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Oakland Hall Day Nursery # Oakland Hall Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Oakland Hall, Hadleigh Road, Sproughton, IP8 3AS · Suffolk Number of places 62 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Oakland Hall Day Nursery provides exceptional care and education for children in Sproughton, Ipswich. Part of The Oakland Group, the nursery focuses on creating tranquil and welcoming spaces that foster children's interests and support their development. The nursery values each child's unique individuality, aiming to provide the highest level of care through its provision and curriculum. With a dedicated staff team, Oakland Hall strives to be an extension of each family, creating a true "home from home" environment. The nursery caters to various age groups, from "Baby Buds" (0-18 months) to "Mighty Oaks" (3-5 years), ensuring a happy transition between rooms as children grow. They also offer a Forest School programme, integrating outdoor learning and exploration into their curriculum. The team includes specialised roles such as Forest School Leaders and Practitioners, a Nursery Chef, and a committed management team. Parents consistently commend Oakland Hall for its supportive staff and nurturing environment, highlighting the nursery's commitment to helping children thrive and reach their full potential. The nursery actively engages with parents, valuing their perspective on the care provided. Our ethos At the Oaklands Group, we create tranquil and welcoming spaces that capture your children’s interests and support their development. We value each child’s unique interests and strive to ensure that, through our provision and curriculum, they receive the highest level of care possible. Our dedicated staff team will continue to be an extension of your families, creating a true home from home environment. What it's like Children enjoy their time at this extremely welcoming and caring nursery. They quickly become engrossed in their play and learning. Children form strong emotional bonds with their key person and staff. Staff are attentive and swiftly tend to children's individual needs, helping them to feel safe and secure. For example, babies and toddlers snuggle up to their key persons and enjoy looking at picture books, displaying positive attitudes towards their learning. Home from home environment Forest School programme Dedicated and experienced team Individualised curriculum Child-led 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://woodland-house.co.uk/contact-us/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Oakland Hall Day Nursery Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10236144 Lead inspector Diane Middleton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200318)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY461296) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://oaklandhall.co.uk/) Oakland Hall, Hadleigh Road, Sproughton, IP8 3AS Opening hours Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/1.10143/52.05091/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Sproughton - [Day nurseries in Sproughton](/search?q=Sproughton) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=oakland-hall-day-nursery-ip8-3as-ey461296) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Oakland Hall Day Nursery Last inspected 21 October 2022 · Diane Middleton 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 enjoy their time at this extremely welcoming and caring nursery. They quickly become engrossed in their play and learning. Children form strong emotional bonds with their key person and staff. Staff are attentive and swiftly tend to children's individual needs, helping them to feel safe and secure. For example, babies and toddlers snuggle up to their key persons and enjoy looking at picture books, displaying positive attitudes towards their learning. Inspector highlights - The management team leads the nursery with a strong sense of direction and dedication and are continually improving the provision. - Staff provide activities to develop children's physical skills, helping them to develop their fine and gross motor skills and build self-esteem. - The manager and staff provide children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) with a supportive learning environment. - Staff place great focus on children's communication and language development, introducing new vocabulary and modelling blending letter sounds. - Staff make good use of opportunities to develop and embed children's understanding of early mathematics, as well as providing access to a wide range of books and stories. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to stay focused during activities to avoid interruptions to children's learning - 2 review the organisation of mealtimes for babies to raise the quality of their social interactions with adults and each other. Inspection #10236144 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200318) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of staff and the care they offer. > They comment on the high-quality communication they receive about their children's development. > the nursery is amazing and feel staff are trustworthy. > Parents value the close relationships children form with staff, and how this supports their well-being. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and staff provide children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) with a learning environment that is supportive of their needs. The manager works closely with outside agencies and parents to ensure that children receive the best support. Outdoor space Children ride bicycles and scooters around the garden, demonstrating good coordination when they catch and throw balls. ## Parent Reviews of Oakland Hall Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocImekH12baM1nMeoBY72c75Sk1cdXYZ0UzOYkjLA9aWQh831w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ross Bardwell 2 years ago Wonderful nursery for our little boy, couldn’t be happier with the team and facilities! He loves it, definitely recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN0NmRUd2Z3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d9a0e4d407666f:0x15d442908889990d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKDjnkLbUy0vymDBbxijiFzNDLvSnbbwdZDxvzt3oOhP6b3Kw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Alpesh Patel in the last week [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twaWNXd3ljR3RUYzBwUVZFdEdhM2wyV1dsUFptYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d9a0e4d407666f:0x15d442908889990d) Reviews from Google for Oakland Hall Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1572955358392588557&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2013 - October 2022 Good - January 2017 Good - September 2016 Inadequate - October 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Oakland Hall Day Nursery ### What do parents appreciate about Oakland Hall Day Nursery? ### How did Oakland Hall Day Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Which curriculum approach is used at Oakland Hall Day Nursery? ### How does settling in work at Oakland Hall Day Nursery? ### What are the opening hours at Oakland Hall Day Nursery? ### Is Oakland Hall Day Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ## About the setting Oakland Hall Day Nursery registered in 2013 and is situated in Sproughton, Ipswich. The nursery employs 21 childcare staff, of whom 20 hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2, 3 or 6. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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