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Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls # Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Seagulls Surestart centre, Magdalen Way, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7BP · Norfolk Number of places 62 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Norfolk 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 Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls, established in 2021, provides childcare for children aged 1 to 4 years. Open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm, for 51 weeks of the year, it offers an all-year curriculum. The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 2nd February 2024. The manager and staff warmly greet children and parents, and flexible settling-in arrangements help to form strong bonds with key persons. Staff prioritise understanding each child by gathering information from parents about their preferences and developmental stage. This enables them to deliver a curriculum that covers all areas of learning, encouraging curiosity and exploration within a well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children have ample opportunities for physical exercise and fresh air, supporting healthy lifestyle habits. The staff are adept at supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They meticulously track children's progress through observation and assessment. When additional or external support is required, the nursery's special educational needs and disabilities coordinator collaborates swiftly with parents and other professionals. There are clear plans in place to further develop their practice, including an intervention programme specifically designed to support children experiencing speech and language delays. The nursery fosters a language-rich environment, with staff regularly providing commentary, asking simple questions, and introducing new vocabulary to enhance children's communication skills. They also engage particularly well with parents, keeping them informed about their child's learning and well-being through discussions, an online app, and valuable parenting advice and support. What it's like The manager and staff warmly greet children and their parents, and flexible settling-in arrangements help to form close bonds with key persons. Staff know the children well and use information from parents to deliver a curriculum that covers all areas of learning. Children are encouraged to be curious and explore the well-resourced learning environment, both inside and outside. Well led Supports independence Healthy lifestyle habits SEND support Engages parents Language-rich environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10311623 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240898)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2656064) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-squirrels-play-forest-at-seagulls-nr31-7bp-2656064) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls Last inspected 2 February 2024 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 The manager and staff warmly greet children and their parents, and flexible settling-in arrangements help to form close bonds with key persons. Staff know the children well and use information from parents to deliver a curriculum that covers all areas of learning. Children are encouraged to be curious and explore the well-resourced learning environment, both inside and outside. Inspector highlights - The nursery is well led and staff receive effective supervision, support, and mentoring. - Staff encourage children's independence and build on their existing skills. - Staff help children to develop healthy lifestyle habits, including physical exercise and fresh air. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are appropriately supported. - The manager and staff engage particularly well with parents, keeping them informed and offering valuable parenting advice and support. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to deliver well-planned, rich and consistent learning experiences, particularly for children who are slower to speak, so that they have good opportunities to practise their listening and speaking skills - 2 review and enhance routines around lunchtimes, to ensure that children have opportunities to eat when they wish to, and others remain engaged in purposeful play at these times Inspection #10311623 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240898) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are appropriately supported. Staff use observation and assessment to track children's progress, and when further or external support is needed, the nursery's special educational needs and disabilities coordinator works swiftly with parents and other professionals. There are clear plans in place to develop practice further, including implementing an intervention programme to better support those children with speech and language delay. Outdoor space Children are encouraged to be curious and explore within the well-resourced learning environment, both inside and outside. They have plenty of opportunity for physical exercise and fresh air. ## Parent Reviews of Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWLqxkRCoNVyuGFKeq_LGP-W_1DlHoN1D7yaq4mnFRiC4vRRGy1=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Smith a year ago Fabulous nursery. They take such good care of my child and I can’t fault them! My child loves coming in every day, they tell me what fabulous activities they have done and they love being outside in their garden which is open all day! An amazing setting! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQd3Z2MnBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47da05d3b3aaaaeb:0xc27ab6cf42a36ecd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLjY4S78F-SD_6WBU96-BcQFO3F4DaFWLso1EOse6a1zwzI7Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Shannon a year ago Daughter got on there but not a great nusery , went for a stay and play their was glass over the playground, then lost her place due to me mum kicking off about massive bite on my daughters back. The report did not match the information given to me I was also reassured not to pick her up properly to allow the redness to go down . They stated they have no policy for bites, please be aware to check your children when coming out before leaving . My daughter is doing so much better at home with me . Also they are allowed to restain children and don't like it when adults stick up for their children . [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYOXZhM3pnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47da05d3b3aaaaeb:0xc27ab6cf42a36ecd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJItcVLK-ws7haOus5kp5cu6jsSekHSvYGAMarYl7TouHbg4Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Emma Stearman a year ago Fabulous nursery! Welcoming for parents and children. Knowledgable staff and great communication! The child is the heart of everything they do. Cannot recommend enough! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQd3FIY2d3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47da05d3b3aaaaeb:0xc27ab6cf42a36ecd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLRu3-RxIM5aDSCQkAO5ogCNCP2VtQ8J3sAyp1vzv9_isRdmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cerys Speak 11 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxd1kyazBkVmN4VUZsMFNFWldURTVJTVd3eVZFRRAB!2m1!1s0x47da05d3b3aaaaeb:0xc27ab6cf42a36ecd) Reviews from Google for Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14013714191809212109&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2024 - March 2024 Good - February 2024 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls ### What is the address of Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls? ### What is the capacity at Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls? ### How does Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Great Yarmouth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Rascal's Day Nursery Great Yarmouth · NR31 7BU 4.4(8 reviews) ](/nursery/rascal-s-day-nursery-nr31-7bu-ey447168) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.6 mi ### Scribbles Day Nursery (Gorleston) Great Yarmouth · NR31 6NE 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/scribbles-day-nursery-gorleston-nr31-6ne-2774873) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Scribbles Day Nursery (Gorleston) Great Yarmouth · NR31 6RR ](/nursery/scribbles-day-nursery-gorleston-ltd-nr31-6rr-ey473569) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### StaynPlay Day Care Great Yarmouth · NR31 0NX 3.1(17 reviews) ](/nursery/staynplay-day-care-nr31-0nx-2793685) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Shine (EAST NORFOLK) Gorleston-on-Sea · NR31 0LG 4.8(32 reviews) ](/nursery/shine-east-norfolk-nr31-0lg-ey270216) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Great Yarmouth Great Yarmouth · NR31 6LA 4.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-great-yarmouth-nr31-6la-ey304521) [See all nurseries in Great Yarmouth →](/search?q=Great+Yarmouth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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