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Pennington Nursery # Pennington Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Pennington Memorial Hall, Pennington, Ulverston, LA12 0RT · Westmorland and Furness Number of places 111 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Westmorland and Furness About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Pennington Nursery, situated in Ulverston, provides comprehensive wraparound care for children ranging from 3 months to 11 years old. The nursery aims to create a setting where children feel happy, secure, valued, and confident. Their philosophy is centred around children developing at their own pace, with a curriculum that is play-based and tailored to individual needs and interests. The nursery categorises its offerings into "Baby Gems" for under 2s, "Little Gems" for 2-3 year olds, and "Big Gems" for 3-4 year olds, each following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. They also offer a Breakfast Club, After School Club, and Holiday Club, catering to a wider age range up to 11 years. The EYFS framework is central to their approach, providing guidance on child development, effective practices, play activities, and meeting diverse needs, while also addressing important issues like equal opportunities and parent-nursery relationships. The aim is to ensure children receive the best standard of education appropriate for their age and developmental stage, preparing them for primary school integration through seven areas of learning and development. Our ethos Pennington Nursery's philosophy is play-based and tailored to individual needs and interests, centred around children developing at their own pace. Their approach utilises the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework across all age groups to ensure children receive an education appropriate for their developmental stage and to prepare them for primary school. What it's like Children at this nursery are happy and settled, enjoying playing with friends and demonstrating good manners, high levels of concentration, and positive attitudes to learning. The thoughtfully planned new building ensures a clean, safe, and stimulating environment, with activities tailored to children's interests and abilities, allowing them to move freely between indoor and outdoor areas for meaningful play-based learning. Wraparound care Play-based learning EYFS curriculum Holiday Club ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged hourly for nursery rooms and holiday clubs, with rates categorised by the child's age group. Wrap-around care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, is charged per session. Flexible scheduling is offered within standard operational hours. Good to know - Flexible drop-off and pick-up times are available between 8am and 5pm for children under 3. - Big Gems session times are flexible between 7:30am and 6pm. - Holiday club bookings require a minimum attendance of 9am to 3pm. - After school club closes early at 5pm on Fridays. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pennington Nursery Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10288872 Lead inspector Amy Milner Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224941)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/317571) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=pennington-nursery-la12-0rt-317571) ## Key facts Opening hours Flexible times between 8am and 5pm (Baby Gems, Little Gems); Flexible times between 7.30am and 6pm (Big Gems); 7.30am onwards (Breakfast Club); 3pm-6pm (After School Club); 8am - 5pm (Holiday Club) Session types Full day, After school club, Breakfast club, Holiday club Age range 3 months to 11 years Term time / All Year Mixed Established 2001 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pennington Nursery Last inspected 19 June 2023 · Amy Milner 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 at this nursery are happy and settled, enjoying playing with friends and demonstrating good manners, high levels of concentration, and positive attitudes to learning. The thoughtfully planned new building ensures a clean, safe, and stimulating environment, with activities tailored to children's interests and abilities, allowing them to move freely between indoor and outdoor areas for meaningful play-based learning. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff have a good understanding of how children learn, setting up activities that build on children's existing skills and knowledge. - Children play independently and focus for extended periods in self-focused play, becoming self-motivated, confident learners. - Leaders prioritise communication and language, with staff modelling new words, telling stories, and encouraging chatter, leading to good progress in speech development. - Mathematical skills are promoted well, with children building their knowledge through play and using mathematical language in various contexts. - The professional staff team builds close relationships with children, fostering good behaviour, kindness, and a willingness to try new things, with strategies in place to support children who struggle. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to strengthen the planning and implementation of adult-led activities, so they are more precisely linked to what children need to learn next. Inspection #10288872 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224941) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Outdoor space Children move freely between the indoor and outdoor areas, accessing meaningful learning through play. Children extend their own learning as they search for bugs in the outdoor area. Inspection history Date: July 2009 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - November 2016 Good - May 2013 Good - July 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Pennington Nursery ### What are the fees at Pennington Nursery? ### What is Pennington Nursery working on improving? ### Where is Pennington Nursery located? ### How can Pennington Nursery be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ulverston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pennington Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Wagtails Ulverston · LA12 9JU ](/nursery/little-wagtails-la12-9ju-2538236) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.7 mi ### Church Walk Pre-school Nursery Ulverston · LA12 7EN ](/nursery/church-walk-pre-school-nursery-ltd-la12-7en-ey332856) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.4 mi ### Country Tots Childcare NW Askam-In-Furness · LA16 7HD ](/nursery/country-tots-childcare-nw-la16-7hd-2847415) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.5 mi ### Penny Bridge Nursery Ulverston · LA12 7RQ ](/nursery/penny-bridge-nursery-la12-7rq-ey437173) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.7 mi ### Barrow Day Nursery Barrow In Furness · LA14 4LF ](/nursery/barrow-day-nursery-la14-4lf-ey491983) [See all nurseries in Ulverston →](/search?q=Ulverston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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