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Meynell Kindergarten # Meynell Kindergarten Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · 16b Morton Road, Laughton, Gainsborough, DN21 3PS · Lincolnshire Number of places 48 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Meynell Kindergarten, located in Gainsborough, is a well-established childcare setting that has been registered since 2006. The kindergarten offers a warm and family-like atmosphere where children happily settle and eagerly explore their learning environment. With an overall "Good" rating from their latest Ofsted inspection on June 30, 2023, the setting demonstrates strong provisions across all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The dedicated team of 14 childcare practitioners, many of whom hold advanced early years qualifications, cultivate strong relationships with children and utilise valuable information from parents during the settling-in process to build an ambitious curriculum. They effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities by collaborating with external agencies and using funding to enhance the outdoor learning environment. The kindergarten also prioritises language development in younger children through songs, rhymes, and visual aids, fostering a positive and inclusive learning experience for all children from 0 to 4 years old. What it's like The kindergarten has a family feel where children arrive happily and settle quickly. The friendly staff team build strong relationships with children and thoughtfully plan an ambitious curriculum based on individual needs and interests. Children are physically active and develop perseverance, with a particular love for books and engaging in story time. Family feel Ambitious curriculum Strong parent partnerships Effective SEND support Outdoor learning focus ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year Mixed Established 2006 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Meynell Kindergarten Last inspected 30 June 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend The kindergarten has a family feel where children arrive happily and settle quickly. The friendly staff team build strong relationships with children and thoughtfully plan an ambitious curriculum based on individual needs and interests. Children are physically active and develop perseverance, with a particular love for books and engaging in story time. Inspector highlights - The kindergarten has a family feel. Children arrive happily and settle into kindergarten quickly. - The manager and staff plan an ambitious curriculum for children based on their next steps in learning, alongside the children's specific interests. - Children are physically active. They develop strength and show high levels of perseverance as they climb and balance. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. - Leaders have used funding effectively to develop the outdoor environment. - Staff use songs and rhymes to help to develop younger children's language and communication skills. - Children behave well. Staff role model positive behaviours and provide clear instructions to children. - Managers and staff have good relationships with parents. Parents feel very supported by the setting. Areas to develop - 1 Develop the routine to ensure that babies access the outdoor provision daily. Inspection #10289190 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225699) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Meynell Kindergarten Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10289190 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225699)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY340290) 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 16b Morton Road, Laughton, Gainsborough, DN21 3PS [© 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#/-0.72676/53.467/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Gainsborough - [Day nurseries in Gainsborough](/search?q=Gainsborough) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=meynell-kindergarten-dn21-3ps-ey340290) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff have made effective links with external agencies for advice and guidance. Referrals are put in place quickly and effectively. This helps all children to make the progress that they are capable of. Outdoor space Leaders have used funding effectively to develop the outdoor environment to support children who do not have access to outdoor spaces at home. This develops children Inspection history Date: March 2010 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - August 2017 Inadequate - May 2017 Inadequate - February 2015 Good - March 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Meynell Kindergarten ### How does Meynell Kindergarten support children with SEND? ### What is Meynell Kindergarten working on improving? ### Is Meynell Kindergarten suitable for under-twos? ### Which funded hours does Meynell Kindergarten accept? ### Is Meynell Kindergarten a day nursery or preschool? ### What stands out about Meynell Kindergarten? ### Which area does Meynell Kindergarten serve? ## Nearby day nurseries in Gainsborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Meynell Kindergarten. - [ Ofsted: Good 4.9 mi ### Haxey Pre-School Doncaster · DN9 2HH ](/nursery/haxey-pre-school-dn9-2hh-ey556557) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.1 mi ### Coneygarth Farm Day Nursery Doncaster · DN9 2JH ](/nursery/coneygarth-farm-day-nursery-dn9-2jh-ey343119) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.2 mi ### Riverside Day Nursery Gainsborough · DN21 2DY 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/riverside-day-nursery-dn21-2dy-ey395028) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.3 mi ### Gapa Nursery Gainsborough · DN21 1NL ](/nursery/gapa-nursery-dn21-1nl-2844136) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.4 mi ### Happy Days Day Nursery Gainsborough · DN21 4BY ](/nursery/happy-days-day-nursery-dn21-4by-ey420475) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.5 mi ### YMCA Beginnings Day Care Gainsborough · DN21 1NY ](/nursery/ymca-beginnings-day-care-dn21-1ny-ey395902) [See all nurseries in Gainsborough →](/search?q=Gainsborough) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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