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Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC # Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · Trevelyan House, 7 Church Street, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6NT · Hertfordshire Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Playschool Nursery (also known as Whanau Day Nursery in Welwyn Garden City) is an independent, family-owned establishment dedicated to providing exceptional childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located in Trevelyan House, 7 Church Road, Welwyn Garden City, this nursery aims to inspire young minds to flourish and become lifelong learners within a structured and vibrant environment. The nursery prioritises high standards of care, offering spacious buildings that support children's development and growth. With in-house chefs preparing meals to Food for Life accreditation standards, the nursery ensures children receive nutritious food. Playschool Nursery is part of a wider group with settings in Harpenden and St Albans, all operating with consistent opening hours from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and open 52 weeks a year, closing only for bank holidays. The team is committed to fostering a supportive community where children can socialise and learn from an early age, embodying values of passion, professionalism, commitment, care, honesty, and collaboration. They also emphasise continuous development of their standards and facilities to ensure the best possible start for every child. Our ethos Whanau Day Nursery is a family-owned, independent nursery. Our aim is a simple one – to provide the highest standards of childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Over the years, we have applied this ethos to everything we do. Our vision and values are: "Together we strive for excellence, inspiring everyone to flourish and be life-long learners." We are Passionate, Professional, Committed, Caring, Honest, and Collaborative. What it's like Staff comfort and reassure babies when they start at the nursery, and they quickly settle to sleep with cuddles and comforters from home. Children are familiar with the routine, sit together for breakfast, and become independent in meeting their own needs. They learn to communicate their feelings from a young age, recognising and confidently talking about the emotions of others. Family-owned Food for Life accredited Structured learning environment Open 52 weeks a year ## Pricing & funding 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 Food In-house chefs cook to Food for Life accreditation standards. Opening hours 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10243916 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189434)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY466391) 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 ](http://www.playschoolnursery.co.uk/) Trevelyan House, 7 Church Street, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6NT Opening hours 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday [© 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#/-0.20727/51.7999/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Welwyn Garden City - [Day nurseries in Welwyn Garden City](/search?q=Welwyn+Garden+City) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=playschool-nursery-welwyn-gc-al8-6nt-ey466391) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC Last inspected 17 June 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff comfort and reassure babies when they start at the nursery, and they quickly settle to sleep with cuddles and comforters from home. Children are familiar with the routine, sit together for breakfast, and become independent in meeting their own needs. They learn to communicate their feelings from a young age, recognising and confidently talking about the emotions of others. Inspector highlights - Children receive consistently good levels of care across the nursery, with robust processes and good hygiene routines. - Children become effective communicators, using sign language and developing confident speech by pre-school. - Staff know the children extremely well, gathering information from parents to plan relevant and differentiated activities. - The management team is highly reflective and responds to staff feedback, utilising their interests to enhance the nursery. - Managers recognise the importance of staff well-being, with trained 'well-being ambassadors' and regular supervision meetings. Areas to develop - 1 help staff to respond promptly when pre-school children lose focus in whole- group activities so that they can make the most of their learning opportunities. Inspection #10243916 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189434) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Some children need more support, such as those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They develop well, thanks to staff's positive interactions and close monitoring of their progress. Inspection history Date: February 2014 - June 2022 Good - July 2017 Good - February 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC ### What is Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information on fees for Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC? ### Does Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC? ### What is Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC's approach to children with special educational needs? ### Is Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC part of a larger group? ### Does Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC provide meals for the children? ### How does Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC help children communicate? ### Can I contact Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC by phone? ## About the setting Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC registered in 2013 and employs 14 members of childcare staff, with eight holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery opens from 7.30am until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, providing funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. URN EY466391 Registered person Playschool Nursery (Welwyn GC) LLP 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 Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Welwyn Garden City Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Playschool Nursery Welwyn GC. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Kids Inc Day Nursery Welwyn Garden City · AL8 6HG 4.8(22 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-inc-day-nursery-al8-6hg-2715474) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Rowan Tree Day Nursery Welwyn Garden City · AL8 6QW ](/nursery/rowan-tree-day-nursery-al8-6qw-496768) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Squirrels Nurseries (Welwyn) Welwyn Garden City · AL7 3RP 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/squirrels-nurseries-welwyn-al7-3rp-ey276945) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### 4kidz Childcare @ Gosling Hertfordshire · AL8 6XE 4.9(17 reviews) ](/nursery/4kidz-childcare-ltd-gosling-al8-6xe) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Little Tulips Day Nursery Welwyn Garden City · AL7 3TP 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-tulips-day-nursery-al7-3tp-ey491553) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Welwyn Garden City Welwyn Garden City · AL7 1TN 4.7(14 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-welwyn-garden-city-al7-1tn-ey308307) [See all nurseries in Welwyn Garden City →](/search?q=Welwyn+Garden+City) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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