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Play Days Nursery # Play Days Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · Eyres Monsell and Gilmorton Children's Centre, Hillsborough Road, Leicester, LE2 9PT · Leicester Number of places 50 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Leicester 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 Play Days Nursery Ltd, located in Glen Parva, Leicester, offers a nurturing environment for children, operating within the Eyres Monsell & Gilmorton Children's Centre. The nursery provides a comprehensive range of sessions, from full-time and full-day care to morning and afternoon options, catering to various family needs. They also offer holiday care and an after-school club, highlighting their commitment to supporting families beyond regular nursery hours. The nursery is closed only for statutory holidays, Good Friday, Easter Monday, and between Christmas and New Year. Play Days Nursery emphasises flexibility by accepting weekly or monthly fee payments via standing order. Parents can explore detailed information about the nursery through their website, including sections on their different rooms for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, their approach to the Early Years Foundation Stage, and details about meals provided. They encourage prospective parents to book show rounds and provide an easy registration process, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all families interested in their services. The nursery also maintains an active online presence, including a Facebook page, fostering community engagement and providing updates. What it's like As children arrive at this calm and inviting nursery, they receive a warm and positive welcome from the staff. As a result, their emotional well-being is supported, and children feel safe and secure. ## Pricing & funding This nursery offers full-time weekly packages, individual full days, and half-day morning or afternoon sessions. Separate holiday care and after-school club options are also available, and daily or half-day consumable charges apply in addition to standard fees. Good to know - Fees are payable weekly or monthly via standing order. - No charge reductions are offered for holidays, sickness, or closures beyond the nursery's control. - Closed during bank holidays, Good Friday, Easter Monday, and the week between Christmas and New Year. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7.45am until 5.45pm Term time / All Year Mixed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Play Days Nursery Last inspected 17 February 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend As children arrive at this calm and inviting nursery, they receive a warm and positive welcome from the staff. As a result, their emotional well-being is supported, and children feel safe and secure. Inspector highlights - An effective key-person system is in place, and staff plan based on children's interests and home experiences. - All staff receive support to continually develop their professional skills and knowledge, and report high morale. - Following the COVID-19 pandemic, staff have reflected on learning gaps and expertly support children's social skills. - The manager and staff maintain effective partnerships with parents. - Children practise their independence skills frequently and grow in confidence. Areas to develop - 1 increase opportunities for children to use newly acquired vocabulary. Inspection #10138546 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179975) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Play Days Nursery Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10138546 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179975)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY346270) 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://playdaysleicesterdaynursery.co.uk/) Eyres Monsell and Gilmorton Children's Centre, Hillsborough Road, Leicester, LE2 9PT Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7.45am until 5.45pm [© 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#/-1.1475/52.58656/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Leicester - [Day nurseries in Leicester](/search?q=Leicester) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=play-days-nursery-limited-le2-9pt-ey346270) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report about the quality of education and care that the nursery provides, particularly in relation to settling children, supporting those with additional needs and the progress their children make. > They comment that they felt fully supported during the COVID-19 pandemic and benefitted from frequent contact and activity ideas they received. > They are happy with the information they receive about their children's care and progress in learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They access specific training to continually develop their professional skills and improve their practice. The leadership team liaises closely with other professionals to help children make progress. Outdoor space Children have regular opportunities to exercise and be active. They climb and manoeuvre using a range of movable climbing and construction materials in the garden and experience different types of weather in the outdoor environment. ## Parent Reviews of Play Days Nursery 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIMH9DJr94Xf2ZS2CUslm_Za5tt4oKdLqjhF5uVO4PRMHzZqg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nicole Hyatt a year ago Playdays is incredible. Both my children attended this nursery. My oldest son went here for two years and was very sad to leave. The staff are all very caring and friendly, putting both kids and parents at ease. I felt like my children were in a really safe, home from home environment. They go above and beyond, taking the children on regular trips out as well as teaching sign language. They catered for my children's vegan diet as well as doing cloth nappies. Both my children were so happy here and I can't recommend this nursery highly enough! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3LXNha1pREAE!2m1!1s0x487767176f71f67d:0x87f009d32e95054a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIHoSeq8rTGQbKicyR4AA5MY7Ak8yBKj-VXu0KgrxiWJvKEmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jamie Howard 10 years ago both my girls loved this nursery and the people that work there are really nice my girls learnt a lot its going to be a shame if my son dosnt get it would recommend to anyone [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnM2Nya3lnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487767176f71f67d:0x87f009d32e95054a) Reviews from Google for Play Days Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9795339992155096394&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2009 - February 2022 Good - November 2015 Outstanding - July 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Play Days Nursery ### Is Play Days Nursery Limited suitable for under-twos? ### When is Play Days Nursery Limited open? ### What is the capacity at Play Days Nursery Limited? ### What is the nursery working on developing? ### How did Play Days Nursery Limited do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How does Play Days Nursery Limited support children with SEND? ## About the setting Play Days Nursery Limited registered in 2006 and operates within Eyres Monsell & Gilmorton children's centre in Leicester. The nursery employs 24 members of childcare staff, with 16 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above. It provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY346270 Registered person Play Days Nursery Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in Leicester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Play Days Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Busy Bees at Leicester South Wigston Wigston · LE18 4WS ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-leicester-south-wigston-le18-4ws-ey443589) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Play Days Academy Leicester · LE2 9TL 4.7(18 reviews) ](/nursery/play-days-academy-le2-9tl-ey537182) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Chatterbox Pre-School Leicester · LE2 6TE ](/nursery/chatterbox-pre-school-limited-le2-6te-ey497171) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Glenhills Pre-School Leicester · LE2 9JD ](/nursery/glenhills-pre-school-le2-9jd-ey558543) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### South Leicestershire College Nursery Wigston · LE18 4PL ](/nursery/south-leicestershire-college-nursery-le18-4pl-ey410558) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Stars (Leicester) Leicester · LE2 8PH 3.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/little-stars-leicester-ltd-le2-8ph-ey470492) [See all nurseries in Leicester →](/search?q=Leicester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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