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The staff were just standing around.\nNo activities were going on for the kids.\nNo area for kids to sleep. They were just placed in a run down room where they play soft play.", "datePublished": "2021-05-26T19:42:47.451988Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dan Oxlade" }, "reviewBody": "Highly recommended, our son (13 months) has been going for a couple of months now and loves it so much he gets excited in the mornings when we're getting in the car! 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This indicates that the nursery provides a high standard of care and education, ensuring children are in a nurturing and stimulating environment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I find information on fees for Play Out Ipswich?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Play Out Ipswich doesn't list its fees directly on its profile but encourages you to visit their website for a full list of fees. You can find more details there regarding their pricing structure." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Play Out Ipswich offer funded hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Play Out Ipswich accepts several government funding options. This includes the 15 hours universal for 3 and 4-year-olds, the 30 hours working parent entitlement for 3 and 4-year-olds, and Tax-Free Childcare." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours for Play Out Ipswich?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Play Out Ipswich is open daily from 7:30 am to 6 pm, offering consistent childcare for families. This allows for flexibility in dropping off and picking up children throughout the day." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Play Out Ipswich have an outdoor play area?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely! Play Out Ipswich boasts a large, secure outdoor space for children to explore. It features \"hills, established trees for climbing, and tree swings, with a unique hill-embedded slide becoming a water slide in the summer,\" promoting active and imaginative play." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Play Out Ipswich provide meals for children?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Play Out Ipswich prioritises healthy eating and provides meals for the children. They have a communal dining experience where \"children can observe the chef preparing fresh ingredients,\" and staff join them to foster conversation." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is unique about the meal experience at Play Out Ipswich?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "At Play Out Ipswich, meals are a special, communal experience in a dedicated dining room. Children get to \"observe the chef preparing fresh ingredients,\" and staff dine with them, encouraging conversation and a sense of community. They even have a weekly cooking club!" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Play Out Ipswich offer any other services besides nursery care?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Play Out Ipswich also runs a holiday club for school-aged children during school breaks. This club operates from 8 am to 6 pm and includes \"homemade meals and a themed timetable that includes exciting days out and visits to local attractions.\"" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I get in touch with Play Out Ipswich?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can easily contact Play Out Ipswich by calling them on 01473 724549, or if you prefer, you can send them an email at ipswich@play-out.co.uk. They also have a comprehensive website for more information." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Play Out Ipswich # Play Out Ipswich Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 4.3 (6 parent reviews) · Ormiston Families, 333 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich, IP3 9BU · Suffolk **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered May 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places 71 places Age range — Last inspected — Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Play Out Children's Nursery in Ipswich offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to learn and develop through a rich learning experience. Rated "GOOD" by Ofsted, the nursery boasts a team of highly experienced and passionate staff dedicated to supporting each child's growth. The nursery operates from 7:30 am to 6 pm daily and provides an all-inclusive package that includes nappies and wipes. Children benefit from a large, secure outdoor space featuring hills, established trees for climbing, and tree swings, with a unique hill-embedded slide becoming a water slide in the summer. Meals are a communal experience, served in a dining room where children can observe the chef preparing fresh ingredients. Staff join the children for meals, fostering conversation and a sense of community. The nursery also hosts a weekly cooking club, allowing children to create their own snacks and teas. Additionally, Play Out offers a holiday club for school-aged children during holidays, running from 8 am to 6 pm and providing homemade meals and a themed timetable that includes exciting days out and visits to local attractions. Ofsted rated "GOOD" All-inclusive fees (nappies & wipes incl.) Large outdoor space with natural features Communal dining & cooking club Holiday club for school-aged children ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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 7.30am to 6pm daily ## Parent Reviews of Play Out Ipswich 4.3 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKgXT7q6KrS2MfD_pxrx2uKiRFC5Nw9csTsoqc1qJ5HseX1CA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Kim Godbold 4 years ago Went here today for a look around for a possibility of my son starting nursery here. I've never been more shocked in a nursery. Don't go by the photos on there website otherwise you'll be highly disappointed. It's VERY run down and kids weren't really doing anything. The staff were just standing around. No activities were going on for the kids. No area for kids to sleep. They were just placed in a run down room where they play soft play. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxLU43ZWhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d99f7e3b71ba35:0x6fbc2324b416b06e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV-Q-ABBhob_utNb33PaMYLZVIeUO-GdjW7Gp-hA7O83bMjmB8Ovg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Dan Oxlade 2 years ago Highly recommended, our son (13 months) has been going for a couple of months now and loves it so much he gets excited in the mornings when we're getting in the car! Staff are all really friendly and welcoming. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNENzlLUVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d99f7e3b71ba35:0x6fbc2324b416b06e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL7FfIyy9x9tA25r_mSuMY9vUWSDFQA1ygCRjTITvdNU1e3nA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mr West 4 years ago My son has been going here for 3 years and he has developed so much due to the safe structured environment the nursery provides. Would definitely recommend to others. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxdElXMFNBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d99f7e3b71ba35:0x6fbc2324b416b06e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ0Nvc32MXRY9SFXBqyv8qT9feSDr9kMxgDUcfY5teSgr1JUg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) kayliegh louise berry a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyM291OERBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d99f7e3b71ba35:0x6fbc2324b416b06e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU_TYf65ilAyCpJIDxIs7dRbcH4n-_IcWzAyyxRw513LTIbim0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jon Shapcott 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMxX3BQSW9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d99f7e3b71ba35:0x6fbc2324b416b06e) Reviews from Google for Play Out Ipswich. 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