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Robins Childcare # Robins Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · 3.7 (6 parent reviews) · Capel St Mary School, The Street, Ipswich, IP9 2EG · Suffolk Number of places 50 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Robins Childcare, located in Ipswich (IP9 2EG), was established in 2010 and operates from non-domestic premises. The nursery provides full day care for children aged 1 to 11, with a capacity for 50 children and currently 109 on roll. 45 am to 6 pm, 51 weeks of the year, providing a variety of sessions including before and after school and during school holidays for children over five. The nursery employs 15 childcare staff, all qualified to at least level 3, with five holding level 6 or early years teacher status. Robins Childcare focuses on delivering a well-planned curriculum that fosters curiosity, confidence, and independence. They offer a language-rich environment, encourage children to express their feelings, and promote respectful behaviours. The setting effectively supports children in developing physical skills, from handling authentic resources to practising self-care routines. Parents are actively engaged through various communication channels, fostering a strong partnership between home and nursery. What it's like Staff deliver a well-planned curriculum, covering all areas of learning. The curriculum encourages children's curiosity, creating awe and wonder. Children feel confident and secure. They understand what happens at nursery because routines are embedded. Children experience equally rich learning opportunities to explore and experiment outside, as well as indoors. Well-planned curriculum Language-rich environment Strong parent partnerships Good behaviour and attitudes Effective safeguarding Promotes independence ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.45am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2010 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Robins Childcare Last inspected 22 January 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Staff deliver a well-planned curriculum, covering all areas of learning. The curriculum encourages children's curiosity, creating awe and wonder. Children feel confident and secure. They understand what happens at nursery because routines are embedded. Children experience equally rich learning opportunities to explore and experiment outside, as well as indoors. Inspector highlights - Staff deliver a well-planned curriculum, covering all areas of learning, that encourages children's curiosity, creating awe and wonder. - Children feel confident and secure, understanding nursery routines, and experience rich learning opportunities both indoors and outdoors. - Staff deliver large-group activities effectively, encouraging children to listen, follow instructions, and practise speaking. - Staff consistently consider children's views and opinions, helping them recognise and express their feelings, and teaching respectful behaviours. - Children are encouraged to be independent, with support for self-care and developing control and coordination. - The nursery maintains an open and positive culture around safeguarding, always prioritising children's interests. - Staff engage well with parents, who are positive about the care and education their children receive, and keep them well informed about their children's learning. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are appropriately supported, with the SENCo working in partnership with parents and professionals. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen arrangements for supervision to fully enhance staff's skills and abilities. - 2 Help staff gain further knowledge to support children with SEND and/or speech and language delay to close learning gaps. Inspection #10279713 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240042) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Robins Childcare Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10279713 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240042)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY395784) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Capel St Mary School, The Street, Ipswich, IP9 2EG [© 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#/1.04548/52.00324/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Ipswich - [Day nurseries in Ipswich](/search?q=Ipswich) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=robins-childcare-ip9-2eg-ey395784) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are appropriately supported. The SENCo works in partnership with parents and other professionals, and is starting to support staff to help children with SEND make as much progress as they can. This is an area where staff recognise they would benefit from further training and skills. Outdoor space Children experience equally rich learning opportunities to explore and experiment outside, as well as indoors. The inspector observed the quality of teaching, indoors and outdoors, and considered the impact this has on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Robins Childcare 3.7 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWfl2pUgpNw3184-vnj5HHoBzXZHR_I3B0IMuEntlpN81C5OoFy=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Katherine Montgomery 5 months ago A nurturing and caring environment from baby room through to pre-school. Both my children flourished at Robin's and left confident and well prepared for Primary School. Highly recommended. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwSE1VOHdVM0J6ZFRselptMXNSbmN3Tlc0eWRHYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d909eee499d48d:0x44021f45f36fd03e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI3aeQnhQxTS3tt7vM3rnAQzZRGvQs7c41dCV-I9YDjs4rlAA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sarah Gant 7 months ago Absolutely brilliant setting! My girls thrived here! Would 100% recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2trNU1YZG1iblY1UW5KTFIxZzRlbHBYWTFCVGFtYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d909eee499d48d:0x44021f45f36fd03e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXy0tj70LZBFMRwqjOI0HFLbwFxAOrcnoLfHLyHcLISQbsk5i5UCg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Jennifer Griffiths 10 months ago Paying 1600 per month Found out that they were not feeding my daughter solids but charging my for foods And I supplied the formal milk [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKMlExSTNOemhvV2xob2ExazNTMlJVZDJKSVNsRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d909eee499d48d:0x44021f45f36fd03e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLlEt3gdGCDbhPWKdHX0unbkSRws5y_QyHKR-8nj0SJI66Uvw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kara Barnes a year ago Very discriminating to my autistic daughter even though they say on their website they provide for additional needs. Avoid this place! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNINk1mYWtRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d909eee499d48d:0x44021f45f36fd03e) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL5OR7NTtuG3Q3tf1tPPhqtL1Tp3knRsTA81Qat0FAB74dlcw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) fundraising capelschool 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDdFAyNkJBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d909eee499d48d:0x44021f45f36fd03e) Reviews from Google for Robins Childcare. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4900513729829916734&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2024 Date: November 2009 - January 2024 Good - February 2023 Requires improvement - June 2017 Good - January 2014 Good - June 2013 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Robins Childcare ### What kind of childcare setting is Robins Childcare? ### How does Robins Childcare support children with SEND? ### Does Robins Childcare take babies? ### How was Robins Childcare rated by Ofsted? ### What are the opening hours at Robins Childcare? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ipswich Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Robins Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.5 mi ### Lavender Hall Kindergarten Colchester · CO7 6QT ](/nursery/lavender-hall-kindergarten-co7-6qt-251765) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### East Bergholt Young Explorers Colchester · CO7 6QT ](/nursery/east-bergholt-young-explorers-co7-6qt-ey494296) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.8 mi ### St Michael's Pre-School Manningtree · CO11 1PZ ](/nursery/st-michael-s-pre-school-co11-1pz-ey449792) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Brooklands Young Explorers Manningtree · CO11 1RX ](/nursery/brooklands-young-explorers-co11-1rx-ey368548) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ipswich Pinewood Ipswich · IP8 3TL 4.4(21 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-ipswich-pinewood-ip8-3tl-251763) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary Colchester · CO7 6JU 4.6(15 reviews) ](/nursery/orchard-barn-stratford-st-mary-co7-6ju-2550204) [See all nurseries in Ipswich →](/search?q=Ipswich) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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