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Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery # Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · Sound & District Primary School, Whitchurch Road, NANTWICH, CW5 8AE · Cheshire East Number of places 16 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Cheshire East About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery offers an enriching educational experience rooted in nature for children from birth to five years old. Situated within the picturesque grounds of Sound and District Primary School, the nursery prioritises outdoor learning to foster children's health, wellbeing, and natural curiosity. Qualified staff guide little learners, encouraging them to explore, grow, and reach their full potential at their own pace. The nursery aims to cultivate independent learners, develop healthier bodies, instil a love and respect for the outdoors, and nurture self-esteem and confidence. Through a focus on resilience, risk-taking, and teamwork, children enhance their communication skills and forge lasting friendships. In addition to their nursery programme, Outdoor-Fun also provides engaging holiday clubs for children aged two to ten, ensuring continuous fun and learning experiences throughout the year. The nursery is committed to collaborating closely with parents to build a strong foundation for each child, valuing every individual who joins their setting. Our ethos Rooted in nature, Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery prioritises outdoor learning to foster children's health, wellbeing, and natural curiosity. They aim to cultivate independent learners, promote resilience and risk-taking, and instil a love and respect for the outdoors. The nursery is committed to collaborating with parents and valuing each child. What it's like Children engage in a range of self-chosen learning experiences, focusing for long periods with staff support to extend ideas through play. They are developing positive attitudes to learning and making good progress. Children build secure relationships with nurturing staff, confidently discussing feelings and exploring emotions through books, ensuring they feel safe and their personal development is well supported. They are taught to interact positively and care for each other. Forest School Outdoor Education Holiday Clubs Strong Parent Partnerships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 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 Session types Full Day - 7:30-17:45, Morning - 7:30-13:00, Afternoon - 11:45 - 17:15, School Day - 8:30 - 14:30 Opening hours 7:30 - 17:45 Monday - Friday Age range Birth to five years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10267754 Lead inspector Liz Dayton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219700)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2534833) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=outdoor-fun-forest-school-nursery-cw5-8ae-2534833) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery Last inspected 5 May 2023 · Liz Dayton 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 engage in a range of self-chosen learning experiences, focusing for long periods with staff support to extend ideas through play. They are developing positive attitudes to learning and making good progress. Children build secure relationships with nurturing staff, confidently discussing feelings and exploring emotions through books, ensuring they feel safe and their personal development is well supported. They are taught to interact positively and care for each other. Inspector highlights - Children engage in a range of self-chosen learning experiences and focus for long periods, extending their ideas through play. - Leaders have addressed previous actions and the new manager has significantly improved the quality of care and education. - Leaders ensure staff complete progress checks for two- to three-year-olds, effectively identifying gaps and putting support in place, meeting the needs of all children, including those with SEND. - Staff support children to become independent, encouraging them to manage personal needs like dressing themselves for outdoors and washing hands thoroughly. - Children demonstrate understanding of early mathematical concepts by counting eggs and children at tables, with staff modelling mathematical vocabulary. Areas to develop - 1 embed the curriculum further by ensuring that all staff understand what they intend children to learn and how to implement this effectively - 2 focus staff's professional development on developing their understanding of how children learn, so that they can support children to make the highest levels of progress. Inspection #10267754 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219700) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff work in partnership with parents and other professionals, sharing key information about children and their needs to ensure continuity of care and education. The needs of all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are met. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space Children eagerly run outside to see if the hens have laid any eggs. Staff support children to become independent by encouraging them to put on their own outdoor clothing Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: May 2022 - May 2023 Good - November 2022 Inadequate - May 2022 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery ### What staff qualifications are mentioned for Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery? ### Which funded hours does Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery accept? ### Does Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery take babies? ### How did Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Whereabouts is Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery? ### What curriculum approach does Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery follow? ## Nearby day nurseries in NANTWICH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Outdoor-Fun Forest School Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Little Angels Childcare & Nurseries Nantwich · CW5 7AJ ](/nursery/little-angels-childcare-nurseries-ltd-cw5-7aj-ey290685) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Sunflowers at St. Anne's Nantwich · CW5 7DA 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/sunflowers-at-st-anne-s-cw5-7da-2723289) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Parklands Day Nursery Nantwich · CW5 7JT 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/parklands-day-nursery-cw5-7jt-ey542928) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Little Angels Nantwich Nantwich · CW5 6LW ](/nursery/little-angels-nantwich-limited-cw5-6lw-ey451220) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Red Wellies Childcare Nantwich · CW5 7JL 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/red-wellies-childcare-limited-cw5-7jl-ey473228) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.4 mi ### La Maternelle Family Childcare - Nantwich Nantwich · CW5 5RD 5.0(12 reviews) ](/nursery/la-maternelle-family-childcare-nantwich-cw5-5rd-2558223) [See all nurseries in NANTWICH →](/search?q=NANTWICH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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