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Pixieland Mannamead # Pixieland Mannamead Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · 3.3 (3 parent reviews) · 162 Mannamead Road, Mannamead, PLYMOUTH, PL3 5QL · Plymouth Number of places 79 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 Local authority Plymouth 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 Pixieland Mannamead, established in 1996, is a childcare setting in Plymouth offering care for children aged 0-4 years. Open 51 weeks a year, from 7am to 6pm, the nursery provides all-year provision. Babies at Pixieland Mannamead enjoy discovering the sensory room and developing their physical skills by exploring elements like the "discovery board" and musical bells. Older children engage in cooperative play and develop independence, from feeding themselves to locating their own pegs. The nursery places importance on outdoor learning, providing good opportunities for all children to be outside and engage in physical exercise. Staff discuss the benefits of exercise and good oral health with the children, and older children participate in yoga sessions, pretending to be insects. Parents have commented that staff "go the extra mile" and that their children have made strong progress since starting. The nursery effectively partners with parents, sharing detailed information about children's learning and celebrating achievements through displays with fictional characters. Children's horizons are broadened through learning about other cultures and traditions, with opportunities to explore different languages, celebrations, and foods from around the world. Secure safeguarding measures are in place, including a fingerprint entry system, and children are taught about personal safety. What it's like Children enjoy their time in this friendly and welcoming setting, where nurturing staff meet their needs. Babies relish exploring the sensory room and older children enjoy stories and play cooperatively with their peers. Children show good levels of independence across all ages. Friendly and welcoming Good physical skills for babies Effective parent partnerships Cultural awareness Outdoor learning opportunities Good independence ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 1996 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pixieland Mannamead Last inspected 15 February 2023 · Joanne Steward 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 enjoy their time in this friendly and welcoming setting, where nurturing staff meet their needs. Babies relish exploring the sensory room and older children enjoy stories and play cooperatively with their peers. Children show good levels of independence across all ages. Inspector highlights - Children enjoy their time in this friendly and welcoming setting. - Young babies develop good physical skills. - Partnerships with parents are effective. - All children can bring photos in from home leading to achievement displays that build confidence and self-esteem. - Children learn about other cultures and traditions. Areas to develop - 1 help younger children to recognise what will happen next, particularly during care routines, to support their understanding further - 2 develop further strategies to help reduce the noise level in the pre-school room to aid children's concentration. Inspection #10276642 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50211349) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents comment that staff 'go the extra mile' > their children have made strong progress since starting Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space All children have good opportunities to be outside and engage in physical exercise. Staff talk to children about the benefits of exercise for their bodies, and help children understand the importance of good oral health. Older children take part in yoga sessions and pretend to be insects. ## Parent Reviews of Pixieland Mannamead 3.3 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI_BsqNLr5-Or3FD9tddyWDvdJP3ENwhWEz9xTsDwn2MNU1ufw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Pinky Lee 7 years ago Frendly staff clean and very safe for children I have two grandchildren there and would highly recommend it [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnMUpQMmtnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486cecd6d3c1a1bd:0x9159cbb7b8959b9d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUeusIZXk3cs2B5TvFpthIpqEJkMrL9T9Df3Wi3TcdyLckFX1E=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Fatma Sen 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjcU9UOTdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486cecd6d3c1a1bd:0x9159cbb7b8959b9d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIDyCNC5OZtaXyYYWF0NIPKiQdPQen9ZG4vOi67a1Kx_cvfRQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Karl Hyatt 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBckozWnlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486cecd6d3c1a1bd:0x9159cbb7b8959b9d) Reviews from Google for Pixieland Mannamead. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10473626398363065245&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history - March 2023 Good - February 2023 Good - August 2017 Good - July 2017 Good - March 2015 Good - March 2015 Good - May 2014 Requires improvement - April 2014 Requires improvement - July 2013 Inadequate - May 2013 Inadequate - June 2011 Good - May 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Pixieland Mannamead ### What do parents value about Pixieland Mannamead? ### What are the opening hours at Pixieland Mannamead? ### How is Pixieland Mannamead classified by Ofsted? ### How many places does Pixieland Mannamead have? ## Nearby day nurseries in PLYMOUTH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pixieland Mannamead. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### King's School Nursery Plymouth · PL3 5LW ](/nursery/king-s-school-nursery-pl3-5lw-ey371506) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Compton Pre-School Plymouth · PL3 5JB ](/nursery/compton-pre-school-pl3-5jb-117180) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Honeyshute Day Nursery Compton Plymouth · PL3 5JD ](/nursery/honeyshute-day-nursery-compton-pl3-5jd-2857980) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Sunbeams Plymouth · PL3 4ND ](/nursery/sunbeams-pl3-4nd-ey311912) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Pathways Day Nursery Plymouth · PL3 4QE ](/nursery/pathways-day-nursery-pl3-4qe-117137) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Toad Hall Pre-School Plymouth · PL3 4JN ](/nursery/toad-hall-pre-school-pl3-4jn-117243) [See all nurseries in PLYMOUTH →](/search?q=PLYMOUTH) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pixieland Mannamead Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10276642 Lead inspector Joanne Steward [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50211349)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/117141) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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