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Each time when went he amazed me with what he had learnt.\nI don't have enough words to express how good this nursery is and the staff that run it they are great thank you", "datePublished": "2024-01-08T10:17:07.610363Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 4, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Phil" }, "datePublished": "2014-06-25T19:24:47.086764Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/orchard-nursery-school-de73-6rf-258406#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "East Midlands", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=East%20Midlands" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Orchard Nursery School", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/orchard-nursery-school-de73-6rf-258406" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/orchard-nursery-school-de73-6rf-258406#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is Orchard Nursery School's latest Ofsted rating?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Orchard Nursery School received a rating of 'Good' during its last Ofsted inspection on December 14, 2022. This means that the nursery provides a high standard of care and education for your child." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I find fees for Orchard Nursery School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Orchard Nursery School advises that pricing information is available upon request. It's best to contact them directly to discuss fees and any specific requirements you might have for your child's care." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Orchard Nursery School cater for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Orchard Nursery School welcomes children aged 2 to 4 years old at its 'schoolhouse' setting on 92 Derby Road, which focuses on preparing them for primary education. Their other setting at 104 Derby Road cares for babies and toddlers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Orchard Nursery School offer support for children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. Orchard Nursery School goes to great lengths to support families, especially those experiencing hardship and those who have children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They ensure all children, including those with SEND, are fully engaged in activities and learning." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long has Orchard Nursery School been established?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Orchard Nursery School has a wonderful history, with its first setting at 104 Derby Road opening in 1993. The \"second setting, 92 Derby Road, established in 1995,\" further expanded their commitment to early years education." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who runs Orchard Nursery School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Orchard Nursery School is part of The Orchard Private Day Nurseries. The founder, Dave Williams, \"opened the first nursery in 1993\" and has since grown the operation to its current two-site model, demonstrating a long-standing dedication to childcare." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Orchard Nursery School take babies and toddlers?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Orchard Nursery School has a dedicated setting at 104 Derby Road that \"caters to babies and toddlers within a cozy, single-storey building.\" This facility has highly qualified and experienced staff specializing in caring for younger children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact Orchard Nursery School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can easily get in touch with Orchard Nursery School by calling them on 01332 703204 or by sending an email to admin@orcharddaynurseries.co.uk. 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Orchard Nursery School # Orchard Nursery School in Derby Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · 92 Derby Road, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6RF · Derby Number of places 45 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Derby 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 Orchard Nursery School, located in Derby, operates two distinct settings on Derby Road. The first, 104 Derby Road, opened in 1993, caters to babies and toddlers within a cosy, single-storey building. This facility prides itself on its highly qualified and experienced staff dedicated to working with children under three years old. The second setting, 92 Derby Road, established in 1995, functions as a "schoolhouse," preparing children for primary education. Both nurseries are part of The Orchard Private Day Nurseries, an established early years educational setting committed to providing quality, safe childcare. They aim to offer a warm and friendly educational environment tailored to the individual needs of each family, emphasising the importance of parent partnership in a child's early education. The director, Dave Williams, opened the first nursery in 1993, and the enterprise has since expanded to its current two-site operation. Our ethos All our nurseries offer a warm, friendly educational environment that aims to meet with the individual needs of all our families. Parent partnership is valued as we believe their knowledge as primary educators goes hand in hand with us as early years educators. What it's like Children wave goodbye to their parents and carers and skip happily into nursery. They say hello to their friends and settle quickly. Children develop loving relationships with staff, who enthusiastically join in and support children's play. Established since 1993 Two distinct settings Focus on parent partnership Early years education ## 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://orcharddaynurseries.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Orchard Nursery School Last inspected 14 December 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children wave goodbye to their parents and carers and skip happily into nursery. They say hello to their friends and settle quickly. Children develop loving relationships with staff, who enthusiastically join in and support children's play. Inspector highlights - Children develop loving relationships with staff, who enthusiastically join in and support children's play. - Children listen to instructions and behave well. - Managers have developed a clear, ambitious vision for their curriculum and share this with staff. - Staff plan a wide range of intriguing and stimulating activities, both indoors and outdoors. - The nursery has recently taken part in an accreditation programme focused on children's communication and language development. Areas to develop - 1 provide a wider range of opportunities for children to learn more about differences and diversity. Inspection #10234461 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205539) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Orchard Nursery School Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10234461 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205539)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/258406) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=orchard-nursery-school-de73-6rf-258406) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that they are amazed by some of the new words their children are learning at nursery. > Parents say they are very grateful to the team for all the support it provides and feel their children are coming on in leaps and bounds. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Older children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), listen intently to stories and enjoy asking questions. Managers and staff go to extraordinary lengths to support families, especially those experiencing hardship and those who have children with SEND. Outdoor space Staff plan a wide range of intriguing and stimulating activities, both indoors and outdoors. Activities promote curiosity in children. ## Parent Reviews of Orchard Nursery School 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUig5r5QhVloZoplbevjho6LnAqjwdZMVm0XUX0yD-TaUkCQjgC=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Kirsty Hunt 2 years ago My son has attended orchard nurseries since he was one years old..the staff are incredible and so caring towards the children. They also catered for my child's need and support plans where put in place, Regular meeting to see how your child is progressing I've never known a nursery so supportive. Also my child's development since being the is unbelievable. Each time when went he amazed me with what he had learnt. I don't have enough words to express how good this nursery is and the staff that run it they are great thank you [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQxbWFMRkF3EAE!2m1!1s0x4879f07bb58e4477:0x8b0870525f03861f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXR4RcRfpShO3-qnE1lfYXrWTuhqqQBe2QwFylTv_bzui_JDMVn2Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Phil 11 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3cGUzVk1REAE!2m1!1s0x4879f07bb58e4477:0x8b0870525f03861f) Reviews from Google for Orchard Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10018380870169363999&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2004 - January 2023 Good - December 2022 Good - January 2017 Good - January 2017 Good - October 2013 Good - August 2013 Good - January 2009 Good - February 2008 Inadequate - February 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Orchard Nursery School ### What is Orchard Nursery School's latest Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Orchard Nursery School? ### What age range does Orchard Nursery School cater for? ### Does Orchard Nursery School offer support for children with SEND? ### How long has Orchard Nursery School been established? ### Who runs Orchard Nursery School? ### Does Orchard Nursery School take babies and toddlers? ### How can I contact Orchard Nursery School? ## About the setting Orchard Nursery School registered in 1995 and is situated in Chellaston, Derby. The nursery opens from 7:30 am until 6 pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for a week between Christmas and New Year and on bank holidays. The nursery employs 14 members of childcare staff, with 12 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 258406 Registered person Orchard Private Day Nurseries Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Derby Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Orchard Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Orchard Private Day Nursery Derby · DE73 6RF ](/nursery/orchard-private-day-nursery-de73-6rf-258408) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Playdays Opportunity Group Chellaston · DE73 6TU ](/nursery/playdays-opportunity-group-de73-6tu-206146) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Scallywags Nursery Derby · DE73 5WX ](/nursery/scallywags-nursery-de73-5wx-ey481412) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Alvaston Achievers Day Nursery Derby · DE24 0DD 4.3(16 reviews) ](/nursery/alvaston-achievers-day-nursery-de24-0dd-2579160) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.4 mi ### Osmaston Day Nursery Derby · DE24 8XB 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/osmaston-day-nursery-limited-de24-8xb-2751454) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### White House Day Nursery Alvaston Derby · DE24 0JR 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/white-house-day-nursery-alvaston-de24-0jr-ey452684) [See all nurseries in Derby →](/search?q=Derby) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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