--- title: "Rainbow Nursery, Totnes — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Rainbow Nursery in Totnes — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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The nursery staff have always shown great love and care towards my children and have a clear enthusiasm for their jobs. My 2 year old absolutely loves it and has grown close to his key workers.\nThe open plan space is toddler paradise and the children have a great garden to play in too.\nOur thanks to all the team at Rainbow.", "datePublished": "2017-11-09T20:29:50.890Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "mawy sea" }, "reviewBody": "never been just got ah kool name", "datePublished": "2020-01-06T19:25:38.494235Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-nursery-tq9-5rp-2696001#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South West", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20West" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Rainbow Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-nursery-tq9-5rp-2696001" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-nursery-tq9-5rp-2696001#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Rainbow Nursery support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Staff work closely with parents when concerns arise about a child's development and adapt support to match individual needs. 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Rainbow Nursery # Rainbow Nursery in Totnes Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · The Mansion, 36A Fore Street, Totnes, TQ9 5RP · Devon Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Devon About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. Rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in January 2025, the nursery focuses on delivering varied learning experiences that motivate children and prepare them for their next steps in education. The dedicated staff team engages effectively with children during play to support learning and creativity. The nursery prides itself on its well-established key-person system, which fosters warm and affectionate relationships, helping children feel secure and confident in their environment. Children are encouraged to be confident communicators, with staff introducing new vocabulary and promoting turn-taking in conversations. This inclusive approach supports all children, including those with English as an additional language, in making good progress. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, providing ample opportunities for physical activity. Children develop core strength on climbing equipment and a trampoline, while older children experiment with pulleys and crates. For children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), staff work closely with parents to tailor support, offering additional resources, nurture group activities, or extended time with key persons to ensure the best outcomes. The leadership team is committed to continuous improvement, using research to guide practices and support staff development, leading to a consistently positive environment where children flourish and are well-prepared for their future learning journeys. What it's like Staff plan varied learning experiences and engage in children's play to support their learning. Children are motivated to learn and keen to participate. Staff promote children's health and their emotional and social development, and children are well prepared for the next steps in their education. Warm relationships Outdoor play Confident communicators Physical activity Tailored SEND support Continuous improvement ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5.15pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2022 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Rainbow Nursery Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10368130 Lead inspector Rebecca Hayday Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268559)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2696001) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=rainbow-nursery-tq9-5rp-2696001) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rainbow Nursery Last inspected 8 January 2025 · Rebecca Hayday 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 Staff plan varied learning experiences and engage in children's play to support their learning. Children are motivated to learn and keen to participate. Staff promote children's health and their emotional and social development, and children are well prepared for the next steps in their education. Inspector highlights - The key-person system is very well established, fostering warm and affectionate relationships between staff and children. - Children are confident communicators, and staff introduce new vocabulary and encourage turn-taking in conversations. - The nursery values the importance of play, with staff engaging in children's play to extend learning and creativity. - Staff foster children's independence, allowing them to make choices, take responsibility, and manage personal care. - The leadership team is committed to continuous improvement, using research to guide practice and support staff development. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's interactions with younger children to meet their individual needs - 2 review and enhance the effectiveness of the daily routine and environment in supporting curriculum delivery for children under three Inspection #10368130 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268559) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are very happy with the care and education that the nursery provides. > They comment that their children have made good progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work collaboratively with parents when they have concerns about a child's development. They tailor support to target children's specific needs. This may include providing additional resources, nurture group activities or additional time with key persons. This ensures the very best outcomes for all children. Outdoor space Children have lots of opportunities to be physically active. They develop core strength as they play on climbing equipment and the trampoline. Older children experiment with a pulley and crate and objects that roll in the outdoor area. ## Parent Reviews of Rainbow Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJEKtaPlnTKBQlwyUQXenvxIsqOoii_Sb2wa118GdrRH_0V4g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) James Critchley 8 years ago My children have attended Rainbow nursery over the last 7 years. The nursery staff have always shown great love and care towards my children and have a clear enthusiasm for their jobs. My 2 year old absolutely loves it and has grown close to his key workers. The open plan space is toddler paradise and the children have a great garden to play in too. Our thanks to all the team at Rainbow. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3OHNIWmFnEAE!2m1!1s0x486d1ceba6e4ea77:0x73895c46b042629f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUjRF0LllHZvdNe0oCLRDwaGE18oWovWbyablNCjtsPVYqwEn1r=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) mawy sea 6 years ago never been just got ah kool name [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNMWJTbjlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d1ceba6e4ea77:0x73895c46b042629f) Reviews from Google for Rainbow Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8325286844845679263&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: January 2025 - February 2025 Good - January 2025 Good ## Frequently asked about Rainbow Nursery ### How does Rainbow Nursery support children with SEND? ### How is Rainbow Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### Does Rainbow Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### What outdoor learning does Rainbow Nursery offer? ### From what age does Rainbow Nursery accept children? ### What do parents say about Rainbow Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Totnes Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Rainbow Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Humpty Dumpty Childcare Totnes · TQ9 6JZ 4.9(13 reviews) ](/nursery/humpty-dumpty-childcare-tq9-6jz-ey407812) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Collaton St Mary Pre-School Paignton Paignton · TQ3 3YA ](/nursery/collaton-st-mary-pre-school-paignton-tq3-3ya-ey500114) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.4 mi ### Marldon Pre-School Playgroup Paignton · TQ3 1SJ ](/nursery/marldon-pre-school-playgroup-tq3-1sj-106172) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.4 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Paignton · TQ4 7EJ 3.2(11 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-tq4-7ej-ey434985) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.7 mi ### Roselands Community Nursery And Playschool Paignton · TQ4 7RH ](/nursery/roselands-community-nursery-and-playschool-tq4-7rh-ey541104) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.9 mi ### Compton Valley Nursery and Pre-School Paignton · TQ3 1TB ](/nursery/compton-valley-nursery-and-pre-school-tq3-1tb-ey436967) [See all nurseries in Totnes →](/search?q=Totnes) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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