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Puddleducks Day Nursery # Puddleducks Day Nursery in Brackley Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 30a High Street, Croughton, Brackley, NN13 5LT · West Northamptonshire Number of places 34 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority West Northamptonshire 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 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 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 →](http://www.puddleducksnursery.com/) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Puddleducks Day Nursery Last inspected 24 July 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 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 - 1 support staff to focus more precisely on the intent for children's learning during adult-led activities. Inspection #10337208 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255370) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Puddleducks Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10337208 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255370)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY218008) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=puddleducks-day-nursery-nn13-5lt-ey218008) 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. ## Parent Reviews of Puddleducks Day Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJm_Te5wDK4CJQiBUFOmOo3jLLb3ojrbVDMrhCO-pzidaSHww=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lauren Brunt 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDanBITXRRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876df758d2f6703:0xeab2bd9708e96267) Reviews from Google for Puddleducks Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16911788007116857959&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2009 - July 2024 Good - August 2018 Good - September 2015 Good - November 2014 Requires improvement - February 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Puddleducks Day Nursery ### What is Puddleducks Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Puddleducks Day Nursery? ### What age range does Puddleducks Day Nursery cater For? ### Does Puddleducks Day Nursery have a good outdoor space? ### How does Puddleducks Day Nursery support children with special educational needs? ### How can I contact 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 ## Nearby day nurseries in Brackley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Puddleducks Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Puddleducks Pre School Brackley · NN13 5LT ](/nursery/puddleducks-pre-school-nn13-5lt-ey485372) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Newbottle and Charlton Pre-School Banbury · OX17 3DL ](/nursery/newbottle-and-charlton-pre-school-ox17-3dl-220293) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.2 mi ### Kings Sutton Pre-School Playgroup Banbury · OX17 3RT ](/nursery/kings-sutton-pre-school-playgroup-ox17-3rt-220294) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Lily Pad Day Nursery Brackley · NN13 6EQ ](/nursery/lily-pad-day-nursery-nn13-6eq-2691452) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.2 mi ### Crazy 4 Kids Radstone Nursery & Out Of School Club Brackley · NN13 6RG 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/crazy-4-kids-radstone-nursery-out-of-school-club-nn13-6rg-ey563138) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.4 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Adderbury Banbury · OX17 3SX ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-adderbury-ox17-3sx-2721071) [See all nurseries in Brackley →](/search?q=Brackley) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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