--- title: "Riverside Early Years — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Riverside Early Years, a nursery in Boston — 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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Riverside Early Years # Riverside Early Years Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · Seascout Headquarters, Witham Bank East, Boston, PE21 9JU · Lincolnshire Number of places 32 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Riverside Playgroup, a registered charity, is located in Louth, Lincolnshire. It operates with a vision to foster an inclusive and supportive community where every individual feels valued and can thrive. The playgroup is governed by Trustees and an elected management committee, ensuring its adherence to charitable objectives, specifically providing high-quality, affordable education. All families with children attending the playgroup automatically become members of the charity, granting them voting rights at the annual AGM. Riverside Playgroup is open 38 weeks a year, offering both morning and afternoon sessions, as well as extended provision for earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups. The playgroup admits children from the age of two, in line with its Ofsted registration, and prioritises flexibility in attendance to meet diverse family needs. It also collaborates with Lincolnshire County Council to provide information on services for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities through the Local Offer programme. Our ethos At Riverside Playgroup, we believe children learn by playing and exploring. We value being in a happy and supportive place, and we help each other to grow into independent, confident and motivated people. What it's like Children show positive interactions with staff, sharing thoughts and ideas, and asking staff to sit near them at lunchtime. They demonstrate positive behaviour, working as a team to create sand structures. Staff support children with SEND through visual prompts and discussion about routine changes. Charity-run Community-focused Flexible attendance ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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 Session types Morning session (9am - 12pm), Lunch time (12pm - 12:30pm), Afternoon session (12:30pm - 3:30pm), Full day session (9am - 3pm), Early Start (8am), Late Finish (4pm) Opening hours 8am - 4pm (38 weeks a year) Age range From 2 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2003 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Riverside Early Years Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10399767 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287345)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY252732) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://riversideplaygroup.org.uk/) Seascout Headquarters, Witham Bank East, Boston, PE21 9JU Opening hours 8am - 4pm (38 weeks a year) [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.03198/52.98371/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Boston - [Day nurseries in Boston](/search?q=Boston) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=riverside-early-years-pe21-9ju-ey252732) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Riverside Early Years Last inspected 20 August 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children show positive interactions with staff, sharing thoughts and ideas, and asking staff to sit near them at lunchtime. They demonstrate positive behaviour, working as a team to create sand structures. Staff support children with SEND through visual prompts and discussion about routine changes. Inspector highlights - Partnerships with parents are effective, with information and tailored resource packs shared to support learning at home. - Staff focus the curriculum on supporting children's communication and language skills, using sign language and introducing new words. - Children are offered a range of nutritious food and are invited to help prepare meals, learning about healthy eating. - Staff attend supervision meetings and recent training has developed their knowledge in encouraging children's maths skills. - Staff praise children's achievements, such as those with SEND climbing apparatus, and teach sharing and turn-taking. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to involve the quieter and less confident children in discussions during planned group times - 2 strengthen partnership working with schools children attend to find out and complement the experiences children receive at school. Inspection #10399767 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287345) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to be prepared for changes in routine. For instance, staff talk to them about what will happen next alongside using visual prompts to support their understanding. Staff also use sign language to help children with SEND understand words and communicate their needs, and praise children with SEND for achievements like climbing apparatus. Outdoor space When children take and manage calculated risks, staff encourage them but monitor the risks to avoid harm. For example, staff place soft matting around larger apparatus when children climb and balance, and hold younger children's hands to promote their safety when jumping off equipment. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - August 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - January 2019 Good - January 2016 Good - May 2013 Requires improvement - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Riverside Early Years ### What outdoor space does Riverside Early Years use? ### What is the capacity at Riverside Early Years? ### How are meals handled at Riverside Early Years? ### When is Riverside Early Years open? ### Which funded hours does Riverside Early Years accept? ### How can Riverside Early Years be contacted? ## About the setting Riverside Early Years registered in 2003 and is situated in Boston, Lincolnshire. The playgroup employs 11 members of childcare staff, with one holding a level 2 qualification, five holding level 3, and both managers holding level 5. The playgroup opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7am until 6pm, offering funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, as well as before- and after-school care and a holiday club for older children. URN EY252732 Registered person Almond, Pauline Anne Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in Boston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Riverside Early Years. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Lions Nursery Boston · PE21 6PL ](/nursery/little-lions-nursery-ltd-pe21-6pl-ey550521) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Sandhills Day Nursery Boston · PE21 8EG 4.7(15 reviews) ](/nursery/sandhills-day-nursery-pe21-8eg-2558045) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Smiley Faces Childcare Boston · PE21 6TL ](/nursery/smiley-faces-childcare-pe21-6tl-2724522) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### The Home Nursery Boston · PE21 8SP 4.9(9 reviews) ](/nursery/the-home-nursery-pe21-8sp-ey538021) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Clarence House Boston Boston · PE21 6ST 5.0(12 reviews) ](/nursery/clarence-house-boston-pe21-6st-2818866) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Little Lambs Nursery Boston · PE21 8DF ](/nursery/little-lambs-nursery-pe21-8df-2866413) [See all nurseries in Boston →](/search?q=Boston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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