they explore different media and materials, and learn to use tools and equipment safely. - Partnerships with parents are extremely positive. Detailed information is shared regularly with parents about their children's care and learning needs to ensure that these are consistently met. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should continue to support staff to help them to build on their practice and deliver the curriculum well to ensure consistently high-quality experiences for children. Inspection #2742103 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50297058) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lime Tree Barrow Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 2742103 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50297058)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742103) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=lime-tree-barrow-ltd-le12-8qa-2742103) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff welcome all children into the setting, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who face barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing. They work very closely with parents and other professionals to ensure children's individual care and learning needs are consistently met. Leaders and staff rapidly identify where children may need additional support through accurate ongoing assessments and swiftly implement targeted support. Adaptations throughout the nursery are skilfully made to ensure all children are included and benefit from the learning experiences on offer. Outdoor space Children of all ages benefit from daily opportunities to play and be physically active outdoors. Babies show high levels of excitement when it is time to play outside in the enticing outdoor play space. They willingly find their own waterproof suits and wellington boots ready for staff to help them put them on. Outdoors, younger children use jugs and spoons to carefully pour and mix water and mud. ## Parent Reviews of Lime Tree Barrow 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJlLcAQhMFtfYkhW9o56yEolDKg6B5kG-EfpqxESsZB68RTqB05=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Dom Banner 9 years ago Awesome nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBMXN5ZlVnEAE!2m1!1s0x4879de590b49b74f:0x7d0d3f2664f9e96d) Reviews from Google for Lime Tree Barrow. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9010927863573637485&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 13 January 2026 Expected standard Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50297058) ## Frequently asked about Lime Tree Barrow ### What is Lime Tree Barrow Ltd's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Lime Tree Barrow Ltd? ### Does Lime Tree Barrow Ltd accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Lime Tree Barrow Ltd? ### What is Lime Tree Barrow Ltd's approach to children with special educational needs? ### Does Lime Tree Barrow Ltd provide meals for children? ### How does Lime Tree Barrow Ltd support outdoor play? ### How can I contact Lime Tree Barrow Ltd? ## About the setting Lime Tree Barrow Ltd is a childcare on non-domestic premises, registered with Ofsted on 20/07/2023. It is located at Lime Tree Day Nursery, 68 North Street, Barrow Upon Soar, Loughborough, LE12 8QA. The setting operates Monday to Friday, from 07:30 to 18:00. 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