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Rock A Tots (UK)

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2024)
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4.5(11 parent reviews) ·Rock A Tots, 1a St. Peters Road, Plymouth, PL5 3DE · Plymouth
Number of places
79 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2024
Local authority
Plymouth

About this day nursery

Rock A Tots offers exceptional childcare for children aged 4 months to 5 years in a secure and family-focused environment. With multiple locations, including Crownhill, Plymouth, the nursery prioritises high-quality Early Years Education to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

The dedicated team ensures each child's individual needs are met through strong bonds with families and a focus on learning through play. Rock A Tots provides inspiring indoor and outdoor environments, including large all-weather gardens and dedicated sensory play spaces at its Crownhill branch.

Children at Crownhill can enjoy local outings to parks, fire and police stations, and the library, alongside specialised activities like Forest School sessions, Spanish lessons, and weekly football training with Plymouth Argyle. The nursery places a strong emphasis on physical activity and provides nutritious, home-cooked meals prepared on-site daily.

All nurseries operate Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, with core daily sessions from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and an option for earlier pre-booked drop-offs. " aims to nurture curious minds and build bright futures for every child.

Our ethos

We believe happy minds are eager to learn. Our key workers build strong bonds with families, ensuring each child’s needs are met. Every child is unique, and we can’t wait to nurture their potential.

What it's like

Children show that they feel safe and secure and enjoy positive relationships with kind and attentive staff. There is a well-designed curriculum that successfully builds on children's personal, social and emotional development. Staff use "emotion pebbles" and provide meditation sessions and "sound baths" to promote good mental health.

Family-focused environmentEarly Years EducationLearning through PlayForest SchoolHome-cooked meals

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged as an optional meals and consumables charge per funded hour attended for children receiving funding. This hourly rate is tiered depending on the child's age band.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Optional meals and consumables fee charged per funded hour attended.
  • Fee rates vary based on age group (babies, 2-year-olds, and children aged 3+).

Key facts

Opening hours

7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday (Daily sessions 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, with optional earlier drop-off)

Food

Nutritious home-cooked meals prepared on-site daily

Age range

4 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2014

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Rock A Tots (UK)

Last inspected 9 August 2024 · Jemma Honey

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

Children show that they feel safe and secure and enjoy positive relationships with kind and attentive staff. There is a well-designed curriculum that successfully builds on children's personal, social and emotional development. Staff use "emotion pebbles" and provide meditation sessions and "sound baths" to promote good mental health.

Inspector highlights

  • Children show that they feel safe and secure and enjoy positive relationships with kind and attentive staff.
  • There is a well-designed curriculum that successfully builds on children's personal, social and emotional development.
  • Babies display high levels of well-being and enjoy sensory experiences.
  • Children are independent, with babies gaining confidence in self-care and older children knowing routines and making choices.
  • Pre-school children accept challenges, design obstacle courses, and show resilience.

Areas to develop

  • 1manage group activities to keep all toddlers focused, so they can extend their learning further
  • 2develop staff's knowledge and understanding of how to develop all toddlers' communication and language skills, so toddlers can learn new vocabulary and communicate effectively.
Inspection #10360513 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that their children make good progress at the nursery.

They can see the difference the setting makes to their children's development.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Rock A Tots (UK)

4.5
(11)
Sheila Perrett
12 months ago

A great big thank you to rockatots day nursery they truly made my day . Was walking back from Tesco,when I came across some nursery children on an afternoon walk I asked them if they were enjoying their walk . I was told by nursery assistant they were doing random acts of kindness and was presented with a Rose.

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Samantha Skelton
9 months ago

I went to this nursery and the staff are ever so caring . I miss the kitchen area so much . I'm in year 7 now and still think about my amazing days in this nursery . They really made my day . My favourite meal was the spaghetti bolognaise. 😆 I miss this place very much .

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Alana Punchard
2 years ago

The staff are all so lovely & caring. My daughter has been going since 6 months old and she comes home so happy & content. They listen to you, they follow your routines as best as they can and will advise of any illnesses going around and put you at ease with daily updates and observations. Highly recommend!

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Jon Evans
a year ago

We’ve had our little one at this nursery since they were 14 months old. The staff have been so brilliant, listening to our needs and also guiding us in the best way to help settle in our child. They cater to the individual needs of the children, and communicate extremely well. Can’t fault them!

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Cat Orzel
9 years ago

Rock a Tots is amazing! Our son (who is 11 months) has been going since February and he has settled so well; he doesn't cling to me when I leave and is very happy when I pick him up. I've noticed that he is a happier baby since he started going each day. There are different rooms for the various ages of the children and as they grow they pass through; they all have the cutest names "Babbling Bunnies", "Curious Caterpillars!" Each room is light and colourful making it a rich environment for learning and play. There are plenty of stimulating toys and activities so they will be hard pushed to get bored. I can't show how much I appreciate how friendly and professional the staff are; my son is so happy to go to them when he arrives but he has also waved goodbye when we leave. You can't make a baby fake if he likes someone and he is one content baby! The security is good which makes me feel at ease. His development has also increased, he was advanced before but they give him all the support and stimulation he needs, and more! Thank you so much Rock a Tots!

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Inspection history

Date: August 2021

  • September 2024Good
  • August 2024Good
  • September 2021Good
  • August 2021Good

Frequently asked about Rock A Tots (UK)

About the setting

ROCK A TOTS (UK) Ltd re-registered in 2020, although the setting has been registered since 2014. The setting employs 22 members of childcare staff, with managers holding a level 6 qualification and 14 staff holding qualifications between level 2 and level 5. The setting opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions from 7.30am to 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
2606163
Registered person
Rock A Tots (UK) LTD
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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