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Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe) # Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 4.3 (4 parent reviews) · 292 Badsley Moor Lane, Rotherham, S65 2QW · Rotherham Number of places 34 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Rotherham 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 Nursery, located in Rotherham, aims to provide a nurturing and secure environment where children, families, and staff feel esteemed and encouraged to learn and grow together. The nursery fosters independence, confidence, and self-esteem in children through engaging play-based activities, supported by highly qualified early years professionals. The curriculum focuses on preparing children socially, academically, and emotionally for school by promoting curious minds and a sense of wonder. The nursery is committed to inclusivity, adapting its care to meet the individual needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with a dedicated SEND team providing additional support and guidance. Lime Tree Nursery emphasises outdoor play in all weather conditions and offers local trips to help children learn about their community. The nursery is part of a group with multiple locations across Barnsley, Rotherham, and Worksop, all sharing a vision to provide a rich and happy start to early years education with a focus on long-life skills and a sense of belonging. Our ethos Our ethos here at Lime Tree Nurseries’, is to help lay the foundations for a full, enriched, and happy start to each one of our children’s early years and education. We strive to provide the children with long life skills which they need to thrive throughout their lives, all while giving them a sense of belonging, encouraging self-independence, confidence, and the ability to spread kindness. Incorporating curiosity and awe and wonder into our nursery life encourages the children to become more adventurous and explore happiness and enjoyment within a nurturing environment. What it's like Children do well in this warm and stimulating nursery, thoroughly enjoying well-planned activities and making good overall progress, including those with SEND. They are safe, secure, and form strong bonds with staff, developing curiosity and problem-solving skills. Play-based learning Inclusivity for SEND Outdoor play Community engagement ## Pricing & funding Fees are invoiced monthly in advance and must be paid before the 25th of each month. No charges are applied for bank holidays, but full fees remain payable during sickness absence. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are payable monthly in advance, due before the 25th of the month. - Payments accepted via cash, BACS, childcare vouchers, or tax-free childcare. - Full fees are charged for sickness. - No charges are made for bank holidays. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe) Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10251550 Lead inspector Andrew Clark Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199145)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2600001) 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.limetree-nursery.co.uk/) 292 Badsley Moor Lane, Rotherham, S65 2QW [© 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#/-1.32716/53.43105/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Rotherham - [Day nurseries in Rotherham](/search?q=Rotherham) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=lime-tree-nursery-herringthorpe-s65-2qw-2600001) ## Key facts Staff All staff are qualified to Level 3 in childcare or higher, or are studying towards one on an apprenticeship programme. All staff are first aid trained. Opening hours 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe) Last inspected 13 October 2022 · Andrew Clark 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 do well in this warm and stimulating nursery, thoroughly enjoying well-planned activities and making good overall progress, including those with SEND. They are safe, secure, and form strong bonds with staff, developing curiosity and problem-solving skills. Inspector highlights - Children thoroughly enjoy the wide range of well-planned activities staff prepare for them. - Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are well prepared for their future learning. - The enthusiastic leadership team inspires the staff to work to high standards. - Staff work together well to plan an exciting educational programme that systematically helps children to work towards clear targets in all areas of their learning. - Parents strongly recommend the nursery. They appreciate the warm and kind nature of all the staff and the care taken to keep them fully informed about their children's learning and progress. Areas to develop - 1 focus staffs' further development on ensuring they take all opportunities to deepen and extend children's language skills and vocabulary. Inspection #10251550 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199145) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents welcome the steps taken to keep children safe throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and to support all aspects of their learning. > They appreciate the warm and kind nature of all the staff. > They recognise the care staff take to keep them fully informed about all aspects of their children's learning and progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are well prepared for their future learning. Staff strongly support children with SEND, identifying gaps early and working closely with professionals like speech therapists to plan future learning. They use additional funding for things like sign language and singing sessions to help early speaking skills. Outdoor space Children have the opportunity to be physically active throughout the day, and they enjoy yoga and gymnastics. ## Parent Reviews of Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe) 4.3 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVy-X_6Buhcipr_Mnxrs0BGIRvgO8IJxB-b4O8tOYcTWGjlQPBp2g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joanne Chidley 5 years ago This is a great nursery and encourage children to learn at own pace they have great communication with the children and parents [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5czZQNWFREAE!2m1!1s0x487976819a53d061:0x30b970fd65b2286b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWfRUD7C0I9xlnBfbUz7_CoQbjIgFWSsU9mXZLUd2x_vq7-69Yu=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Todd B 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDcjRMcm9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487976819a53d061:0x30b970fd65b2286b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVVaAIGcdmJZp_b7j6wkiAQHsQegZ5oR5Jo_fxQ57In6s5c1SgQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Chloe Godwin 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDcjdEQzVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487976819a53d061:0x30b970fd65b2286b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIRsPWYmDv_ClP5fylWZ7X6kLXhHiUEYUWx6p2sBxZKDAqS3A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Amber Akash 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBMjVMTHNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487976819a53d061:0x30b970fd65b2286b) Reviews from Google for Lime Tree Nursery (Herringthorpe). 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