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Puddleducks Wrest Park # Puddleducks Wrest Park Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 66a Wrest Park, Bedford, MK45 4HS · Central Bedfordshire Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Central Bedfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Puddleducks Nurseries, with a branch located in Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, prioritises a child-centric approach to early years education. The nursery group is dedicated to providing high standards of care, development, and education within environments that are safe and encouraging. They believe that every child is unique and therefore take the time to understand individual needs, strengths, and interests. The passionate team at Puddleducks aims to create a loving and supportive atmosphere where children's wellbeing is paramount, fostering a sense of safety, confidence, and inspiration to learn and grow at their own pace. Emphasising a nurturing environment, the nursery encourages natural exploration and development, ultimately allowing children to flourish. Puddleducks is committed to collaborating with families and the local community to ensure that children have the happiest possible start to their learning journey, and they are recognised by Ofsted and work with relevant local authorities. Our ethos At Puddleducks we believe every child deserves care that’s as unique as they are. That’s why we take the time to understand each child’s individual needs, strengths, and interests. Our passionate team creates a loving, supportive environment where wellbeing comes first – helping every child feel safe, confident, and inspired to learn and grow at their own pace. With wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, our nurturing environment encourages children to explore, develop naturally, and flourish in their own wonderful ways. What it's like Children demonstrate good levels of confidence at this nursery. Babies settle with familiar staff, snuggling with them for comfort and reassurance, which helps build their self-assurance. Older children speak clearly and staff respond with genuine care and interest, giving children a sense of belonging. Child-centric approach Safe & encouraging environment Wellbeing-focused Community links Ofsted recognised ## 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://puddle-duck.com/contact-us/) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Food Homemade Meals ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Puddleducks Wrest Park Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10196997 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174877)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY549141) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=puddleducks-nursery-mk45-4hs-ey549141) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Puddleducks Wrest Park Last inspected 29 November 2021 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 demonstrate good levels of confidence at this nursery. Babies settle with familiar staff, snuggling with them for comfort and reassurance, which helps build their self-assurance. Older children speak clearly and staff respond with genuine care and interest, giving children a sense of belonging. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate good levels of confidence. - Children have a range of opportunities to build up strength in their small finger and hand muscles. - The leadership team has a clear overview of the nursery. - Children build on their understanding of mathematical concepts through a variety of activities. - Independence is integrated into everyday routines. Areas to develop - 1 refine further the focus for professional development so that all staff develop their teaching skills to the highest levels - 2 help staff extend children's learning when there are spontaneous opportunities, to help children think of their own ideas without giving them the answer first. Inspection #10196997 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174877) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the staff and all they do for their children. > They say they can see the difference in their children's vocabulary since attending nursery. > Parents feel their children are safe at nursery because all the staff, including the chef, work together with them to meet their children's needs, such as allergies. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff, alongside the nursery special educational needs and disabilities coordinator, identify children who are not meeting age-related expectations. They work hard to help ensure children do not fall behind in their development and contact expert professionals for advice and to support the whole family. Outdoor space Outside, children marvel at the ice that has formed overnight. They spend time independently investigating how to break the ice to get to the toys that are stuck. They find different tools and utensils and take turns to see which work best. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2021 Date: May 2021 - November 2021 Good - May 2021 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Puddleducks Wrest Park ### What is Puddleducks Wrest Park's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Puddleducks Wrest Park? ### Does Puddleducks Wrest Park offer places for young babies? ### What is the approach to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) at Puddleducks Wrest Park? ### What kind of outdoor experiences do children have at Puddleducks Wrest Park? ### How does Puddleducks Wrest Park support children's confidence and sense of belonging? ### How does Puddleducks Wrest Park ensure children's independence? ### How can I get in touch with Puddleducks Wrest Park? ## About the setting Puddleducks Nursery registered in 2017 and is owned by a limited company that runs two other nurseries. It employs nine members of childcare staff, seven of whom are qualified, with one member qualified to level 5. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions from 8am until 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY549141 Registered person Rosedale Nursery Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Inadequate ## Nearby day nurseries in Bedford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Puddleducks Wrest Park. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Gravenhurst & Villages Pre-School & Extended Services Bedford · MK45 4JF ](/nursery/gravenhurst-and-villages-pre-school-mk45-4jf-ey396049) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.5 mi ### Orchard School & Nursery Bedford · MK45 4LT ](/nursery/orchard-school-nursery-mk45-4lt-ey350158) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### Fordfield Nursery Ruxox House Bedford · MK45 5BN ](/nursery/fordfield-nursery-ltd-ruxox-house-mk45-5bn-ey366384) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### The Family Tree Day Nursery Shefford · SG17 5BH ](/nursery/the-family-tree-day-nursery-sg17-5bh-ey489726) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.6 mi ### Merry Poppets Nursery Bedford · MK45 1BP 3.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/merry-poppets-nursery-ltd-mk45-1bp-ey463599) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Merry Poppets Nursery Beds · MK45 2TD 4.8(17 reviews) ](/nursery/merry-poppets-nursery-ltd-mk45-2td-ey550755) [See all nurseries in Bedford →](/search?q=Bedford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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