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Loxley Nursery # Loxley Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2023) · Loxley Primary School, Rodney Hill, SHEFFIELD, S6 6SG · Sheffield Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority Sheffield About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery With a capacity for 32 children and 54 children on roll, the nursery is staffed by nine childcare professionals, seven of whom hold Level 3 qualifications and two at Level 2. The dedicated team, led by registered person Haywood, Kay Elizabeth, focuses on fostering children's independence and preparing them for future learning through a curriculum that follows their interests and curiosity. They offer a stimulating environment with a range of resources and opportunities for children to investigate their surroundings, including engaging experiences in the nearby on-site woodland, which enhances their well-being. The nursery also provides funded early education for two, three, and four-year-old children and maintains effective partnerships with local schools and authorities to support positive outcomes for each child. What it's like Children enjoy a wide range of exciting adventures in the nearby on-site woodland. These experiences enhance their well-being significantly. Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour, ensuring children are kept from harm while having plenty of fun. Children contribute enthusiastically to daily routines and develop their independence skills in preparation for future learning. Engaging outdoor play Strong behaviour support Child-led curriculum Dedicated staff Community engagement ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, closing for two weeks at Christmas. Sessions are from 8am to 4pm. Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Loxley Nursery Last inspected 15 November 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children enjoy a wide range of exciting adventures in the nearby on-site woodland. These experiences enhance their well-being significantly. Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour, ensuring children are kept from harm while having plenty of fun. Children contribute enthusiastically to daily routines and develop their independence skills in preparation for future learning. Inspector highlights - Children enjoy a wide range of exciting adventures in the nearby on-site woodland, which enhances their well-being significantly. - Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour and ensure children are kept from harm while having plenty of fun. - The new management team is embedding a curriculum that is planned to follow children's interests and curiosity about the world. - Managers and staff are dedicated and passionate about their provision, sharing a clear and ambitious vision and values. - Overall, staff adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of children well, including those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Parents are very happy with the care provided at the nursery, appreciating staff's flexible approach and good communication. - Children learn to make healthy choices and to look after themselves independently, benefiting from daily exercise and fresh air. - Children experience an expansive range of activities and engagement in their local community, regularly going for walks and visiting local shops and care homes. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen support for staff to help them to plan even more precisely to build on what children know and can do. Inspection #10305005 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236038) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Loxley Nursery Inspection date Nov 2023 Inspection no. 10305005 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236038)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY350743) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=loxley-nursery-s6-6sg-ey350743) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of children well, including those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). All children make good progress from their starting points in development. Outdoor space Children enjoy a wide range of exciting adventures in the nearby on-site woodland, enhancing their well-being. They explore natural materials, prepare fires in an open space, and use various natural elements for imaginative play. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning, including a joint observation of an outdoor activity with the deputy manager. Inspection history Date: November 2013 - November 2023 Good - February 2018 Outstanding - June 2014 Good - November 2013 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Loxley Nursery ### What is Loxley Nursery working on improving? ### What outdoor space does Loxley Nursery use? ### Is Loxley Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### How does Loxley Nursery support children with SEND? ### Whereabouts is Loxley Nursery? ### Is Loxley Nursery a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in SHEFFIELD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Loxley Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Woodlands Pre-School Nursery Sheffield · S6 5LA 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/woodlands-pre-school-nursery-limited-s6-5la-ey479128) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### The Nature Box Forest School Sheffield · S6 5HE ](/nursery/the-nature-box-forest-school-s6-5he-2849783) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Corner House Nursery School Sheffield · S6 4ED 3.3(14 reviews) ](/nursery/corner-house-nursery-school-s6-4ed-300724) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Stannington Village Pre-School Sheffield · S6 6DB 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/stannington-village-pre-school-s6-6db-300732) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Osborne House Community Nursery Sheffield · S6 4GJ 4.8(9 reviews) ](/nursery/osborne-house-community-nursery-s6-4gj-300727) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Nurtured @ Middlewood Sheffield · S6 1TN ](/nursery/nurtured-middlewood-s6-1tn-2863460) [See all nurseries in SHEFFIELD →](/search?q=SHEFFIELD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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