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Once upon a time Nursery School # Once upon a time Nursery School in Norwich (NR7) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 170 Wroxham Road, Sprowston, Norwich, NR7 8DE · Norfolk Number of places 34 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Once Upon A Time Nursery School, located in Norwich, NR7 8DE, is a welcoming "Childcare on non-domestic premises" setting that has been registered with Ofsted since 2007 and caters to children aged 1–4 years. The nursery boasts an "Outstanding" overall rating from its latest inspection on January 28, 2026. Operative year-round, it runs Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00, offering a stable and consistent environment for children's growth. The nursery follows the EYFS curriculum, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience focused on all aspects of child development. They are particularly strong in their SEND provision, with highly trained staff who use additional funding to adapt routines and activities, create comprehensive play plans, and offer tailored support, including nurture groups and teaching Makaton sign language. The outdoor learning environment is regularly utilised, offering children opportunities to develop physical and manipulative skills through various engaging activities. This commitment to holistic development is further evidenced by children making rapid progress in communication, developing strong independence skills, and being well-prepared for their next stage of learning. What it's like Children are kept safe and feel secure. Staff supervise children closely and teach children how to keep themselves safe. Settling-in processes are highly effective, and staff adapt to meet individual needs, enabling children to settle quickly and form strong, trusting relationships. Children develop strong independence skills and are taught strategies to put on their own coats. Staff teach children well, using every opportunity to extend children's understanding of the world developmentally appropriate ways. Excellent listening skills Rapid communication progress Strong independence Positive behaviour Bespoke curriculum Highly engaged activities ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:00 - 18:00 Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Jan 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard — Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 1 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Once upon a time Nursery School Last inspected 28 January 2026 What it's like to attend Children are kept safe and feel secure. Staff supervise children closely and teach children how to keep themselves safe. Settling-in processes are highly effective, and staff adapt to meet individual needs, enabling children to settle quickly and form strong, trusting relationships. Children develop strong independence skills and are taught strategies to put on their own coats. Staff teach children well, using every opportunity to extend children's understanding of the world developmentally appropriate ways. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate excellent listening and attention skills and are highly engaged in activities. - Children make rapid progress with their communication development and learn and use new vocabulary. - Children are fully prepared for the next stage in their learning, developing independence, confidence, and social skills. - Leaders and staff promote positive behaviour, and babies form strong attachments with their key person. - Staff know their key children extremely well and share information with parents to ensure individual care needs are met. - Leaders have designed a bespoke curriculum based on a secure understanding of child development. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain their work to ensure continued improvement and high standards. They should focus on creating a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of disadvantaged children, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and those who are known (or previously known) to children's social care. Inspection #10113031 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50298856) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Once upon a time Nursery School Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 10113031 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50298856)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY355999) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=once-upon-a-time-nursery-school-nr7-8de-ey355999) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well trained and use additional funding to adapt staffing, routines, and activities to ensure rapid progress. Staff complete thorough assessments to identify children's needs, develop comprehensive play plans, and work closely with parents and professionals to monitor progress and provide highly tailored support, including nurture groups and teaching Makaton signs. Outdoor space Children access outdoor learning regularly to develop their physical skills. Staff provide activities that strengthen children's manipulative skills. ## Parent Reviews of Once upon a time Nursery School 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJywNTNuQXvHp9VluZLejR5Lj9MxHgKQTrHifEk6RTu6kqY5g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tatum McCauley a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBcVB1S2lRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9e251ec6a8f4d:0x48b13034b3be1b4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWFZhdljeDMxfYUUFiYtDKxyIrcd3j3b19igOlin9nLqlZC9MTOXA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Simon E 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCLS1fY1BBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d9e251ec6a8f4d:0x48b13034b3be1b4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLzoaHjQv2urDxhkEltKI79GoKroxgNUJG_rWVuUjLdQGOakQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Daniel Lyra 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnMC1IWWFBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d9e251ec6a8f4d:0x48b13034b3be1b4) Reviews from Google for Once upon a time Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=327376302782538164&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2012 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Outstanding ). We're re-checking it against the original report. - February 2020 Outstanding - March 2015 Outstanding - March 2012 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Once upon a time Nursery School ### What is the Ofsted rating of Once upon a time Nursery School? ### What outdoor learning does Once upon a time Nursery School offer? ### How does Once upon a time Nursery School support children with SEND? ### Is Once upon a time Nursery School suitable for under-twos? ## Nearby day nurseries in Norwich Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Once upon a time Nursery School. - [ Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Stepping Stones Day Nursery Norwich · NR7 8BU 4.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/stepping-stones-day-nursery-nr7-8bu-2864711) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Sprowston Nursery Playgroup Norwich · NR7 8AD ](/nursery/sprowston-nursery-playgroup-nr7-8ad-254273) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Growild Kindergarten Norfolk · NR7 8SQ ](/nursery/growild-kindergarten-nr7-8sq-2548930) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Chestnut Nursery Schools @the Diamond Centre Norwich · NR7 8TR ](/nursery/chestnut-nursery-schools-the-diamond-centre-nr7-8tr-2545286) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Once Upon A Time Nursery School - White House Farm Rackheath · NR13 6LB ](/nursery/once-upon-a-time-nursery-school-white-house-farm-nr13-6lb-ey548884) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Once upon a time Nursery School Norwich · NR3 4HA ](/nursery/once-upon-a-time-nursery-school-nr3-4ha-ey477479) [See all nurseries in Norwich →](/search?q=Norwich) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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