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Nanpantan Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2025)
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5.0(15 parent reviews) ·The Old School House, Nanpantan Road, Loughborough, LE11 3YD · Leicestershire
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Leicestershire

About this day nursery

Nanpantan Nursery School, located in Loughborough, LE11 3YD, is dedicated to fostering a fun, caring, and stimulating environment for young children. The educational team consists of experienced and qualified educators, all trained in early years education and first aid, who are passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

The nursery operates with a clear organisational structure, ensuring both parents and staff have clear communication channels. A minimum of two sessions per week is required for booking.

The nursery offers various session lengths, including morning, afternoon, and full-day options, catering to different family needs. Children attending full-day or afternoon sessions are required to bring their own packed lunch.

Nanpantan Nursery School also actively encourages parental involvement, with a committee composed of parents who play a vital role in supporting and running the setting, always welcoming new members.

What it's like

The nursery has acted swiftly, with the support of other professionals, to make improvements in the setting. Staff have completed training that helps them focus effectively on building children's good communication and language skills. Leaders have worked with staff to plan a curriculum that helps children develop the basic skills they need for future learning.

Experienced and qualified staffFlexible session optionsParental involvement

Pricing & funding

This nursery charges a flat hourly rate for sessions, which are billed on a termly basis. A minimum weekly booking is required to secure a place, and a one-off registration fee is payable upon booking. The setting accepts various government funding options, tax-free childcare, and childcare vouchers.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Registration fee required to secure sessions, payable via cash, cheque or bank transfer.
  • Minimum booking of 2 sessions per week.
  • Invoices are issued termly.
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare, childcare vouchers, 2-year funding, and 15 and 30-hour government funding.

Key facts

Opening hours

Morning Session - 9.00am - 12.15pm; Full day - 9.00am - 3.30pm; Afternoon session - 12.30pm-3.30pm

Session types

Morning Session, Full Day, Afternoon Session

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Nanpantan Nursery School

Last inspected 29 September 2025 · Cathryn Clarricoates

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

The nursery has acted swiftly, with the support of other professionals, to make improvements in the setting. Staff have completed training that helps them focus effectively on building children's good communication and language skills. Leaders have worked with staff to plan a curriculum that helps children develop the basic skills they need for future learning.

Inspector highlights

  • All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make at least the expected progress from their starting points.
  • Staff are positive role models, who are always kind and respectful. Children demonstrate good manners and are helpful to those around them.
  • Staff prioritise the development of children's communication and language skills and provide additional one-to-one support when needed.
  • Parent partnerships are strong, and parents feel well informed about children's experiences and achievements.
  • Children develop stamina and strength, running around outdoors and dancing inside to music, and are provided with a wealth of opportunities to exercise and develop their gross motor skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1refine monitoring strategies to strengthen teaching skills even further
  • 2support staff to plan more precisely for adult-led groups to engage all children from the start and ensure their learning is promoted consistently well
  • 3consider ways to enhance children's understanding of healthy choices
Inspection #10392977 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Staff provide 'loving care' in a family setting.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make at least the expected progress from their starting points. Staff identify gaps in children's learning and provide additional one-to-one support, for example, in pronouncing words and sounds correctly.

Outdoor space

Children develop stamina and strength, running around outdoors. Staff know when children will benefit from listening to one of their favourite stories, such as when they are showing signs of needing a rest after vigorous outdoor play.

Parent Reviews of Nanpantan Nursery School

5.0
(15)
sarah Saxelby
a year ago

I can't recommend this nursery enough. It has such a calm, happy feeling to it. The children are always happy and engaged in activities. My daughter absolutely loves going and always has lots to tell me when I pick her up. Learning journeys are up dated regularly and I love to see the golden moments. I have never once doubted leaving my child with the lovely ladies.

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Rosie Potter
a year ago

Amazing setting. My son absolutely loves coming here. He gets so excited when I tell him he’s going in today. The staff are loving towards the children and informative to parents. They really take in interest in each child to know their likes, dislikes and development. My son always comes home really happy and loves telling me all about his day. Wonderful nursery. ⭐️

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Vickie Garraway
a year ago

My Son absolutely loves his 'new nursery!' A name he calls it despite being there longer than his previous one. He settled in amazingly well from day 1, something I hadn't expected. The care and support of all the staff were to thank and it continues day in day out. I've worked in Early Years for over 20yrs and having had 2 other children access other early years settings in Loughborough, I am so happy with what Nanpantan Nursery offer the children and their families. The environment is calm and nuturing and the children are happy and engaged. I definitely picked the best setting for my boy. Thank you all :-)

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Kevin Clarke
a year ago

Our daughter has been going here for a couple of years and leaves for primary school soon. She loves going. She goes in happy every morning and comes out happy everyday. She’s developed so much with their help. Fully recommend. All the staff are fantastic. She will miss going here. 10/10

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Vikki Meadows
6 years ago

Absolutely fantastic setting. My daughter joined in January and she is absolutely loving it. Led by a wonderful team who take the time to get to know the kids. It's the first time I have left my daughter with someone I don't know but they have totally put my mind at rest from the 1st session. Big thanks to Michelle, Kelly and the rest of the team.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2025

Date: November 2011

  • September 2025Good
  • January 2025Requires improvement
  • April 2019Good
  • June 2016Good
  • December 2015Good
  • November 2011Outstanding

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