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Oak Tree Day Nursery in Hull

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2022)
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3.8(4 parent reviews)
·Willerby Hill Business Park, Hull, HU10 6NS · East Riding of Yorkshire
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2022
Local authority
East Riding of Yorkshire

About this day nursery

Oak Tree Day Nursery, established in 2003, is a purpose-built childcare facility located within the Total Fitness complex in Willerby, near Hull. It offers childcare for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years, operating Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, closing only for Bank Holidays and one week at Christmas.

The nursery prides itself on its ideal setting, offering proximity to local amenities while also being surrounded by countryside and woodlands, providing opportunities for outdoor exploration and activities. Meals are prepared onsite by an experienced cook, following Early Years Foundation Stage nutrition guidance, with particular attention to allergies and dietary requirements.

The nursery emphasizes health, safety, and security with a facial recognition system for check-in and staff trained in safeguarding and first aid. They offer both full-time and part-time daycare, as well as creche sessions, and provide flexible funding options including stretched hours.

Oak Tree Day Nursery is a family-run business with a dedicated team, led by a director with paediatric nursing experience and a manager with over 15 years in childcare.

Our ethos

At Oaktree day nursery, we believe that every child deserves an environment which is safe, inspiring and where they can thrive. Our ethos is built around curiosity, individuality, respect and ensuring each child develops at their own pace. We foster a strong sense of community encouraging children to build independance, confidence and positive relationships with their peers and adults around them. We value the importance of creativity and hands on experiences where every child can thrive, whilst ensuring individuality and encouraging independance. Parental partnership is at the heart of everything we do.

What it's like

Children are happy and safe in this exciting and stimulating nursery where they enjoy a home-from-home experience. They develop secure attachments with kind and nurturing staff and show great confidence as they chat about their experiences. Staff have high expectations for all children's learning, acting as good role models and offering praise and encouragement.

Purpose-built facilityOutdoor activitiesOn-site chefFlexible funding optionsFamily-run business

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Food

All meals prepared on-site, experienced cook, allergy and religious dietary requirements adhered to. Sample menu includes: Breakfast (cereal), Snack (toast), Lunch (home cooked with fresh meat/veg), Snack (veg sticks, crackers, fruit, milk), Afternoon Tea (hot/cold snacks, fruit, yoghurt). Water/milk provided.

Session types

Full-time day care, Part-time day care, Creche sessions

Waitlist

Please book your place with Oaktree Day Nursery as early as possible to guarantee your child’s place.

Opening hours

07:00-18:00 Monday - Friday

Age range

8 weeks to 5 years old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Staff

17

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Oak Tree Day Nursery

Last inspected 13 October 2022 · Clare Cotton

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 and safe in this exciting and stimulating nursery where they enjoy a home-from-home experience. They develop secure attachments with kind and nurturing staff and show great confidence as they chat about their experiences. Staff have high expectations for all children's learning, acting as good role models and offering praise and encouragement.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff have developed a clear curriculum that builds on children's knowledge and skills.
  • Children's communication, language, and literacy development are a priority.
  • Children are supported well to express how they are feeling and talk about their emotions.
  • Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and spend time in the nursery garden every day.
  • Mealtimes are a sociable occasion where children and staff chat about their experiences and interests.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen teaching to support children who speak English as an additional language further
  • 2extend partnership working with parents by sharing ideas regarding what they can do to enhance their children's learning at home.
Inspection #10229482 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff quickly identify children who may need additional support in their learning. They work closely with the nursery's special educational needs coordinator, parents and other professionals to get children the help that they need.

Outdoor space

Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and spend time in the nursery garden every day. They develop their physical skills through the experiences on offer and learn how to manage their own risks. Children also have use of a sports hall and engage in weekly gymnastics sessions. They go for regular walks in the local woods, where they learn about nature and the natural world.

Inspection history

  • October 2022Good
  • February 2017Good
  • November 2012Good

Frequently asked about Oak Tree Day Nursery

About the setting

Oak Tree Day Nursery registered in 2003 and is located in Hull. It employs 13 members of staff, with varying qualifications including early years teacher status. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7am until 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY260507
Registered person
Hawkins, Lynn Marie
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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