--- title: "Safari Childcare Nursery, Colchester | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/safari-childcare-co3-9be-2534235 description: "Safari Childcare, a day nursery in Colchester — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.8/5 from 17 reviews. See fees and opening hours. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Safari Childcare in Colchester Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · 4.8 (17 Google reviews) · King George V Pavilion, Clairmont Road, Colchester, CO3 9BE · Essex Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Essex ## About this day nursery Safari Childcare, which opened in 2019, is a term-time childcare setting for children aged 2–4 years. 30pm. The staff are fully aware of children's individual needs and interests, including those who require additional support, ensuring activities are precisely focused on each child's unique requirements. The latest Ofsted inspection, on 10th May 2022, rated Safari Childcare as 'Good' in all areas. Children arrive excitedly, leaving parents with ease due to the welcoming staff. They relish their time, keen to engage in new experiences and demonstrating inquisitiveness, such as cutting and tasting fruits. Children become fully engrossed in their play, initiating their own learning by selecting resources and exploring textures and colours. The setting provides a rich environment for both indoor and outdoor learning. For example, children are supported in discussions about building a den in the garden when it rains, demonstrating problem-solving and negotiation skills. Parents speak highly of the care and education their children receive, noting how quickly children settle and the good progress they make, especially in language development due to the approachable and friendly staff who know them well. The manager and deputy are committed to providing meaningful and fun learning opportunities, with a strong focus on staff development, which positively impacts outcomes for children. What it's like Children excitedly arrive at nursery and leave their parents with ease due to welcoming staff. They are keen to engage in new experiences, demonstrating inquisitiveness and eagerness to learn, such as cutting and tasting fruits. Children become fully engrossed in their play, initiating their own learning through selecting resources and exploring textures and colours. Welcoming Environment Inquisitive Learners Individualised Support Strong Language Development Engaging Outdoor Play Supportive Staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Safari Childcare Last inspected 10 May 2022 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 Inspector highlights - The manager and deputy show commitment and passion in providing meaningful and fun learning opportunities, with a focus on staff development. - Parents speak highly of the care and education, noting that children settle quickly and make good progress, especially in language development. - Staff are fully aware of children's individual needs, including those with additional support requirements or EAL, providing targeted activities. - Staff skilfully engage children in meaningful conversations, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving. - Children's behaviour is very good, with staff setting high expectations and encouraging negotiation to solve problems. Areas to develop - 1 help children to understand how to take more care of their environment and resources, particularly when they are leading their own play. Inspection #10208538 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185685) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the care and education their children receive. > They discuss how friendly and approachable the staff are. > Parents comment that their children settle quickly as the staff know them well and feel reassured that the children make good progress. > Many comment on their children's language development and the extra support that is offered if they need additional help. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are fully aware of children's individual needs and interests, which includes children who require additional support. Activities are provided with a precise focus on supporting each child's unique needs. Outdoor space Children decide they need to build a den in the garden when it starts to rain. They discuss how they are going to do this, fully supported by a member of staff. The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. ## Google Reviews of Safari Childcare 4.8 (17 Google reviews) Akira Huang 4 months ago I would highly reccomend. My daughter recently started at Safari Childcare Stanway, she is happy here throughout every time with the variety of activities they have to offer. It’s a wonderful and friendly group of staff, especially Frances. I always feel welcome and the feedback I receive every time is comprehensive and gives me a great deal of confidence. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25oNlpVZ3hiRVJpZW04eWJrOXdXa28wTUc5amIxRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9036fe9d9560f:0x3b560cc95793b5e1) K w 4 months ago My son loves going here he has learnt so much and made friends. The team are friendly everyone is very nice and he gets on well. They give daily reports and updates on children’s progress. Highly recommend. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xjMlQyNU1aak5zVFZwWVNUUlZMVlZDZEVORVoyYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d9036fe9d9560f:0x3b560cc95793b5e1) James Scott 2 years ago Our little girl started at Safari Preschool in September 2023 and absolutely loves it. The staff are all very friendly and will welcome her in with a smile on their faces. They support her very well when she is having a "shy" moment and keep us informed if they have any issues. She talks positively about her friends and teachers, she will also sing new songs at home which she has learnt at preschool and tell us about what they do while she is there. Highly recommend them 👏 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR0dDg2bHF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9036fe9d9560f:0x3b560cc95793b5e1) lynsey jane 2 months ago This nursery is highly recommended. Fran has really been there for my daughter and is an incredible role model Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21weVltcFFZelIzTm5CMlRGcE5XVXRQVUdwbWFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d9036fe9d9560f:0x3b560cc95793b5e1) Karen Broadhead 2 years ago Safari is such a special nursery. All the staff are fabulous. My son and daughter both attend and they absolutely love it. A big thank you to all the staff for making it a fun, safe and educational environment, bursting with excitment and care for the children. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM1ak9MalR3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d9036fe9d9560f:0x3b560cc95793b5e1) Reviews from Google for Safari Childcare. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=4275618955132122593&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2022 - June 2022 Good - May 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Safari Childcare ### How does Safari Childcare support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths at Safari Childcare? ### Where is Safari Childcare located? ### What is Safari Childcare working to improve? ### Is Safari Childcare Ofsted registered? ### Does Safari Childcare take babies? ### Which funded childcare hours does Safari Childcare accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Colchester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Safari Childcare. - Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.6 mi ### Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Colchester Colchester · CO3 0RH 4.9(88 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-day-nursery-colchester-co3-0rh-2504015 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Plume Avenue Nursery Colchester · CO3 4PQ 4.5(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/plume-avenue-nursery-co3-4pq-404856 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Second Steps Day Nursery (Colchester) Colchester · CO3 4RG 4.3(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/second-steps-day-nursery-colchester-limited-co3-4rg-ey555918 - Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Holly Corner Kindergarten Colchester · CO3 4RX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/holly-corner-kindergarten-co3-4rx-402169 - Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### The Old Schoolhouse Kindergarten Colchester · CO3 8PB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-schoolhouse-kindergarten-co3-8pb-402180 - Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Lexden Lodge Kindergarten Colchester · CO3 3QD 4.7(15 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/lexden-lodge-kindergarten-co3-3qd-ey307729 See all nurseries in Colchester →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Colchester ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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