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Playaway Day Nursery UK # Playaway Day Nursery UK Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · The Corner House, 1 Maddocks Slade, BURNHAM-ON-SEA, TA8 2AN · Somerset Number of places 33 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Somerset 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 Playaway Day Nursery, located in Burnham-on-Sea, offers an unhurried, hands-on, and wonder-filled childhood experience inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. The nursery views children as curious and capable learners, fostering an environment where their ideas are explored and valued. Daily activities are influenced by the seasons, with a strong emphasis on outdoor play, encouraging children to engage in climbing, building, imagining, and creating using natural materials and shared discoveries. This approach aims to provide an 'old-school childhood' experience within a warm and nurturing setting, allowing children to explore, question, and develop at their individual pace. The nursery's philosophy is further shaped by humanist and socio-constructivist principles, particularly those of Malaguzzi and Vygotsky, ensuring a child-centred practice that prioritises access to high-quality indoor and outdoor provision. Playaway Day Nursery caters to children aged three months to five years, integrating them across age ranges at various points throughout the day to promote reciprocity and shared learning experiences. The nursery boasts a long-standing reputation for excellence, with an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating maintained for nearly two decades. They also focus on building strong relationships with parents through dedicated key workers and open communication, offering a child-led curriculum that promotes curiosity and creativity. The facility is located at 1 Maddocks Slade, Somerset, TA8 2AN. Our ethos At Playaway nursery, childhood is unhurried, hands-on, and full of wonder. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we see children as curious, capable learners who thrive when their ideas are listened to and explored. Our approach is underpinned by a long-standing reputation for excellence, with Ofsted recognising the quality of our provision as Outstanding for almost two decades. Playaway Day Nursery is child centred, its practices stemming from children’s right to access the highest quality provision, both in and outdoors in which their individual needs are met holistically, through the key person approach and personalised learning. What it's like Children flourish in a highly stimulating and inspiring environment at this unique nursery. Children are made to feel extremely welcome by staff, who greet them warmly. Staff are attentive and provide high levels of exceptional care, which meets the needs of all children. Children's emotional well-being is supported exceptionally well. They spend time in 'family groups' where staff tailor the environment and their teaching to support children's emerging interests. Reggio Emilia inspired Outstanding Ofsted rating Nature-focused play Child-centred approach ## Pricing & funding Charges apply for funded children who opt to include consumables. These are billed as a weekly charge covering both consumables and enhanced provision, with different rates depending on whether the child receives 11 or 22 funded hours per week. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Charges apply when accessing government funding and opting to include consumables. - Weekly fees contribute towards both consumables and enhanced provision. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Playaway Day Nursery UK Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10125873 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174887)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY436849) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=playaway-day-nursery-uk-ltd-ta8-2an-ey436849) ## Key facts Age range 3 months to 5 years Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Playaway Day Nursery UK Last inspected 25 November 2021 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children flourish in a highly stimulating and inspiring environment at this unique nursery. Children are made to feel extremely welcome by staff, who greet them warmly. Staff are attentive and provide high levels of exceptional care, which meets the needs of all children. Children's emotional well-being is supported exceptionally well. They spend time in 'family groups' where staff tailor the environment and their teaching to support children's emerging interests. Inspector highlights - The management team are reflective and very passionate about continually improving the quality of the nursery. - Teaching is consistently of a high quality throughout the nursery. - Children skilfully use a range of equipment in the outdoor area, such as balancing blocks, large tyres and planks. This encourages children to take part in challenging physical activities and take age-appropriate risks. - Mealtimes are a social occasion where staff and children talk about their day. - Children's behaviour is superb. Inspection #10125873 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174887) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very positively about the nursery, and they state they cannot recommend the nursery highly enough. > They comment on the comprehensive daily feedback they receive. > They are extremely happy with their children's achievements and progress. > Parents report that their children are ready for school. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children make the best possible progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and two-year-olds in receipt of funding. Outdoor space Children skilfully use a range of equipment in the outdoor area, such as balancing blocks, large tyres and planks. This encourages children to take part in challenging physical activities and take age-appropriate risks. Children also play an active role in assessing and reducing risks as they discuss the safety of the equipment and resources with staff. ## Parent Reviews of Playaway Day Nursery UK 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVS-mTmcq-djlZVJsEaavsRhuvoIHNiicwYGmqM6uZBgUKQOeyulQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) James Meager 9 years ago Great nursery. Looked after our two eldest, giving them confidence. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRMnZ6a1pREAE!2m1!1s0x4872013ee6229171:0xf52a9bdcde121e74) Reviews from Google for Playaway Day Nursery UK. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17666103861235031668&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2012 - November 2021 Outstanding - February 2015 Outstanding - May 2012 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Playaway Day Nursery UK ### What is Playaway Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Playaway Day Nursery? ### Does Playaway Day Nursery accept funded hours? ### What age range does Playaway Day Nursery cater for? ### Does Playaway Day Nursery support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? ### What approach does Playaway Day Nursery take to early years education? ### How does Playaway Day Nursery incorporate outdoor play? ### What do parents say about Playaway Day Nursery? ### How can I contact Playaway Day Nursery? ## About the setting Playaway Day Nursery UK Ltd registered as a limited company in 2011. It is situated in a converted house in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset. The nursery provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years. The management team are all qualified to level 6, one holds an early years degree, one has early years professional status and the other early years teacher status. All other staff are qualified to level 3 with the exception of two apprentices. 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