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Polly's Day Nursery # Polly's Day Nursery in Stroud (GL5) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2020) · Pollys Day Nursery, The Dye House, STROUD, GL5 5EZ · Gloucestershire Number of places 50 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2020 Local authority Gloucestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Polly's Day Nursery, established in 2002, offers an outstanding early years provision for children aged 0-4 years, as rated by Ofsted on 4th February 2020. Open all year, the nursery provides an exciting and safe environment with an extensive range of high-quality natural resources, including china, metal and wood. Children are highly motivated, confident, and eager to learn, making rapid progress in all areas of their development. The dedicated staff team, known for their high expectations and excellent knowledge of the curriculum, ensure that children's individual needs are met through precise observations, assessments, and planning. Children have easy access to stimulating outdoor spaces, where they can explore and learn about the world around them. The nursery places a strong focus on fostering independence, excellent social skills, and exceptional communication and language development, ensuring children are well-supported in their emotional growth. Any learning gaps are quickly identified and addressed. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. Our ethos Polly's Day Nursery is committed to the holistic development of children in a secure environment, fostering confidence and a joyful learning experience. Their approach integrates indoor spaces designed to encourage exploration across the EYFS curriculum. What it's like Children are highly motivated, confident and eager to learn, and they thoroughly enjoy their time at the nursery. Staff have high expectations for the children and they encourage children in everything they do. Children make rapid progress in all areas of their learning and development. Outstanding quality of care Exceptional communication skills Strong emotional development Easy access to outdoors Skilled and dedicated staff Rapid progress in learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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 Age range 0.9-5 yr Term time / All Year All Year Waitlist waiting list ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Polly's Day Nursery Inspection date Feb 2020 Inspection no. 10119170 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50146880)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY153243) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=polly-s-day-nursery-gl5-5ez-ey153243) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Polly's Day Nursery Last inspected 4 February 2020 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 are highly motivated, confident and eager to learn, and they thoroughly enjoy their time at the nursery. Staff have high expectations for the children and they encourage children in everything they do. Children make rapid progress in all areas of their learning and development. Inspector highlights - The exceptionally strong team of staff is highly motivated, inspirational and dedicated to provide excellent quality of care. - Children develop exceptional communication and language skills. - Children are supported exceptionally well in their emotional development. - All children have easy access to the outdoor spaces. Staff provide interesting and stimulating areas for children to explore and learn about the world around them. - Staff know the children exceptionally well. They build on what children already know extremely well and have an excellent knowledge of the curriculum. Inspection #10119170 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50146880) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Precise observations, assessments and planning ensure that each child's individual needs are met exceptionally well. Highly effective monitoring by staff and the manager ensures that any gaps in learning are quickly identified and are acted upon. Outdoor space All children have easy access to the outdoor spaces. Staff provide interesting and stimulating areas for children to explore and learn about the world around them. Younger children are encouraged to find and try to put on their shoes, coats and hats ready for going outside. Inspection history Date: April 2015 - February 2020 Outstanding - April 2015 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Polly's Day Nursery ### What is Polly's Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Does Polly's Day Nursery accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Polly's Day Nursery? ### What age range does Polly's Day Nursery cater to? ### How long has Polly's Day Nursery been established? ### How does Polly's Day Nursery support children's emotional development? ### Does Polly's Day Nursery have outdoor facilities? ### How does Polly's Day Nursery address special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ### How can I contact Polly's Day Nursery? ## About the setting Polly's Day Nursery registered in 2002 and is one of two privately owned nurseries. It is located in Inchbrook, near to Stroud and Nailsworth. The nursery employs 19 members of childcare staff, with 16 holding early years qualifications at level 2, 3, or 4. All staff hold a current paediatric first-aid qualification. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year, from 8am to 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY153243 Registered person Mr D Mead & Mrs A Mead Partnership Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Registers, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in STROUD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Polly's Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Nailsworth Playgroup Stroud · GL6 0ET ](/nursery/nailsworth-playgroup-gl6-0et-101852) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Kings Stanley Playgroup Kings Stanley · GL10 3PN ](/nursery/kings-stanley-playgroup-gl10-3pn-101487) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### St Matthews Playgroup Gloucestershire · GL5 4LH ](/nursery/st-matthews-playgroup-gl5-4lh-101674) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Sunlands Kindergarten Stroud · GL5 4EX ](/nursery/sunlands-kindergarten-gl5-4ex-ey540224) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School, Cainscross Caincross · GL5 4JG ](/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-and-pre-school-cainscross-gl5-4jg-ey282250) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Curious Caterpillars Day Nursery Stroud · GL5 4HL 4.2(6 reviews) ](/nursery/curious-caterpillars-day-nursery-gl5-4hl-ey488416) [See all nurseries in STROUD →](/search?q=STROUD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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