Term time / All Year
All Year
Puddleducks Day Nursery in Brackley
Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2024)
Number of places
34 places
Age range
0–2 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2024
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
About this day nursery
Puddleducks Day Nursery in Brackley provides all-year care for children from birth to two years old. At its inspection in July 2024, Ofsted rated the day nursery as Good. The inspector noted that staff know the children well and create a calm environment where they form close bonds, helping children to feel safe and settle quickly. Children were observed to have high levels of confidence, a positive attitude to learning, and strong relationships with the adults who care for them.
According to Ofsted, leaders have devised a curriculum offering a wide set of experiences, and partnerships with parents are strong. The inspector highlighted the outdoor learning environment, which inspires children's curiosity and where their physical development is promoted. Children also take part in walks to local parks, a farm and around the village. To improve, the inspector recommended that staff focus more precisely on the intended learning during adult-led activities.
What it's like
Children enjoy their time at this welcoming and homely nursery. Staff know the children well and develop close bonds, helping children feel safe and secure. Children leave their parents with ease and settle quickly into their day. Staff create a calm environment and use daily routines to help children understand what is coming next.
Pricing & funding
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Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Puddleducks Day Nursery
Last inspected 24 July 2024
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 enjoy their time at this welcoming and homely nursery. Staff know the children well and develop close bonds, helping children feel safe and secure. Children leave their parents with ease and settle quickly into their day. Staff create a calm environment and use daily routines to help children understand what is coming next.
Inspector highlights
- Children show high levels of confidence in their interactions with adults and have a positive attitude to learning.
- Children thrive in the exciting outdoor learning environment that inspires their curiosity.
- Staff are positive role models and are consistent with expected behaviours.
- Leaders have devised a curriculum that offers children a wide set of experiences that prepare them for their next stage of learning.
- Partnerships with parents are strong.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to focus more precisely on the intent for children's learning during adult-led activities.
Inspection #10337208 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Outdoor space
Children thrive in the exciting outdoor learning environment that inspires their curiosity. Staff encourage babies to become inquisitive and confident learners and promote their physical development outdoors. Children also go on walks to the local parks, farm and around the village.
Google Reviews of Puddleducks Day Nursery
5.0
(1 Google review)
Lauren Brunt
5 years ago
Reviews from Google for Puddleducks Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps
Inspection history
Date: February 2009
- July 2024Good
- August 2018Good
- September 2015Good
- November 2014Requires improvement
- February 2009Good
Frequently asked about Puddleducks Day Nursery
About the setting
Puddleducks Day Nursery registered in 2002. It employs 18 members of childcare staff, with 16 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The provider and manager hold management qualifications at level 5. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round, with sessions from 8am until 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-year-old children.
- URN
- EY218008
- Registered person
- Grant, Lesley
- 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
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