Opening hours
Mon-Fri: 07:00 – 18:30
Muddy Puddles Nursery and After School Club Ditton
Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
Kent
About this day nursery
The setting received a "Good" rating from Ofsted on 17th November 2021. Children at Muddy Puddles are happy and safe, forming strong attachments with staff and enjoying adult involvement in their play and exploration.
The curriculum balances child-initiated play with adult-led activities, supporting enthusiasm for learning and development across all areas. Children learn the importance of healthy lifestyles, participate in weekly "Cycle tots" classes to enhance balance, and develop good hygiene routines.
The nursery is well-resourced, with a significantly enhanced outdoor area allowing children to move freely between indoor and outdoor play according to their interests. The dedicated team quickly identifies children who may need additional support, putting plans in place and working closely with parents and other professionals to ensure every child achieves their full potential.
Staff also effectively support communication and language skills, using signing and encouraging critical thinking.
Our ethos
Muddy Puddle Nursery Ltd focuses on "fostering independence and a love for learning through play," with a curriculum designed to "encourage curiosity and exploration." Their approach is play-based, with staff providing "tailored educational and play-based activities" to help children reach their individual potential.
What it's like
Children are happy and safe in this warm and welcoming environment. They have good attachments to staff and enjoy the adult involvement in their play and exploration. Children have a good understanding of nursery routines and are beginning to undertake some tasks independently, learning the importance of healthy lifestyles.
Warm and welcoming environmentEffective hygiene routinesPhysical exercise encouragedWell-resourced learningStrong SEND supportGood behaviour
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Age range
3 months to 5 years
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Muddy Puddles Nursery and After School Club Ditton
Last inspected 17 November 2021 · Kimberley Luckham
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 and safe in this warm and welcoming environment. They have good attachments to staff and enjoy the adult involvement in their play and exploration. Children have a good understanding of nursery routines and are beginning to undertake some tasks independently, learning the importance of healthy lifestyles.
Inspector highlights
- Children are happy and safe in a warm and welcoming environment.
- Effective hygiene routines are followed, and physical exercise is encouraged, with weekly 'Cycle tots' classes enhancing balance and coordination.
- The nursery is well resourced to support learning opportunities across all areas, using an effective balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities.
- Children who might need additional support are identified quickly, and plans are put in place to help them achieve.
- Regular self-evaluation and effective team working contribute to a well-organised provision with good opportunities for staff professional development.
Areas to develop
- 1increase the focus of support and professional development for staff to help raise the quality of teaching even higher
- 2develop strategies to further support children who speak English as an additional language, to help them to settle quickly and to further enhance their communication and language skills.
Inspection #10207730 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents are highly complimentary about the nursery and staff. They say they feel well informed about their child's progress and what they need to learn next. Parents value the daily feedback provided by staff when they collect their children. They appreciate the information staff share with them to help support children's learning at home.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children who might need additional support are identified quickly and plans are put in place to help them to achieve. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that children receive the extra support they need.
Outdoor space
The outside area has been significantly enhanced. Children can now freely move between the indoor and outdoor area according to their own interests.
Inspection history
Date: November 2021
- December 2021Good
- November 2021Good
Frequently asked about Muddy Puddles Nursery and After School Club Ditton
About the setting
Muddy Puddles Nursery and After School Club Ditton registered in 2018. The nursery operates between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Friday, during term time. It offers before- and after-school provision, from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm. The nursery employs eight members of staff, of whom five hold early years qualifications at level 3. The nursery provides funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- 2503861
- Registered person
- Muddy Puddles Early Years Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Not applicable
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