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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Muddy Ducks Nursery # Muddy Ducks Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · Dinton Pastures, Davis Street, Reading, RG10 0TH · Wokingham Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority Wokingham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Muddy Ducks Nursery, situated in Dinton Pastures Country Park, is dedicated to cultivating a love for nature and the environment in children. The nursery embraces an ethos centred on outdoor play, recognising its vital role in fostering healthy growth and development. They adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, emphasising active free play, which allows children to experience weather, seasons, and wildlife firsthand. This approach helps children learn to assess risks, solve problems, and develop their creativity. The nursery nurtures a mixed-age group environment, believing it provides optimal learning opportunities where children can both care for others and learn from their peers. Muddy Ducks Nursery aims to provide a natural and engaging setting for early childhood education. Our ethos We are passionate about the outdoors with the ethos of the nursery based firmly on nature and the environment around us! What it's like Children are happy to attend the nursery and feel safe and secure. Staff have high expectations and offer an ambitious curriculum, leading to children making good progress from their starting points. Outdoor-focused EYFS curriculum Mixed-age groups Nature-based learning ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://muddyducksnursery.com/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Muddy Ducks Nursery Last inspected 18 March 2022 · Kelly Lane 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 happy to attend the nursery and feel safe and secure. Staff have high expectations and offer an ambitious curriculum, leading to children making good progress from their starting points. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and feel safe at the nursery. - Children have a positive attitude to their learning and take part in activities with enthusiasm. - Children have ample opportunities to develop their imaginations and engage in physical activity. - Children are encouraged to be independent in daily tasks, boosting their confidence. - Managers provide staff with training opportunities and support their well-being, creating a valued team environment. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the good partnerships with parents further so that all parents consistently receive information about how they can support their child's individual learning at home - 2 support staff to be more vigilant in recognising when children would benefit from adult interaction to encourage their early communication even further. Inspection #10191488 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181980) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Muddy Ducks Nursery Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10191488 Lead inspector Kelly Lane Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181980)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2498269) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=muddy-ducks-nursery-rg10-0th-2498269) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They say that they would highly recommend the nursery to others. > Parents comment that they are happy with the progress their children make at the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children have a wealth of opportunities to practise their physical skills. They expertly navigate their way to the top of the small tree and climbing frames, boldly assessing risks and testing out their physical abilities. Children also count the number of scoops that it takes to fill their trucks with stone in the garden. Inspection history Date: March 2022 - April 2022 Good - March 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Muddy Ducks Nursery ### What is the outdoor learning space like at Muddy Ducks Nursery? ### How does Muddy Ducks Nursery support children with SEND? ### Is Muddy Ducks Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ### What is the age range at Muddy Ducks Nursery? ### How did Muddy Ducks Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ## Nearby day nurseries in Reading Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Muddy Ducks Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### The Willows, Toad Hall Nursery Wokingham · RG41 5RB 4.5(10 reviews) ](/nursery/the-willows-toad-hall-nursery-rg41-5rb-ey471521) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Acorns Day Nursery Wokingham · RG41 5EX 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/acorns-day-nursery-ltd-rg41-5ex) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Happitots Day Nursery Wokingham · RG41 5EQ ](/nursery/happitots-day-nursery-rg41-5eq-ey315851) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Reading Woodley Reading · RG5 4UL 4.9(12 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-reading-woodley-rg5-4ul-ey289901) - [ Provider closed 1.6 mi ### LITTLE BLOOM NURSERY AND PRE-SCHOOL Reading · RG5 4JE 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-bloom-nursery-and-pre-school-rg5-4je-2860708) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Ambleside Centre Reading · RG5 4JJ 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/ambleside-centre-rg5-4jj-ey284428) [See all nurseries in Reading →](/search?q=Reading) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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