--- title: "RAFA Kidz Day Nursery, Lincoln | Ofsted: Good | Fees" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rafa-kidz-ln4-3lh-2578832 description: "RAFA Kidz, a day nursery in Lincoln — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # RAFA Kidz Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · RAF Digby, Ashby de la Launde, Lincoln, LN4 3LH · Lincolnshire Number of places 112 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Lincolnshire ## About this day nursery RAFAKidz is a not-for-profit childcare provider that focuses on supporting military families with their childcare needs. The organisation strives to offer high-quality early years education and a nurturing environment for children. They provide information and assistance to families in understanding and accessing various government childcare funding options. RAFAKidz aims to make childcare accessible and manageable for working parents, particularly those serving in the military. They offer a range of services designed to support children's development and well-being, while also considering the unique circumstances of military life. The day nursery group is dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and education, balancing government funding with a consumables fee to cover essential provisions and enrichment activities. They are also actively involved in promoting staff well-being and professional development. What it's like Children of all ages in the nursery are happy and they explore independently or alongside an adult. Babies develop good levels of independence, and staff have high expectations of what they can do for themselves. Pre-school children share and play well together, and toddlers are curious about visitors. Supports military families Not-for-profit Offers government funding guidance ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round except for bank holidays and two weeks at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 5.30pm. Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2020 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for RAFA Kidz Last inspected 8 June 2022 Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children are articulate and confident communicators. - Staff use every opportunity to develop children's vocabulary, introducing rhythm and rhyme into their play. - The manager and staff plan a curriculum to meet the emerging needs of children, with an emphasis on school readiness for pre-schoolers. - The staff provide appealing outdoor environments that offer children lots of opportunities for exploration, risk and challenge. - Staff go above and beyond to help children cope with parents' deployment, preparing 'deployment packs' with items like jellybeans to help with enforced separation. Areas to develop - 1 continue the support for newer and less-experienced staff to help raise their good level of practice even higher. Inspection #10238389 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188201) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak positively about their experience of the nursery. > They comment that the manager and staff are committed, not only to the children but also to the wider family. > Parents state that staff go to great lengths to meet the needs of their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The staff provide appealing outdoor environments that offer children lots of opportunities for exploration, risk and challenge. Babies show confidence and resilience as they try to climb a slope, while pre-school children thoroughly enjoy a more natural outdoor experience, using their imagination in the mud kitchen and exploring capacity with water and sand. ## Google Reviews of RAFA Kidz 5.0 (1 Google review) Laura 7 years ago My son will be joining this nursery soon due to a move and the lady I spoke to was extremely accommodating, informative and a genuine warm character. Thank you for talking me through everything and all your reassurance, it’s very much appreciated as a first time mother going back to work. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURvc003blRnEAE!2m1!1s0x48786a84e8e0adc3:0xe1c30b0473a529fe) Reviews from Google for RAFA Kidz. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=16267858392740342270&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: June 2022 - July 2022 Good - June 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about RAFA Kidz ### Which funded hours does RAFA Kidz accept? ### What outdoor space is available at RAFA Kidz? ### What is RAFA Kidz working on improving? ### What type of early years setting is RAFA Kidz? ## Nearby day nurseries in Lincoln Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to RAFA Kidz. - Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### First Timers Pre School Day Nursery Lincoln · LN5 0DA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/first-timers-pre-school-day-nursery-ln5-0da-ey487067 - Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Kid's Corner Day Nursery Lincoln · LN4 3DG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kid-s-corner-day-nursery-ln4-3dg-ey456706 - Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Yellow Brick Road Daycare Lincoln · LN4 3EA 4.5(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/yellow-brick-road-daycare-ln4-3ea-ey442391 - Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Metheringham Pre-School Lincoln · LN4 3AA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/metheringham-pre-school-ln4-3aa-253567 - Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### First Steps Nursery Sleaford · NG34 9FJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/first-steps-nursery-ng34-9fj-ey217413 - Ofsted: Good 3.9 mi ### Ruskington Rascals Preschool Sleaford · NG34 9HS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ruskington-rascals-preschool-ng34-9hs-ey309842 See all nurseries in Lincoln →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Lincoln ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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