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[Home](/) 2. · 3. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 6. · 7. Parkend Playgroup # Parkend Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · Yorkley Road, Parkend, Lydney, GL15 4HL · Gloucestershire Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Gloucestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this early years setting Parkend Playgroup offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, focusing on their holistic development. Located in Lydney, GL15 4HL, the playgroup fosters a love for learning through engaging activities and play-based education. The curriculum is designed to support each child in reaching their full potential, encouraging social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. The dedicated team strives to create a safe and inclusive space where children feel valued and happy, promoting confidence and independence as they embark on their early learning journey. The playgroup aims to build strong partnerships with parents, ensuring a collaborative approach to each child's development and well-being. Our ethos Parkend Playgroup is committed to the holistic development of children, fostering a love for learning through play-based education and engaging activities. They aim to support each child's potential and encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that promotes confidence and independence. The playgroup values strong partnerships with parents for a collaborative approach to child development. What it's like At the heart of this setting is a small team of professional, welcoming and friendly staff. They are led by an experienced and reflective manager, who strives to offer exceptional opportunities for children. They ensure children learn to value and broaden their awareness of others through enriching first-hand experiences. Holistic development focus Play-based learning ## 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://www.parkendprimaryschool.co.uk/parent-information/wraparound-care) ## Key facts Opening hours 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Parkend Playgroup Last inspected 8 July 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend At the heart of this setting is a small team of professional, welcoming and friendly staff. They are led by an experienced and reflective manager, who strives to offer exceptional opportunities for children. They ensure children learn to value and broaden their awareness of others through enriching first-hand experiences. Inspector highlights - Children develop an excellent understanding of healthy lifestyles and good oral health. - Children develop good literacy skills through their love of books. - The manager employs additional staff to support the more vulnerable children, to help to ensure they reach their learning potential. - The manager has developed a broad and balanced curriculum that builds on what children know and what they can do. - Parents and carers are united in their extensive praise for this setting. Areas to develop - 1 support all staff further to build consistently on what children know, making sure that the introduction of new concepts is appropriate for the age and stage of development - 2 review daily routines to allow children more time to become deeply engaged in their play and learning. Inspection #10237797 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191244) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Parkend Playgroup Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10237797 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191244)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2555126) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://www.parkendprimaryschool.co.uk/parent-information/wraparound-care) Yorkley Road, Parkend, Lydney, GL15 4HL ## Explore day nurseries near Lydney - [Day nurseries in Lydney](/search?q=Lydney) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=parkend-playgroup-gl15-4hl-2555126) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > Parents comment how much this has supported the bedtime routine and developed children's love of stories. “ > All comment that they feel that the setting goes 'above and beyond', especially when enhancing learning opportunities for children and developing their emotional selves. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager employs additional staff to support the more vulnerable children, to help to ensure they reach their learning potential. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress from their starting points. The manager works very well with external agencies and professionals. Outdoor space Children listen well and follow the rules when they go onto the playground to complete their 'daily mile'. The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. Inspection history Most recent inspection 19 August 2022 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191244) ## Frequently asked about Parkend Playgroup ### Is Parkend Playgroup suitable for under-twos? ### What do parents value about Parkend Playgroup? ### How does Parkend Playgroup support children with SEND? ### How many children attend Parkend Playgroup? ### What is Parkend Playgroup working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Lydney Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Parkend Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Pillowell Early Years Group Nr Lydney · GL15 4QT ](/nursery/pillowell-early-years-group-gl15-4qt-101716) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Bream Early Learners Lydney · GL15 6JW ](/nursery/bream-early-learners-gl15-6jw-ey136954) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Ellwood Nursery Ellwood · GL16 7LY 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/ellwood-nursery-gl16-7ly-2642919) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Greenwoods Nursery Coalway Coleford · GL16 7JY ](/nursery/greenwoods-nursery-limited-coalway-gl16-7jy-2679208) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Primrose Hill Nursery Lydney · GL15 5TA ](/nursery/primrose-hill-nursery-gl15-5ta-101721) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Blakeney Under Fives Blakeney · GL15 4EB 5.0(12 Google reviews) ](/nursery/blakeney-under-fives-gl15-4eb-510052) [See all nurseries in Lydney →](/search?q=Lydney) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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