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I can’t say enough how good this nursery has been with her. They’ve made me feel like she is safe there and loved like she is one of their own! Would recommend the nursery to anyone that’s looking for a loving environment for their child. 👍", "datePublished": "2024-08-30T16:03:45.277732Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "eloise mcgann" }, "reviewBody": "I started sending my son here in September 2021 and as a young mum that had never been away from my child I was so worried but it didn’t take me long to see how well he was being cared for! He has come on so much whilst being here, especially verbally and socially! He comes home so happy everyday and always tells me about how his day has been which is such a delight to see. I’ve not had a single issue with the nursery in all the time he’s been here and I can see the staff genuinely love taking care of my son which is the most important thing. My son even asks to go to nursery during weekends/half term which tells me everything. 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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Scribbles # Scribbles Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · St. Gregorys Church, Swarcliffe Drive, LEEDS, LS14 5AW · Leeds Number of places 50 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Leeds 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 Scribbles Nursery, situated in the verdant outskirts of North East Leeds, provides childcare and early education for children ranging from six months to five years old. The nursery operates Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 4 pm. It is conveniently positioned in St Gregory's Hall on Swarcliffe Drive, offering straightforward access to public transport, main road networks, and a car park for easy drop-offs and pick-ups. The dedicated team strives to create a nurturing home-from-home atmosphere for every child. The facility features specially designed areas tailored to various age groups, from infants to pre-schoolers, all in line with the seven learning areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The nursery is currently accepting enquiries and encourages prospective families to visit and discuss their childcare needs with the staff. What it's like Children settle quickly on arrival at this warm and welcoming nursery. Staff provide a nurturing environment, where children feel safe and secure. Children have access to a well-resourced indoor and outdoor area and are free to play and explore independently. Age range: 6 months to 5 years Located in St Gregory's Hall Home-from-home experience ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged for half-day or full-day sessions, with options to combine them based on your needs. Half-day sessions run in either the morning or the afternoon. Standard fees include all daily meals, snacks, and drinks. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees include all meals: breakfast, mid-morning snack, hot lunch, pudding, afternoon snack, tea, and drinks. - Morning sessions run from 8.00am to 1.00pm. - Afternoon sessions run from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm Age range 6 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Half day, Full day Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Scribbles Last inspected 31 May 2023 · Kerry Holder 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 settle quickly on arrival at this warm and welcoming nursery. Staff provide a nurturing environment, where children feel safe and secure. Children have access to a well-resourced indoor and outdoor area and are free to play and explore independently. Inspector highlights - Children settle quickly and feel safe and secure. - Staff provide an ambitious curriculum tailored to children's developmental next steps. - Children's communication and language skills are well supported. - Staff prepare healthy food on site daily and promote positive mealtime attitudes. - Safeguarding arrangements are effective. Areas to develop - 1 Build on existing good systems for monitoring staff performance to raise practice to the highest level. - 2 Embed methods to keep parents regularly updated about their children's key person to ensure tailored care. - 3 Reflect on the organisation of handwashing routines to ensure they are fully effective in supporting children to understand good health. Inspection #10288899 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221943) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Scribbles Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10288899 Lead inspector Kerry Holder Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221943)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2636900) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=scribbles-ls14-5aw-2636900) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents describe the staff as welcoming and friendly. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children have access to a well-resourced outdoor area and are free to play and explore independently. They have a variety of opportunities to support their physical development, climbing in the outdoor play area and dancing to music. Children enjoy playing in the garden, searching for insects with magnifying glasses and pretending to make soup and pasta in the outdoor kitchen. ## Parent Reviews of Scribbles 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIqurW19Plfpy8fULwTevd9skfEozHXdLWN17O_sSKC9Jq4Qw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Steph a year ago My little girl has been going here since she was about 3 and now has left to go to big school. I can’t say enough how good this nursery has been with her. They’ve made me feel like she is safe there and loved like she is one of their own! Would recommend the nursery to anyone that’s looking for a loving environment for their child. 👍 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIZ0lITzNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48795b1ff2bb5cd7:0xb862346470a40d2c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKH5P1LwzVjSCdRlENeWSSi5LUEQAzhEoKdnqRa205_g52OhA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) eloise mcgann 4 years ago I started sending my son here in September 2021 and as a young mum that had never been away from my child I was so worried but it didn’t take me long to see how well he was being cared for! He has come on so much whilst being here, especially verbally and socially! He comes home so happy everyday and always tells me about how his day has been which is such a delight to see. I’ve not had a single issue with the nursery in all the time he’s been here and I can see the staff genuinely love taking care of my son which is the most important thing. My son even asks to go to nursery during weekends/half term which tells me everything. I could not be happier with the nursery and definitely made the right choice sending him here x [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQydmNIZXFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48795b1ff2bb5cd7:0xb862346470a40d2c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKi1lIzzsWPFnafrdSzezvJTF6uqESXmLAxpipOQDrd41zGyQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Mohammed Zahid 4 years ago Send my son here.. absolutely disgusted with the service.. apparently can NOT provide halal food for my child and said bring packed lunch if your not happy.. if your 10 mins early they complain and once my wife was late (because we have a new born) by 15 mins and got charged £15.. absolutely ridiculous [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXNXM3ektnEAE!2m1!1s0x48795b1ff2bb5cd7:0xb862346470a40d2c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJbR4MKaJKAPeWPCfgm6Ezuj3VtvOYXIPQjk1IHfQm07JuPhg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joanne White 3 years ago Really happy with the love, care and support given to my son during his time here, and he hugely enjoyed going. Would recommend to anyone! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCNXVUaWZBEAE!2m1!1s0x48795b1ff2bb5cd7:0xb862346470a40d2c) Reviews from Google for Scribbles. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13286239456687557932&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2023 - June 2023 Good - May 2023 Good ## Frequently asked about Scribbles ### How did Scribbles do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Which funded hours does Scribbles accept? ### How many children attend Scribbles? ### What outdoor space does Scribbles have? ### From what age does Scribbles accept children? ### What is Scribbles working on developing? ## Nearby day nurseries in LEEDS Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Scribbles. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Little Rascals Day Nursery (Barwick Rd) Leeds · LS15 8RQ 4.9(9 reviews) ](/nursery/little-rascals-day-nursery-barwick-rd-ls15-8rq-319370) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Dinky Dizzys Leeds · LS15 7PH ](/nursery/dinky-dizzys-ls15-7ph-2786851) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Owls Nursery Swarcliffe Leeds · LS14 5ER ](/nursery/little-owls-nursery-swarcliffe-ls14-5er-512403) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Renaissance Nurseries (Limewood) Leeds · LS14 1AB ](/nursery/renaissance-nurseries-limewood-ls14-1ab-2634753) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Rascals Day Nursery (Station Rd) Leeds · LS15 7JY 4.8(26 reviews) ](/nursery/little-rascals-day-nursery-station-rd-ls15-7jy-319382) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Owls Nursery Seacroft Leeds · LS14 6EP 4.1(24 reviews) ](/nursery/little-owls-nursery-seacroft-ls14-6ep-512400) [See all nurseries in LEEDS →](/search?q=LEEDS) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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