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Mel's Totstop Day Nursery # Mel's Totstop Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 3.0 (2 Google reviews) · Rosecliffe, Rossall Close, SCUNTHORPE, DN16 3QT · North Lincolnshire Number of places 41 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority North Lincolnshire 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 Mel's Totstop Day Nursery, established in 2010, is an all-year nursery in Scunthorpe. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted at its inspection on July 10, 2023, it provides education and care for children aged 2 to 11 years. The day nursery focuses on supporting children to learn clear rules and boundaries, with staff reinforcing 'listening ears' and 'kind hands' to foster respect and positive attitudes. Children are encouraged to understand the reasons behind these rules, aiding their sense of safety and self-regulation. The curriculum is designed to build on children's prior learning and interests, with staff planning engaging experiences. For instance, children explore physics concepts by rolling cars down guttering and discussing their speed, or use their imagination to design beach pictures. Mel's Totstop also excels in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they receive tailored assistance to develop key skills for future learning. Mealtimes and snack times are used as valuable learning opportunities to promote independence, social interaction, and physical development. Parents report receiving clear information about their children's progress and appreciate the staff's advice on behavioral issues and transitions. What it's like Children are supported to learn clear rules and boundaries, with staff reinforcing these golden rules like "listening ears" and "kind hands" to instil respect and positive attitudes towards learning. They are encouraged to understand the reasons for these rules, helping them to abide by them and learn to keep themselves safe. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive good support from staff to learn key skills and knowledge for future learning. Good Ofsted rating Strong SEND support Positive attitudes Child-led learning Secure routines ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mel's Totstop Day Nursery Last inspected 10 July 2023 · Melanie Arnold 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 are supported to learn clear rules and boundaries, with staff reinforcing these golden rules like "listening ears" and "kind hands" to instil respect and positive attitudes towards learning. They are encouraged to understand the reasons for these rules, helping them to abide by them and learn to keep themselves safe. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive good support from staff to learn key skills and knowledge for future learning. Inspector highlights - The manager effectively uses videoing of staff interactions to monitor practice, aiding staff reflection and improvement. - Staff plan interesting experiences that build on children's prior learning. - Snack and mealtimes are used as quality learning experiences to promote independence, social, and physical skills. - Secure routines help children understand what is coming next, with staff giving time warnings for transitions. - Children relate well to staff, and each child has a key person to plan future learning opportunities. - Staff extend children's learning through their interests, for example, by designing beach pictures or exploring car speeds down guttering. - Children are encouraged to use their imagination, such as when designing an aeroplane from milk crates. Areas to develop - 1 clarify how children will continue to be engaged in purposeful play when staff are completing routine tasks - 2 support all staff to help children to work through any problems they encounter in their play, so that they are encouraged to find and explore their own solutions. Inspection #10259970 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225853) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mel's Totstop Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10259970 Lead inspector Melanie Arnold Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225853)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY415454) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Rosecliffe, Rossall Close, SCUNTHORPE, DN16 3QT ## Explore day nurseries near SCUNTHORPE - [Day nurseries in SCUNTHORPE](/search?q=SCUNTHORPE) - [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=mel-s-totstop-day-nursery-dn16-3qt-ey415454) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > Parents confirm that they receive clear information about their children's ongoing care, learning and development. “ > They explain how staff have provided sound advice on behavioural issues and potty training. “ > Parents explain how their children have been supported when transitioning to new rooms, with staff helping them to adjust to new routines and challenges. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive good support from staff. This is because staff help children to learn key skills and knowledge to support their future learning. Outdoor space As children enjoy rolling cars down guttering outside, staff ask them to identify how fast or slow their cars are travelling. ## Google Reviews of Mel's Totstop Day Nursery 3.0 (2 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJmoa6qhqYDaK27YY-3KcfRHKHt_86eyvAtYlSlZrYVF3WjtA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Charlotte Swann a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMOFptVnRnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4878fb8d7307e237:0x81ff14134ba864e3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWK_L17trJV2alBDZ8a6OCvorFnWRvnkTC6AfuxBVHvd9hECvdE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Anita Pullen 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlckpmWF9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x4878fb8d7307e237:0x81ff14134ba864e3) Reviews from Google for Mel's Totstop Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9367227823060182243&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: August 2014 - July 2023 Good - September 2022 Requires improvement - August 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Mel's Totstop Day Nursery ### What do parents value about the nursery? ### What outdoor activities are offered at the nursery? ### Is Mel's Totstop Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does the nursery accept? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### How many places does Mel's Totstop Day Nursery have? ## About the setting Mel's Totstop Day Nursery registered in 2010 and is located in Bottesford, Scunthorpe. It employs 10 members of childcare staff, with seven holding level 3 or above early years qualifications. The nursery operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, providing funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY415454 Registered person Mel's Totstop Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Requires improvement ## Nearby day nurseries in SCUNTHORPE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mel's Totstop Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Bottesford Bunnies Scunthorpe · DN16 3SN ](/nursery/bottesford-bunnies-ltd-dn16-3sn-ey417969) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Yaddlethorpe Pre-School Scunthorpe · DN16 3SN ](/nursery/yaddlethorpe-pre-school-dn16-3sn-ey248676) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Peekaboo Day Nursery Scunthorpe · DN17 2QY ](/nursery/peekaboo-day-nursery-ltd-dn17-2qy-ey332264) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### I Learn Education Scunthorpe Scunthorpe · DN16 3FX 3.7(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/i-learn-education-scunthorpe-dn16-3fx-ey492980) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Lincoln Gardens Pre-School Scunthorpe · DN16 2DY 3.8(26 Google reviews) ](/nursery/lincoln-gardens-pre-school-ltd-dn16-2dy-ey483300) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.3 mi ### Little Owls Scunthorpe Scunthorpe · DN17 2JL ](/nursery/little-owls-scunthorpe-ltd-dn17-2jl-2747050) [See all nurseries in SCUNTHORPE →](/search?q=SCUNTHORPE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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