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Puddleducks@Rising Bridge # Puddleducks@Rising Bridge Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2024) · 685 - 687 Blackburn Road, Rising Bridge, Accrington, BB5 2RY · Lancashire Number of places 47 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2024 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Puddleducks@Rising Bridge Ltd, registered in 2014, provides full day care for children aged 1 to 4. Located in Accrington, BB5 2RY, it received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 15th August 2024, maintaining its previous "Good" overall effectiveness. The nursery operates weekdays from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, all year round, accommodating up to 47 children with 45 currently on roll. The setting prides itself on offering a strong and progressive curriculum that nurtures children into confident individuals, with a particular focus on developing concentration skills through small-group learning in a quiet room. The dedicated team of 16 staff, including one with a level 6 qualification and 11 with level 3 qualifications, ensures children receive bespoke support and learn effectively. Engaging experiences like forest-school learning at the provider's farm, "Peggy's Patch," and educational trips, such as learning about a local pie factory, enrich the children's understanding of the world. Puddleducks@Rising Bridge Ltd also values strong parent partnerships, actively seeking feedback and incorporating ideas like a library to promote early literacy. What it's like Children have a great start to their early education. They benefit from a strong curriculum that is progressive and develops their learning. This helps children to grow into strong, confident individuals. Staff know children very well and provide additional support for those who need extra help. This helps all children to make good progress. Strong curriculum Forest-school learning Parent partnership Emotional security Critical thinking ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, all year round Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2014 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Puddleducks@Rising Bridge Inspection date Aug 2024 Inspection no. 10351327 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259532)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY476683) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=puddleducks-rising-bridge-ltd-bb5-2ry-ey476683) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 15 August 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children have a great start to their early education. They benefit from a strong curriculum that is progressive and develops their learning. This helps children to grow into strong, confident individuals. Staff know children very well and provide additional support for those who need extra help. This helps all children to make good progress. Inspector highlights - Children benefit from a strong curriculum that is progressive and develops their learning. - Staff know children very well and provide additional support for those who need extra help. - A particular strength is how well staff help children develop their concentration skills. - The setting provides many opportunities that enrich children's learning. - Children in the setting feel safe and emotionally secure because staff know them very well. - Staff support children to develop confidence, which enables children to express their thoughts and ideas. - The provider has created a rich environment which supports the curriculum they have formed. - The setting values the thoughts and ideas of the parents it supports. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Areas to develop - 1 When children struggle to build, staff intervene too quickly. - 2 Staff do not consistently follow behaviour management strategies. Inspection #10351327 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259532) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff know the children well and make prompt referrals to outside agencies, ensuring children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the support they need to progress rapidly. The curriculum is adapted by breaking it down into small steps while waiting for specialist support. Inspection history Date: September 2014 - August 2024 Good - October 2018 Outstanding - July 2015 Good - September 2014 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Puddleducks@Rising Bridge ### Is Puddleducks@Rising Bridge suitable for under-twos? ### Whereabouts is Puddleducks@Rising Bridge? ### What is Puddleducks@Rising Bridge working on improving? ### What are the opening hours at Puddleducks@Rising Bridge? ### Which strengths were highlighted for Puddleducks@Rising Bridge? ## Nearby day nurseries in Accrington Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Puddleducks@Rising Bridge. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Green House Farm Children's Nursery Haslingden · BB4 5UB 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/greenhouse-farm-nursery-ltd-bb4-5ub-309318) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### The Parish Nursery Rossendale · BB4 5RA 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/the-parish-nursery-bb4-5ra-ey285103) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Haslingden Community Link Rossendale · BB4 5PG 4.6(152 reviews) ](/nursery/haslingden-community-link-bb4-5pg-309835) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Mi Nursery Hazelwood Rossendale · BB4 5PG 5.0(19 reviews) ](/nursery/mi-nursery-hazelwood-bb4-5pg-2738151) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.7 mi ### Noah's Ark Day Nursery and Forest School Accrington · BB5 2AN ](/nursery/noah-s-ark-day-nursery-and-forest-school-bb5-2an-2835027) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.8 mi ### Mulberry Roots Haslingden · BB4 5PE 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/mulberry-roots-limited-bb4-5pe-ey558235) [See all nurseries in Accrington →](/search?q=Accrington) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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