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Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool # Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Whites Farm, Bures Road, COLCHESTER, CO6 2QF · Essex Number of places 69 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool in Colchester provides a stimulating and enriching Montessori environment where children can thrive and discover their potential. The nursery prioritises outdoor learning through its Forest School programme, encouraging children to explore and connect with nature. They offer flexible childcare options, including extended hours, and actively support families in navigating various government funding schemes. With a commitment to individualised attention, Pippins aims to create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere that fosters curiosity, independence, and a love for learning in every child. What it's like Children are warmly welcomed by a friendly and nurturing staff team, eager to play and motivated to learn. They explore pumpkins grown in the forest school area and enhance their vocabulary. Leaders plan an ambitious curriculum following the Montessori method, extended to the outdoor area, where children take risks and explore capabilities. Montessori Education Forest School Flexible Hours Government Funding Support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare 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 Opening hours Mon to Fri: 8:00am to 6:00pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool Last inspected 4 October 2024 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 are warmly welcomed by a friendly and nurturing staff team, eager to play and motivated to learn. They explore pumpkins grown in the forest school area and enhance their vocabulary. Leaders plan an ambitious curriculum following the Montessori method, extended to the outdoor area, where children take risks and explore capabilities. Inspector highlights - Children are warmly welcomed by a friendly and nurturing staff team, who encourage them to explore and learn. - Leaders plan an ambitious curriculum following the Montessori method, with activities extended to the outdoor area and forest school. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported through collaboration with outside professionals and effective use of additional funding. - Leaders promote independence in children, encouraging them to put on coats and shoes, wash hands, and self-serve food. - Staff foster children's curiosity and love of learning through a variety of activities, including science experiments. Areas to develop - 1 continue to build on the support and guidance the newly formed staff team receive, to further embed the nursery ethos and address minor inconsistencies in the intended curriculum. Inspection #10364397 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260390) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10364397 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260390)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682935) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.grandiruk.com/nurseries/colchester/pippins-nursery-colchester/) Whites Farm, Bures Road, COLCHESTER, CO6 2QF [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.7424/51.95125/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near COLCHESTER - [Day nurseries in COLCHESTER](/search?q=COLCHESTER) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=pippins-day-nursery-and-preschool-co6-2qf-2682935) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Overall, feedback from parents is positive. They feel that their children are making good progress in their learning. > Some parents reflect that recent staff changes have been unsettling for their children and this has had an impact on the quality of the provision. However, they appreciate that the manager is quick to respond when they raise concerns. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. Staff work closely with outside professionals to ensure that children receive appropriate support. Additional funding is used effectively to meet children's individual needs such as purchasing specific resources and providing additional one-to-one support. As a result, all children make good progress from their initial starting points. Outdoor space All areas of the curriculum extend to the outdoor area. Children benefit from forest school sessions where staff challenge children to take risks and explore their capabilities while climbing up and down the 'muddy mountain'. ## Parent Reviews of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjURAFAiipGDigUb1YbLZgM23M5tEEcRPVWPtLKWQo56RamvDLKJJQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Julia Bird 7 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCdU0zQnpUbmRwTTNoSFkyaFpORlpTTlRkQ2NrRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8fe6b6edc6541:0x6bdc29c5142d9724) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIl_cCTqkb1NhE9nNTJb4pd4StUXAAiPa69XJWQprmrdaJYNA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Hartsdown a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBdDdQOElnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8fe6b6edc6541:0x6bdc29c5142d9724) Reviews from Google for Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260390) ## Frequently asked about Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool ### What part of the country is Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool in? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool accept? ### What do parents say about Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool? ### How can Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in COLCHESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.0 mi ### Dalemor Explorer Nursery Colchester · CO6 2NS ](/nursery/dalemor-explorer-nursery-co6-2ns-2805369) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.5 mi ### The Barn Nursery School Halstead · CO9 1QY 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/the-barn-nursery-school-co9-1qy-ey490758) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.6 mi ### Little Pickles Nursery Halstead · CO9 2LS ](/nursery/little-pickles-nursery-co9-2ls-ey491686) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.6 mi ### The Park Nursery Halstead · CO9 1ET ](/nursery/the-park-nursery-co9-1et-2772586) [See all nurseries in COLCHESTER →](/search?q=COLCHESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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