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Muddy Boots 'Snowdrop Cottage'

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Feb 2023)
·Memorial Hall, Bexhill Road, Ninfield, TN33 9EE · East Sussex
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
East Sussex

About this day nursery

Muddy Boots 'Snowdrop Cottage' opened in May 2020 at Memorial Hall in Ninfield, East Sussex. 30pm for 46 weeks of the year, this childcare setting caters to children aged 2 to 5 years.

The nursery was rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted on its latest inspection on 10 February 2023. Children and their families are central to this unique setting, where staff foster learning and provide high-quality activities that spark curiosity and imagination.

Children delight in creating models outdoors and are deeply engaged in their play. The environment is rich in language, tailored to individual needs and interests, ensuring children are happy and nurtured.

The manager and staff have significantly improved the outdoor environment since the last inspection, making it safe and secure with new resources such as matting. Children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) are incredibly well supported, with staff undertaking extensive training to offer effective support, helping children who do not talk when they start to become confident speakers.

The nursery also promotes community engagement, with children planting trees in the local community and learning about growing vegetables in their allotment. Parents describe the setting as 'magical' and 'incredible', appreciating the personalised support, such as home visits to help children settle in.

What it's like

Children and their families are at the heart of this unique and exceptional setting. Staff passionately encourage learning and provide a wide range of high-quality activities that spark curiosity and imagination. Children are extremely happy, nurtured and thrive in a language rich environment tailored to their individual needs.

Outstanding Ofsted rating2-5 years age rangeRich language environmentExceptional SEND supportEnhanced outdoor learningCommunity engagement

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 5.30pm, for 46 weeks of the year

Established

May 2020

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Muddy Boots 'Snowdrop Cottage'

Last inspected 10 February 2023 · Victoria Salisbury

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children and their families are at the heart of this unique and exceptional setting. Staff passionately encourage learning and provide a wide range of high-quality activities that spark curiosity and imagination. Children are extremely happy, nurtured and thrive in a language rich environment tailored to their individual needs.

Inspector highlights

  • Children delight in creating models with 'sticks and peas' outside, remaining intently focused and deeply engaged.
  • Children thrive in a language rich environment, tailored to their individual needs, talents, and interests.
  • Since the last inspection, the manager and staff have made significant improvements to the outdoor environment.
  • The manager is inspirational in her approach to young children's learning, supporting staff development and seeking external partnerships.
  • Staff continually reflect on the needs of their children and provide an environment which meets their needs exceptionally well.
Inspection #10258465 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children understand about their friends' needs and are inclusive and positive about these; for example, they talk about friends who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and how they make sure they support them. Children with SEND are incredibly well supported, and staff have undertaken a range of training to help them offer highly effective support, resulting in children who do not talk when they start at the setting becoming confident and fluent speakers.

Outdoor space

Children delight in creating models with 'sticks and peas' outside, remaining intently focused and deeply engaged. Since the last inspection, the manager and staff have made significant improvements to the outdoor environment, ensuring it is safe and secure with new resources such as matting. Children help each other to get their wellies on when going outside, balancing carefully.

Inspection history

Date: September 2022

  • March 2023Outstanding
  • February 2023Outstanding
  • November 2022Inadequate
  • September 2022Inadequate

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