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Muddy Boots Pinhoe # Muddy Boots Pinhoe Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · The Bungalow, Pinbrook Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX4 8JU · Devon Number of places 60 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Devon 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 Muddy Boots Pinhoe is part of a group of three nurseries across Exeter and Tiverton, Devon, dedicated to providing exceptional early years education and adventure for children up to five years old. The nursery focuses on creating a positive, secure, and stimulating atmosphere where children can grow holistically, encompassing not only their academic development but also their emotional, social, and physical well-being. The experienced team collaborates closely with parents to cater to each child's unique interests and needs. Their child-centric approach encourages self-selection of resources and fosters creativity, allowing children to explore and learn through imaginative play with various objects. Muddy Boots Pinhoe prides itself on being integrated with iStep Learning. Our ethos The nursery's child-centric approach encourages self-selection of resources and fosters creativity, allowing children to explore and learn through imaginative play. They focus on creating a positive, secure, and stimulating atmosphere for children to grow holistically, encompassing academic, emotional, social, and physical well-being. The team collaborates closely with parents to cater to each child's unique interests and needs. What it's like Staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and deliver an ambitious curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of the children. They support children's development and prepare them well for future learning in a carefully designed, homely environment. Children are encouraged to be independent, confident, and resilient, building positive relationships through a wide range of social opportunities. Child-focused approach Holistic development Experienced staff Creative play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year around. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Muddy Boots Pinhoe Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10415949 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286758)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2592126) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=muddy-boots-pinhoe-ex4-8ju-2592126) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Muddy Boots Pinhoe Last inspected 6 August 2025 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 Staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and deliver an ambitious curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of the children. They support children's development and prepare them well for future learning in a carefully designed, homely environment. Children are encouraged to be independent, confident, and resilient, building positive relationships through a wide range of social opportunities. Inspector highlights - Children enjoy a broad range of activities that promote strong physical development. - Staff have a deep understanding of each child and plan learning that builds on what children already know and can do. - Children behave well, and staff apply consistent strategies to support positive behaviour. - Leaders demonstrate a strong commitment to staff development. - A strong sense of community is evident, and children participate in enriching experiences. Areas to develop - 1 develop the consistency of staff interaction during adult-led activities to build on children's vocabulary even further. Inspection #10415949 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286758) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Assessment is used effectively to identify any developmental concerns, and prompt action is taken to close gaps, including working closely with external agencies when needed. Outdoor space Children engage enthusiastically with play dough, using tools to cut and shape it, which supports their hand-eye coordination. They also discuss different vegetables as they prepare them for use in the outdoor play kitchen. Babies confidently crawl and pull themselves to standing, while two-year-olds carefully climb low-level equipment, smiling and squealing with pride. Children negotiate whose turn it is to climb the outdoor climbing frame, demonstrating cooperative play. ## Parent Reviews of Muddy Boots Pinhoe 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXbK6P72U-PgwL6LGVX6YIHKFVUVM6CpUfuV7f2QPqxK418TCfp9A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Luke Bishop 8 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wSk5Yb3hUV296VTFSRFNXRjZhWGxFU1Y5SmQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x486da3c8b6dabf47:0x55b9b6e52b0b2f06) Reviews from Google for Muddy Boots Pinhoe. 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