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Oakwood Acorns # Oakwood Acorns Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Met (Jul 2022) · 3.0 (2 parent reviews) · 10 Well House Ave, Leeds, LS8 4BY · Leeds Number of places 10 places Age range Not Listed Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Leeds 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 Oakwood Acorns, established in 2009, operates all year round in Leeds, with opening hours from Monday to Friday. The nursery caters to children from birth, focusing on providing a well-rounded and ambitious curriculum within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The Ofsted report, dated 11th July 2022, highlights that while there were no children present at the time of inspection, the provider demonstrated a clear understanding of safeguarding principles and effective risk assessment, leading to a "Met" rating for meeting registration requirements. The nursery is committed to staff development, planning child protection training and regular supervision to support continuous professional growth. The provider also showed a strong grasp of the Early Years Foundation Stage, outlining plans for an ambitious curriculum tailored to individual learning needs and interests. The nursery aims to teach children about emotions and positive behaviour management, observing and assessing their progress to identify any developmental gaps and plan next steps, sharing this information with parents. Strong relationships with local schools are fostered to ensure children are well-prepared for their future learning. Seven members of childcare staff, all holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above, ensure a high standard of care and education. Our ethos Oakwood Acorns aims to provide a well-rounded and ambitious curriculum within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. They are committed to teaching children about emotions and positive behaviour management, observing and assessing progress to identify developmental gaps and plan next steps, and fostering strong relationships with local schools to ensure children are well-prepared for future learning. They also prioritise staff development, training, and supervision. What it's like There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Strong safeguarding knowledge Effective risk assessments Ambitious curriculum plans Staff supervision and training Individual learning needs ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Oakwood Acorns Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10134057 Lead inspector Jennifer Dove [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191366)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/15/EY389944) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=oakwood-acorns-ls8-4by) ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Oakwood Acorns Last inspected 11 July 2022 · Jennifer Dove Overall effectiveness Met What it's like to attend There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspector highlights - The provider has a clear knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard children and protect them from risk of harm. - The provider understands how to carry out effective risk assessments. - The provider has procedures in place to review and evaluate the setting, to find ways to improve outcomes for children and their families. - The provider has arrangements in place for the supervision of staff. - The provider has a clear knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage. Inspection #10134057 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191366) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The provider plans to provide all staff with child protection training to help keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date. The provider explains how the educational programmes will take account of children's individual learning needs and interests. ## Parent Reviews of Oakwood Acorns 3.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLef4LDOAOfYbVvs-0bPL4OC6smQDEBhCSys6N1Et2QhDJz1Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Karen Ridealgh 9 years ago A fabulous set up that is small enough to feel like a family group which for an only child we really valued. My son absolutely thrived there and I can't thank the staff enough. He left 4 years ago to go to school but oakwood acorns still crop up in conversation. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRaG9DakV3EAE!2m1!1s0x48795b857d655a9b:0x51b60f24597addee) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKKp9tzORnuTMai5GgBR4p6GDxjSYJYpm08MCx68M4YwJDJsg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Micheal Johnson 6 years ago Rating for number 6! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNNNDQtVVNREAE!2m1!1s0x48795b857d655a9b:0x51b60f24597addee) Reviews from Google for Oakwood Acorns. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5887910211627965934&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2009 - July 2022 Met - June 2016 Met - November 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Oakwood Acorns ### What is Oakwood Acorns' Ofsted rating? ### Does Oakwood Acorns offer funded hours? ### What ages does Oakwood Acorns cater for? ### When did Oakwood Acorns open? ### How does Oakwood Acorns prepare children for school? ### Does Oakwood Acorns support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ## About the setting Oakwood Acorns registered in 2009 and is situated in Leeds. The provision employs seven members of childcare staff, all holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The provision opens Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays, and offers funded early education to two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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