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Playmates Day Nursery # Playmates Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2021) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 279 Hamil Road, Stoke-On-Trent, ST6 1BD · Stoke-on-Trent Number of places 32 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2021 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Playmates Day Nursery, established in 2018, is a childcare setting in Stoke-On-Trent offering a warm and inclusive environment for children aged 0-4 years. 30pm, the nursery focuses on an effective balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children are observed to be happy, confident, and making good progress from their starting points, developing strong bonds with attentive staff. The nursery excels in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with staff working closely with parents and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes. Outdoor learning is a key part of the curriculum, with opportunities for children to develop physical skills and explore in the fresh air, including regular outings to the local park for climbing activities. The curriculum also encourages an understanding of the world, including life cycles and diverse cultures, and children have many opportunities to explore their senses with activities like smelling different herbs. Staff also support early literacy and language development, fostering a love of books and helping older children with early writing skills. What it's like Children arrive at the nursery happy and eager to learn. Parents and children are greeted warmly by the professional and friendly staff, who create an inviting and inclusive environment for all children. Children are making good progress from their starting points and learn through an effective balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children are extremely confident and their behaviour is exemplary, playing cooperatively and developing special friendships. Supportive Staff Strong Progress Engaging Activities Outdoor Learning SEND Support Literacy Focus ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, from 7.30am until 5.30pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Playmates Day Nursery Last inspected 24 June 2021 · Angela Hulme Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive at the nursery happy and eager to learn. Parents and children are greeted warmly by the professional and friendly staff, who create an inviting and inclusive environment for all children. Children are making good progress from their starting points and learn through an effective balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children are extremely confident and their behaviour is exemplary, playing cooperatively and developing special friendships. Inspector highlights - Staff support children's early literacy and language development well. - The manager has developed strong links with local schools to support smooth transitions. - Children are curious and eager to learn, with impressive concentration skills. - Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively. - All children have many opportunities to explore their senses. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the monitoring of staff performance to further raise the consistency of the good teaching that already takes place. Inspection #10174762 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166213) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Playmates Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2021 Inspection no. 10174762 Lead inspector Angela Hulme [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166213)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY556112) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=playmates-day-nursery-st6-1bd-ey556112) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say their children are always happy to go to the nursery and have made good progress since attending. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively. The manager and staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that they are well equipped to improve outcomes for children with SEND. Outdoor space Children have opportunities to develop their physical skills outside in the fresh air. They have fun throwing beanbags to see how far they go. Children take part in regular outings to the local park, where they can challenge themselves on larger climbing equipment. ## Parent Reviews of Playmates Day Nursery 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUUAHGwCsWVqjnhFKr0YXcHjHJQN42wy1vEshzRGtnyreOUwZra=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kelly Boreham 3 months ago My daughter has attended this nursery since she was 9 months old (now 3). She loves it. The staff are friendly, helpful, flexible and great with my daughter. Can't praise them highly enough. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tVNU5tZHBjME5XYmpSclpuTkhObTFVVUhkSFJFRRAB!2m1!1s0x487a42f3dd97fd65:0xca59f49135b9cb05) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIYg82QQzElZ21BqWvNpltP6gJErIGMvD-EwcVVp6SevwAy7Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Bolaji Ezekiel 2 years ago My little one has had visits here and all the staff have been absolutely amazing. They’ve made me confident in knowing my boy will be in good hands. They appear to be competent. I would recommend until proven otherwise. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKMV93WhAB!2m1!1s0x487a42f3dd97fd65:0xca59f49135b9cb05) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKO0jasU_OiJgBPAKjYsnWa74Dmz_JesAtzDDuYK7zAZuWrDA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Maria Everill 12 years ago My little boy went there and was very well cared for by brilliant staff who were dedicated to their job.A very welcoming and happy feeling on entering the nursery environment.Would recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBMnYzUVRREAE!2m1!1s0x487a42f3dd97fd65:0xca59f49135b9cb05) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKJQZmAb_4GZP_2nr2g_Bb2ibh_ryD3jDu6vZ3LiOFozDPgTQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Camilla Daria 2 years ago The best nursery! 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