Rosy Cheeks Nursery (Bentilee)

About this day nursery

Rosy Cheeks Nursery (Bentilee) in Stoke-on-Trent, registered in 2014, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 1 to 3. The nursery, open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm all year round except for a week at Christmas, was rated Outstanding by Ofsted on 16 December 2024.

Children demonstrate enthusiasm and anticipation for their day, greeting friends and staff with excitement. The dedicated staff, nine in total, including one with early years professional status and six with Level 3 qualifications, possess a deep understanding of child development and plan engaging activities.

Babies and toddlers delight in familiar songs, props, and peekaboo games, forming strong bonds with staff. The curriculum is ambitious, providing rich experiences, and the team is committed to continuous improvement, seeking input from children, parents, and other professionals.

The nursery ensures exceptional progress for children with SEND through expertly adapted teaching and strong collaboration with external professionals. Funding is strategically used to provide resources like multi-sensory tools, story sacks, and home learning kits, supporting children's emotional and educational development.

Staff's detailed knowledge of each child informs personalised learning plans, which are regularly shared with parents. The nursery also provides freshly prepared, well-balanced vegetarian meals, promoting healthy lifestyles.

Parental partnerships are exceptional, with parents highly praising the communication and dedication of the staff.

What it's like

Children demonstrate that they feel safe, happy, settled, and are motivated to participate in the rich learning experiences that staff have prepared. They arrive at the nursery with elevated levels of enthusiasm and anticipation for the day, and excitedly greet their friends and the staff. Staff have a deep understanding of how young children develop, and they plan fun activities to support children's future learning. Babies squeal with laughter and show that they have very strong bonds with staff, who consistently model respectful behaviour and boundaries, resulting in excellent behaviour across the nursery.