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Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock) # Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · 4.5 (16 parent reviews) · Butterfield House, Hitchin Street, Baldock, SG7 6AE · Hertfordshire Number of places 100 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Hertfordshire 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 Puddleducks Day Nursery, established in 1995, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years in Baldock, Hertfordshire. Situated in a charming Grade II listed building, the nursery focuses on a child-led approach to education, encouraging exploration, creativity, and the development of essential life skills. Our ethos Puddleducks Day Nursery is committed to fostering children's well-being through a child-led approach, encouraging exploration and creativity. Their educational philosophy is guided by the Reggio Emilia approach. What it's like Children enthusiastically embrace the activities and resources that staff provide to help them explore and learn, and move freely between rooms and the garden. Staff read to children, fostering a love for books and contributing to their growing vocabulary. By the time they leave for school, children are confident and articulate individuals. Established 1995 Child-led learning Forest School Reggio Emilia inspired approach ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.puddleducksbaldock.com/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm (extended care from 7:30am to 6:30pm can be arranged) Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock) Last inspected 19 September 2024 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 Children enthusiastically embrace the activities and resources that staff provide to help them explore and learn, and move freely between rooms and the garden. Staff read to children, fostering a love for books and contributing to their growing vocabulary. By the time they leave for school, children are confident and articulate individuals. Inspector highlights - Children enthusiastically make use of natural resources, triggering curiosity and creativity. - Staff gather detailed information from parents to incorporate familiar routines and activities from the start. - Partnerships with parents are good, with parents reporting that leaders and staff are "highly approachable". - Children enthusiastically join in activities linking to books and stories, with resources left out for repeated engagement. - Children develop skills to promote good health and hygiene over time. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to recognise when to add even more targeted challenges to children's self-chosen play and investigations - 2 encourage staff to consistently help children to develop a strong understanding of why it is important to follow the positive health and hygiene routines that are in place. Inspection #10321027 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260119) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock) Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10321027 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260119)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/146487) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.puddleducksbaldock.com/) Butterfield House, Hitchin Street, Baldock, SG7 6AE [© 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#/-0.19052/51.98907/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Baldock - [Day nurseries in Baldock](/search?q=Baldock) - [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=puddleducks-day-nursery-baldock-limited-sg7-6ae-146487) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children move around the rooms and garden, choosing what they would like to investigate or play with. Children follow simple instructions, such as lining up before they return into the building from the garden. The inspector observed activities in the group rooms and garden. ## Parent Reviews of Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock) 4.5 (16) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJphTbHrwaYpgLT7JpT3mSeXmmix0buK1G4BquCf43gxFgXEw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Enikő Kostyál 6 years ago We have been to different swim classes before, however we do find that classes at puddleducks are very well organised, they always have something to do, so children don't get bored. Our daughter's confidence has improved quite a lot, and she is getting better and better after each lessons. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwbGJYX0tBEAE!2m1!1s0x48762d7d458699b5:0xfefa45d9fa03f009) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXCb-B_qA6XB_710EhmUE_rhcsPBeOWz9yM9vK4OWhAN1LMg6WSJA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Claire Marsh 6 years ago We've been going to Puddleducks since my son was about 5months, he is now 14months old. We love going, it's been a really good way for us to bond. We enjoy the classes each week and he is really picking up on the signals. He is so confident and happy in the water. I can see us being part of the Puddleducks family for many years to come. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwNWZPaUtBEAE!2m1!1s0x48762d7d458699b5:0xfefa45d9fa03f009) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJaSRIp7ocY-rKZbod8sXz5z4vAZnt-Nffl1F3RgpSH7ye7lw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Anika Shah 6 years ago Absolutely fabulous classes !!! 😊 Been going since my little one was 4 months old and he's now 18 months and absolutely loves it ! He has learnt so much and it's such a great life skill to have! The classes are so well structured and the teachers are fab! We love our puddle ducks class every week! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwNVkyVlRREAE!2m1!1s0x48762d7d458699b5:0xfefa45d9fa03f009) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIPuG1W-RA_BAZjF59f8Gw2RcyYdB1rg2Ccp6mGFTucTuOCeA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Justin Burton 6 years ago Great swimming lessons, started when our little one was 12months and wish we had started sooner. They have been fantastic for building her confidence in the water and our instructor, Bec, is very friendly and encouraging. The pool we attend is great- clean and warm and very child friendly. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwOWZtQldnEAE!2m1!1s0x48762d7d458699b5:0xfefa45d9fa03f009) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJsAIcZbS2hj9IhArkOjmScW_gcPy2zBQ7ljP1yViNYLqM7rw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sandra Lentowczyk 6 years ago We have joined Puddleducks about two years ago when our little girl was about 2 months and we love it since then. All of the Teachers we met are extremely friendly and have just perfect attitudes for babies/toddlers. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwNWJlcGZnEAE!2m1!1s0x48762d7d458699b5:0xfefa45d9fa03f009) Reviews from Google for Puddleducks Day Nursery (Baldock). 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