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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. M.A Nursery # M.A Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · Hollingbourne Parish Council, Cardwell Pavilion, Maidstone, ME17 1QQ · Kent Number of places 20 places Age range 1–3 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery A Nursery Ltd, registered in August 2023, provides childcare for children from 1 to 3 years old in Hollingbourne, Maidstone. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7:30 am until 6:00 pm, offering full-day care. Children benefit from a strong focus on creativity and active play, including trips to the park and train station, which help them learn about the world and build confidence. The dedicated staff team, comprising eight members with four holding early years qualifications at level 2 or above, nurtures secure relationships with children and families. They encourage independence and support child-led play, allowing children to explore various textures and engage in imaginative and constructive activities. The nursery leadership and staff are passionate about continuously developing children's learning, evidenced by their reflective approach and commitment to enhancing the environment for sleeping babies. Parents appreciate the staff's genuine affection for children, contributing to a nurturing atmosphere where children feel happy, confident, and settled. What it's like Children are happy, confident and settled at this nursery. They form secure relationships with the nurturing staff team who know them and their families very well. Babies who are new to the nursery are quickly comforted by calm and caring staff. The nursery has a strong focus on creativity and active play. Children enjoy trips, such as to the park and the train station, that help them learn about the world around them. Children are encouraged to try new things and build confidence through play that involves taking safe risks. Creative Play Active Learning Nurturing Staff Strong Relationships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for M.A Nursery Last inspected 30 July 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy, confident and settled at this nursery. They form secure relationships with the nurturing staff team who know them and their families very well. Babies who are new to the nursery are quickly comforted by calm and caring staff. The nursery has a strong focus on creativity and active play. Children enjoy trips, such as to the park and the train station, that help them learn about the world around them. Children are encouraged to try new things and build confidence through play that involves taking safe risks. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, confident and settled, forming secure relationships with nurturing staff. - The nursery has a strong focus on creativity and active play, including trips that help children learn about the world. - Staff support children's independence by providing time and space for child-led play and encouraging exploration through senses. - Children show enthusiasm for role-playing, imaginative play, and hands-on activities that nurture creativity and coordination. - Leaders and staff are passionate about their roles and continuously develop children's learning, working well together. - Staff retention is good, fostering trusting relationships, and parents describe a nurturing feel. - Teaching is good, with staff interacting well, modelling play, and encouraging children to experiment. - Children benefit from regular activities in the fresh air and enjoy healthy meals and snacks, promoting physical development. - The environment for the youngest children supports gross motor skills, and older children develop physical skills, coordination, and dexterity. - Children show kindness and consideration, with staff building confidence and self-esteem through praise and encouragement. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen how information is shared with parents about the skills their children are developing to help parents support and extend their children's learning at home. - 2 Strengthen staff practice to ensure learning opportunities are well sequenced and focus more precisely on supporting children's individual learning intentions. Inspection #10412322 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50285685) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of M.A Nursery Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10412322 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50285685)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2850588) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=m-a-nursery-ltd-me17-1qq-2850588) Inspection history Most recent inspection 30 July 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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