--- title: "PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives, Gloucester | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/pata-elmbridge-under-fives-gl2-0ln-ey537762 description: "PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives in Gloucester — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2024) · 4.9 (8 Google reviews) · Elmbridge Children's Centre, Elmbridge Infant School, GLOUCESTER, GL2 0LN · Gloucestershire Number of places 71 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Gloucestershire ## About this day nursery PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives is a welcoming nursery where children learn through play, guided by skilled staff who build on their interests. The day nursery embraces parent involvement, offering Stay & Play sessions and encouraging parents to share their skills or professions with the children. They also hold regular drop-in sessions for special occasions and workshops for parents on child development. The curriculum adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring children acquire a broad range of knowledge and skills to prepare them for school and life. The day nursery provides a supportive and engaging environment for young learners. Our ethos Children learn through play, guided by skilled staff who build on their interests. The curriculum adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring children acquire a broad range of knowledge and skills to prepare them for school and life. The nursery provides a supportive and engaging environment for young learners. What it's like Children at this setting feel safe and secure. Staff greet them warmly when they arrive and children quickly immerse themselves in this exemplary learning environment. The curriculum is designed to include all children, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds or children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Learning through Play EYFS Curriculum Parent Involvement ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured as an hourly rate that varies depending on the child's age, with separate bands for under twos, two-year-olds, and three-year-olds. An additional daily charge is applied for snacks. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are subject to an additional daily snack charge. - Rates are effective from April 2026. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8.45am until 2.45pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 9 July 2024 · Ruth Glover Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff ensure that the youngest children are highly motivated to learn, exploring nature and developing scientific understanding and communication skills. - Children at the setting demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning, developing empathy and social skills through nurturing role-play activities. - Staff focus on children's personal development, encouraging self-expression through "mirror talk" and providing a sensory room for self-regulation. - The setting offers excellent support for children with SEND, adapting teaching methods and the physical environment to ensure all children can access learning activities and thrive. - Leaders maintain a strong focus on staff development, providing impactful training sessions and strengthening ties with the local school to prepare children for Reception. Inspection #10351010 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254839) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The curriculum is designed to include all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The setting offers excellent support for children with SEND. Staff adapt their teaching methods based on each child's progress and feedback from other professionals, using specific strategies to develop attention skills and simplifying language to help children who are building their communication skills. Outdoor space Enticing outdoor activities such as gardening not only teach children about how food grows but also develop their responsibility by caring for the plants. Plans are underway to enhance the outdoor play area with new climbing frames and to develop new allotments in collaboration with the local school. Meanwhile, leaders have already made some adjustments. For instance, they have installed a swing, sensory rooms both inside and outdoors and a large role play area. These improvements build children's physical and sensory development superbly. ## Google Reviews 4.9 (8 Google reviews) Alison Gibbons 3 years ago What an amazing setting to send your children to!! I'm so glad that I chose to send my daughter here. The management team are extremely helpful and nothing is ever a problem or too big an ask. My daughter suffers with allergic reactions resulting in hives and I always had the whole teams full support and felt that she was safe in their care. Throughout her time at the setting she was offered a wide range of learning opportunities and it was a pleasure to watch her flourish. Everybody should send their child here! Thank you guys!!! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1bE9tV1hnEAE!2m1!1s0x487105c9ab25dabd:0x924216f8b6e2cf02) Jordan 3 years ago I can’t tell you how pleased I am that we made the decision to send our daughter here. After a negative experience at a previous setting, we were feeling a bit anxious about putting our trust into somewhere new. Well, there was no need - they put us at ease straight away! We visited on one of the open mornings and met most of the staff. Every single one of the ladies is lovely, a special mention to Steph, Jade, Becky and Jane who she loves and mentions often! They have helped make my daughter so happy and settled in the rising 3’s and can’t thank you all enough. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoelpqOFh3EAE!2m1!1s0x487105c9ab25dabd:0x924216f8b6e2cf02) Jayme Jay 3 years ago Thank you all for helping my son be ready for his next chapter and embracing his personality. He will miss you dearly! You all are amazing and held such beautiful graduation for the children yesterday!! The Burton's Xx Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1cFAtdVdnEAE!2m1!1s0x487105c9ab25dabd:0x924216f8b6e2cf02) Tarah Tonks 3 years ago My little girl attended Elmbridge under 5s this last year and my god what an amazing time she had. All the teachers are lovely and so supportive. I’m so sad she’s leaving but thank you all so much for everything lots of love to you all xx Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1NU1Lai1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487105c9ab25dabd:0x924216f8b6e2cf02) Beccy Smith 8 years ago Wonderful setting for my children, fantastic friendly staff. My girls loved and still love going each morning. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBNmI2T0tnEAE!2m1!1s0x487105c9ab25dabd:0x924216f8b6e2cf02) Reviews from Google for PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=10539011335476399874&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 9 July 2024 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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