--- title: "Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead | Ofsted Report" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shapes-day-nursery-banstead-sm7-2lj-2548869 description: "Shapes Day Nursery in Banstead — see the latest Ofsted report card, plus fees, opening hours, contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead Ofsted: Strong standard · 3.7 (3 Google reviews) · 28a High Street, Banstead, SM7 2LJ · Surrey Number of places 86 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2026 Local authority Surrey ## About this day nursery Shapes Day Nursery, located in Banstead town centre, was registered with Ofsted in 2019 and provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. The nursery operates all year round, opening daily from 7:30 am to 6 pm, with a full day care timetable. The 27-strong staff team includes three early years qualified professionals at Level 6, 13 at Level 3, and one at Level 2, ensuring a high level of care and education. The nursery is well-regarded by parents, who appreciate the strong partnerships with staff and feeling informed about their child's learning and preparation for the next stage of education. Children at Shapes Day Nursery are encouraged to be independent, making their own choices and confidently exploring the spacious environment. Staff are highly skilled in supporting children's learning and development, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and ensure all children make good progress from their starting points. The nursery places a strong emphasis on healthy lifestyles, with a cook preparing nutritious meals and snacks, and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise in the garden. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle quickly, developing strong, nurturing bonds with kind and familiar staff. They make independent choices, explore the spacious environment confidently, and have a positive attitude to their learning, taking part in activities with enthusiasm. Children play harmoniously, are kind and thoughtful, and older children develop good manners. Good progress for SEND Healthy lifestyles Early mathematics skills Positive parent feedback Independent choices Spacious environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Meals and snacks provided, with associated charges for funded hours. Opening hours 7:30am-6:00pm Age range 9 months - 5 years Term time / All Year All_year Registered with Ofsted 2019 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Apr 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard — Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead Last inspected 16 April 2026 Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff have a good understanding of how young children learn and develop, using observations and assessments to build on children's existing knowledge and skills. - All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress from their starting points. - Staff teach children about healthy lifestyles through a cook who prepares healthy meals and snacks, and daily outdoor activities. - Children readily use mathematics in everyday play, with staff skilfully encouraging counting and discussions about shapes, fostering good early mathematics skills. - Parents are very happy with the nursery, feeling informed about their child's learning and development. - Managers ensure staff well-being and professional development through training opportunities, regular supervisions, and supportive evaluations. Areas to develop - 1 Review adult-led group times to reduce long periods of sitting for young children to maintain their focus and engagement. - 2 Support staff to focus more precisely on intended learning outcomes from activities, ensuring new challenges and optimal progress for children. Inspection #10215664 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50303805) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress from their starting points. Staff know how to support children with SEND, and the special educational needs coordinator works closely with parents and other professionals to identify, plan and coordinate support for them. Staff make effective use of funding to provide high levels of care and help children achieve their goals. Outdoor space All children have daily fresh air and exercise in the garden. This supports their health and well-being. The inspector observed and assessed the quality of teaching and its impact on children in both indoor and outdoor environments. ## Google Reviews of Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead 3.7 (3 Google reviews) nick voller 10 months ago Great nursery! all the staff are lovely, the kids do loads of different things and we've sent both of ours here. highly recommended Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21WaWN6bExlSFZMZUZsU1ozQldaM0JmTkhwMmIwRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e3b72430a747:0x23bdee7986babb73) Tia Brown 3 years ago What a fantastic nursery!!! After being let down by another nursery, I was quite apprehensive about finding another that I would feel at peace with my child attending. I came across Shapes and from the first phone call the ladies were outstanding and put me (first time mum, returning back to work) at ease. I had a viewing at the nursery and the deputy manager was waiting for us by the door and welcomed us with open arms, which was really nice and left a great first impression with hubby! My child was allowed to play whilst we toured the nursery and instantly I had that feeling that Shapes was going to be the place. All the staff members said hello to us, or even acknowledged us with a smile and when we came back to our child he didn’t want to leave!! (Lots of bribing that he will come back and play) Communication with the nursery is great, and at every pick up they provide you with a breakdown of your child’s day and how they have done. They do well to help encourage your child with their milestones (using the toilet, counting, ABC’s etc) and my child is truly excited to attend nursery. Every quarter you receive newsletters, there are notices are on the doors, and the managers have an open door policy so you can say hello or pop in for a quick word at any time. They have a interactive Facebook page and most rooms have a WhatsApp group with the parents where you can all chit- chat! You will receive emails as and when there are important notices providing this information. The staff members are truly outstanding and I really do feel safe leaving my child with them all