How does Oyster Bay Nursery support children with SEND?

Leaders and staff work with other professionals involved in children’s lives and use shared information within support plans. This approach helps staff adapt provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities and supports progress across developmental areas.

What do parents value about the nursery?

Parents praise the online support linked to the nursery. That feedback points to helpful communication and a service that keeps families informed alongside their child’s care and learning.

Is Oyster Bay Nursery a private nursery?

Oyster Bay Nursery is registered as childcare on non-domestic premises and provides full day care. It cares for children from birth to four years old.

What is Oyster Bay Nursery working on improving?

Staff are developing a stronger shared understanding of how planned activities can consistently build on children’s knowledge. The focus is on extending learning more effectively during adult-led experiences.

How can Oyster Bay Nursery be contacted?

Phone: 01227 261430. Email: admissions@joylane.kent.sch.uk. Website: https://www.joylane.kent.sch.uk/page/?title=Oyster+Bay+Nursery&pid=91

Which area does Oyster Bay Nursery serve?

Oyster Bay Nursery is in Whitstable, Kent, postcode CT5 4LT. The address is Joy Lane Primary School.

Does Oyster Bay Nursery have an Ofsted rating?

The current overall Ofsted grade is Good, awarded on 23/06/2021.

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Oyster Bay Nursery

Ofsted: Good

(Jun 2021)

·Joy Lane Primary School, Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5 4LT · Kent

Number of places

40 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

Jun 2021

Local authority

Kent

About this day nursery

Oyster Bay Nursery, part of Joy Lane Primary School in Whitstable, provides early years education to young children. While specific details about its curriculum and ethos are to be found on dedicated nursery pages, the primary school promotes a holistic approach, fostering a love of learning for all children.

The nursery operates within the framework of Kent County Council’s admission procedures for schools, and parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the nursery directly for specific information regarding admissions and programme details. The school also provides information for special educational needs within its Oysters Specialist Resourced Provision, demonstrating an inclusive approach to education.

What it's like

Children are extremely happy and confident as they explore and play, accessing all areas of learning through carefully planned activities. Staff have good expectations, helping children develop necessary skills and knowledge. They develop excellent independence skills, confidently making decisions and mastering new skills quickly.

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Oyster Bay Nursery

Last inspected 23 June 2021 · Kimberley Luckham

Overall effectiveness

Good

What it's like to attend

Inspector highlights

Children are inquisitive and enjoy exploring, learning about herbs and plants in the garden.
Babies receive incredibly warm, caring interactions from kind, nurturing staff.
The staff team is supported very well by a strong and dedicated senior management team, with a strong vision for the nursery.
Leaders and staff establish effective partnerships with other agencies involved with children and their families.
Effective procedures are in place to help children settle in at the nursery and staff make effective use of observation and assessment.

Areas to develop

1strengthen staff's understanding of how to consistently develop and extend children's knowledge during planned activities.

Inspection #10174557 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Oyster Bay Nursery

Inspection date: Jun 2021
Inspection no.: 10174557
Lead inspector: Kimberley Luckham

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Joy Lane Primary School, Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5 4LT

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm

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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff establish effective partnerships with other agencies involved with children and their families. For instance, staff use information which has been shared by other professionals in their plans to support children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. This helps to close any gaps in children's development.

Outdoor space

Staff provide an exciting outdoor space that enriches children's enjoyment of the natural world. They plan plenty of opportunities for children to develop their excellent physical skills even further, including learning to swim and regularly exploring the on-site forest school, while babies and toddlers learn to climb, balance and use ride-on toys.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

23 June 2021

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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About the setting

Oyster Bay Nursery was established in 2009 and re-registered in 2017 to include the provision of babies. It is located in Whitstable, Kent. The nursery is open Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, term time only. The setting employs 12 staff, four of whom have qualified teacher status, one level 6, four level 4 and two level 2. The nursery receives funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN: EY554428
Registered person: Joy Lane Primary School Governing Body
Day care type: Full day care
Register: Early Years Register
Establishment type: Childcare on non-domestic premises

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