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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [West Midlands](/search?region=West+Midlands) 4. Madresfield Early Years Centre # Madresfield Early Years Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Hayswood Farm, Madresfield Village, Malvern, WR13 5AA · Worcestershire Number of places 188 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Worcestershire 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 Madresfield Early Years Centre, located on a functioning dairy farm at the base of the Malvern Hills, offers outstanding early childhood education. A team of highly qualified and seasoned professionals delivers instruction within creatively converted farm buildings and superb outdoor spaces. The centre strongly emphasises outdoor and physical education, providing age-appropriate learning environments, nutritious farmhouse meals prepared on-site, extensive woodland areas, adventure facilities, a well-equipped gymnasium, and dedicated cooking areas. Madresfield Early Years Centre maintains a regular schedule of events and provides both term-time and holiday care, aiming to give children the best possible start in life while offering parents flexible childcare options. The centre has received a "good" OFSTED rating, recognition in Whitehall and Local Centre of Excellence Schemes, and three National Awards, including "Best Nursery in the UK" from the NDNA. What it's like Children enjoy their time at this welcoming nursery where staff are kind, caring, and responsive to individual needs. Staff use songs, rhymes, and frequent conversations to foster communication skills and help children develop secure attachments. All children consistently make good progress, developing skills essential for their next stage of learning, including school readiness. Farm-based setting Outdoor learning focus Award-winning Nutritious meals Flexible care ## Pricing & funding Fees for non-funded hours include all meals, consumables, and enrichment activities. Funding is accepted for 11.25 and 22.5 hours, with extra sessions charged at standard rates. The nursery closes for one week at Easter and one week at Christmas, during which fees are not charged. Good to know - Fees for non-funded children include all meals, consumables, and enrichments. - No fees are charged during the one-week closures at Easter and Christmas. - Sessions booked beyond funded hours are charged at non-funded rates. - School holiday playschemes are available for children up to 9 years old. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm all year round. A holiday play scheme runs during school holidays from 8am until 6pm for children aged up to 8-years-old. Age range 6 weeks to 9 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1994 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Madresfield Early Years Centre Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10370137 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263361)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/205288) 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.meyc.co.uk/) Hayswood Farm, Madresfield Village, Malvern, WR13 5AA [© 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#/-2.2876/52.12608/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Malvern - [Day nurseries in Malvern](/search?q=Malvern) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=madresfield-early-years-centre-wr13-5aa-205288) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Madresfield Early Years Centre Last inspected 5 November 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 Children enjoy their time at this welcoming nursery where staff are kind, caring, and responsive to individual needs. Staff use songs, rhymes, and frequent conversations to foster communication skills and help children develop secure attachments. All children consistently make good progress, developing skills essential for their next stage of learning, including school readiness. Inspector highlights - Children enjoy the time they spend at this welcoming and friendly nursery. - Staff are kind, caring and respond well to children's individual needs. - All children make consistently good progress in their development. - Leaders and staff strive to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities get the support and help they need. - Parents speak positively about the nursery and staff. Areas to develop - 1 plan adult-led activities more carefully so that they provide more challenge for children - 2 support staff to help children learn the importance of following good hand hygiene routines and why these are important. Inspection #10370137 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263361) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak positively about the nursery and staff. > They value the information they receive on the online app and verbally when they collect their children. > Parents express how happy and settled their children are attending. > They like that the nursery is situated on a working farm where their children can benefit from time spent outdoors learning about the natural environment. > They say that they would recommend the nursery to others. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff strive to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities get the support and help they need. They work effectively with parents and ensure timely referrals are made to outside agencies to ensure children are supported to make the progress they are capable of. Outdoor space Children benefit from daily opportunities to be physically active both indoors and outside. Toddlers enjoy learning to negotiate space riding on wheeled toys in the garden, and parents like that the nursery is situated on a working farm where their children can benefit from time spent outdoors learning about the natural environment. ## Parent Reviews of Madresfield Early Years Centre 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKS_Bfx_KD2IN6iWrBQmvmmWBt2F8rkS8I0JELGyYpLafu_Jw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vica Maslennikova 8 months ago Overcrowded, far too small rooms for children to sing and dance, they are like sardines without movement which is very frustrating for new children. Floor is concrit without any warm layer, so cold in cold months. Staff is not attentive, the key worker was changed 3 times in a short time. I think only care about money but not children. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25oU1VrTk9iSEo2TmxGSFYzVlJkVmh4V25WSmRVRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870f90a1c4b304d:0x69be907139f823f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUX71ULeDLIt-gzKfELnWG9T-k8Wystb17YFRMtWLyTzMOCdvMcUQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Graham Eckley a year ago We did a Christmas fair there, and Mr Bennetts was there, which was a brilliant man and his wife. They have made this place Has been made very good for children that go there.it is very safe for them .I have been told that the children can understand how the farm works and how they do gardening The Bennetts are very passionate about what they are doing. The staff are very friendly and helpful. You would love it. For your children. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURmeXA3QUFREAE!2m1!1s0x4870f90a1c4b304d:0x69be907139f823f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUhoIjdBKrCw6pPSJIq94PzfBdTOYjo6j8FaaB_MVgQQTq8ZvlB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) JOHANNA RIVAS a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMcTRERUlREAE!2m1!1s0x4870f90a1c4b304d:0x69be907139f823f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUv3oqi8yUJAqP-T3b6Vc2fU-1O9_KK5Zyl5wSnDJ82xDHDBC8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Naresh rana 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1c3JPbG5nRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870f90a1c4b304d:0x69be907139f823f) Reviews from Google for Madresfield Early Years Centre. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=476230402220982847&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2005 - December 2024 Good - November 2024 Good - May 2022 Outstanding - April 2022 Outstanding - October 2015 Outstanding - September 2015 Outstanding - October 2009 Outstanding - September 2009 Outstanding - March 2009 Outstanding - November 2006 Outstanding - October 2006 Outstanding - April 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about Madresfield Early Years Centre ### How many places does Madresfield Early Years Centre have? ### What is Madresfield Early Years Centre working on improving? ### How can Madresfield Early Years Centre be contacted? ### What ages of children does Madresfield Early Years Centre look after? ## Nearby day nurseries in Malvern Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Madresfield Early Years Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Oaks Day Nursery Malvern · WR14 1GQ 4.7(13 reviews) ](/nursery/little-oaks-day-nursery-wr14-1gq-ey415227) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Smart Steps Nursery Malvern · WR14 2DD ](/nursery/smart-steps-nursery-wr14-2dd-2567278) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Shining Stars Nursery & Preschool Malvern · WR14 3SW ](/nursery/shining-stars-nursery-preschool-wr14-3sw-ey422213) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Playhouse Nursery Malvern · WR14 3HD ](/nursery/playhouse-nursery-wr14-3hd-205295) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.0 mi ### Home-Grown At The Wyche Institute Malvern · WR14 4EP ](/nursery/home-grown-at-the-wyche-institute-wr14-4ep-ey558421) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.2 mi ### Little Lodge Nursery Bransford Worcester · WR6 5JB 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/little-lodge-nursery-bransford-wr6-5jb-2723046) [See all nurseries in Malvern →](/search?q=Malvern) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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