Puddleducks

About this day nursery

Puddleducks, established in 2020, is a well-regarded childcare setting in Northampton, operating from the Blacky More Community Centre. Open Monday to Friday, from 9am until 3pm during term-time, it offers a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4 years.

The nursery received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 3rd May 2023. Children are welcomed by friendly staff, quickly forming secure relationships that help them feel safe and confident.

This positive atmosphere encourages children to develop friendships and engage politely, learning to share and help one another. The curriculum, designed by the manager and staff, supports children across the seven areas of learning, ensuring they make good progress.

For instance, children develop hand strength for early writing by moulding playdough and independently select resources. Puddleducks places a strong emphasis on developing physical skills, with children encouraged to climb and challenge themselves in the garden.

The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is good; the SENDCo works closely with staff and parents to ensure children receive the necessary help and make good progress. Parents have positively noted that their children develop confidence and make friends, and they appreciate the regular updates on their child's progress.

What it's like

Children are welcomed by friendly staff, forming secure relationships that help them feel safe and confident. They develop friendships and play well together, learning to share and engage politely with others. Children also show independence in selecting resources and making good progress in their learning, for example, developing hand strength for writing.

Pricing & funding