day, they truly care for all children and treat them fairly. They asked at our pre meeting whether we minded if they hugged your child or consoled them if they were upset and of course you instantly say yes please!!! As the thought of them being upset and as you won’t be there to console ran through my mind, that question really put my mind at ease that they will do their best with him. The nursery holds parents evenings, in summer there are get together for the parents (without the children), at Christmas there’s usually a mulled wine and mince pies parents evening for those who enjoy that! The kids do not go offsite, however the facilities i.e a dedicated soft play room, and planned activities are really great and I have seen my child’s imagination truly grow since attending Shapes. Although my child has moved up rooms twice now, all of his old room teachers if passing will ask how he is doing or say good morning to him and take a real interest and leaving your child somewhere for the whole day, you want your child to not be another number but be noticed and loved and he truly gets that from Shapes! I cannot thank all the staff at Shapes for making this experience for my husband and I, an amazing experience. And although we have moved further out we still make the journey to Shapes because of the great experience we have had. Keep doing an amazing job and most definitely check out Shapes Day Nursery because it is truly a fantastic place!! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtaEl2UzdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e3b72430a747:0x23bdee7986babb73) Lucas-Kane Mutti 2 years ago Can't believe how rude and generally just horrible the manager is. Rest of them are alright but I can't imagine how she is with the kids Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKdXZIYnNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e3b72430a747:0x23bdee7986babb73) Reviews from Google for Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2575476767644629875&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2022 - April 2026 Strong standard - May 2022 Good - April 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead ### Is Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead suitable for under-twos? ### What grade did Ofsted give Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead? ### What is Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead working on improving? ### How are meals handled at Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead? ### Which funded hours does Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Banstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead. - Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### The Old Barn Day Nursery Banstead · SM7 2NZ 3.7(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-barn-day-nursery-sm7-2nz-2810842 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool Banstead · SM7 1DF 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-banstead-day-nursery-and-preschool-sm7-1df-2550643 - Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### The Old Barn Pre-Prep Banstead · SM7 3ES https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-barn-pre-prep-sm7-3es-2810849 - Awaiting first inspection 1.4 mi ### LEO Shawley Nursery Epsom · KT18 5PD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leo-shawley-nursery-kt18-5pd-2875895 - Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Railway Children Kindergarten Epsom · KT17 4JP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/railway-children-kindergarten-kt17-4jp-122503 - Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Hopscotch Day Nursery Sutton · SM2 6JD 4.6(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/hopscotch-day-nursery-sm2-6jd-ey362191 See all nurseries in Banstead →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Banstead ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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I had a viewing at the nursery and the deputy manager was waiting for us by the door and welcomed us with open arms, which was really nice and left a great first impression with hubby!\n\nMy child was allowed to play whilst we toured the nursery and instantly I had that feeling that Shapes was going to be the place. All the staff members said hello to us, or even acknowledged us with a smile and when we came back to our child he didn’t want to leave!! (Lots of bribing that he will come back and play)\n\nCommunication with the nursery is great, and at every pick up they provide you with a breakdown of your child’s day and how they have done. They do well to help encourage your child with their milestones (using the toilet, counting, ABC’s etc) and my child is truly excited to attend nursery.\n\nEvery quarter you receive newsletters, there are notices are on the doors, and the managers have an open door policy so you can say hello or pop in for a quick word at any time. They have a interactive Facebook page and most rooms have a WhatsApp group with the parents where you can all chit- chat! You will receive emails as and when there are important notices providing this information.\n\nThe staff members are truly outstanding and I really do feel safe leaving my child with them all day, they truly care for all children and treat them fairly. They asked at our pre meeting whether we minded if they hugged your child or consoled them if they were upset and of course you instantly say yes please!!! As the thought of them being upset and as you won’t be there to console ran through my mind, that question really put my mind at ease that they will do their best with him.\n\nThe nursery holds parents evenings, in summer there are get together for the parents (without the children), at Christmas there’s usually a mulled wine and mince pies parents evening for those who enjoy that!\n\nThe kids do not go offsite, however the facilities i.e a dedicated soft play room, and planned activities are really great and I have seen my child’s imagination truly grow since attending Shapes.\n\nAlthough my child has moved up rooms twice now, all of his old room teachers if passing will ask how he is doing or say good morning to him and take a real interest and leaving your child somewhere for the whole day, you want your child to not be another number but be noticed and loved and he truly gets that from Shapes!\n\nI cannot thank all the staff at Shapes for making this experience for my husband and I, an amazing experience. 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