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Shine Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Cradley Forge Methodist Church, Hammer Bank, Brierley Hill, DY5 2AL · Dudley
Number of places
71 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Dudley

About this day nursery

Shine Nursery, located in Brierley Hill, DY5 2AL, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from six months old until they begin school. The nursery's core philosophy, 'Shine with self-confidence and self-expression,' focuses on fostering personal, social, and emotional development, alongside strong communication and language skills, which are seen as foundational for all future learning.

The nursery prides itself on an inclusive approach, catering to children with Special Educational Needs and, when necessary, securing additional funding for extra staff or specialist resources. With a dedicated management team handling business functions, staff are empowered to focus on providing exceptional childcare, supported by continuous training and development.

The nursery emphasises strong parent partnerships, maintaining open communication and involving parents in their child's learning journey through various updates and events. Shine Nursery implements an ambitious and engaging themed curriculum, enriched by celebration days and special events, all designed to promote progress and prepare children for school.

The facility operates Monday to Friday, from 7:45 am to 5:45 pm, closing for one week over Christmas. Prospective families are encouraged to visit and meet the experienced manager, Sam, who can provide a tour and answer any questions.

Our ethos

‘Shine with self-confidence and self-expression’ is Shine Nursery’s ethos, reflecting their aim to ensure children excel in personal, social, emotional development, communication, and language, as these are critical foundations for future learning and life skills. The nursery

What it's like

Children are happy and eager to learn when they arrive at the setting, confidently exploring the inviting environment and feeling safe with their friends. They benefit from a well-planned curriculum, eagerly participating in a range of activities that foster their enjoyment of learning, from sensory exploration for babies to sandcastle building for toddlers and mathematical discussions for pre-schoolers.

Focus on self-confidence and self-expressionInclusive for SEND childrenStrong parent partnershipsAmbitious themed curriculumExperienced and trained staff

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:45 am - 5:45 pm, closed for one week at Christmas.

Age range

6 months to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Shine Nursery

Last inspected 16 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

Children are happy and eager to learn when they arrive at the setting, confidently exploring the inviting environment and feeling safe with their friends. They benefit from a well-planned curriculum, eagerly participating in a range of activities that foster their enjoyment of learning, from sensory exploration for babies to sandcastle building for toddlers and mathematical discussions for pre-schoolers.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and eager to learn, confidently exploring the inviting and stimulating environment.
  • The setting provides a well-planned curriculum with a broad range of activities that foster enjoyment of learning.
  • Children behave very well, are respectful towards one another, and are independent in carrying out simple tasks.
  • Staff positively interact with children, using repetition and sensitively correcting pronunciation to aid language development.
  • Leaders and staff are passionate about the setting, providing valuable experiences and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children.

Areas to develop

  • 1maximise opportunities to further build on toddlers' early communication and language skills to support them to make the best possible progress
  • 2continue to develop strategies for staff to learn from one another and share best practice to elevate the quality of teaching to the highest possible level.
Inspection #10207787 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents recognise the improvements made by the new staff team. They comment how they are happy with the setting and would recommend it to others.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff continually assess children's learning and swiftly spot any gaps in their development. They provide valuable opportunities for children to work in small groups and have one-to-one time with their key person during sessions. This particularly supports those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who speak English as an additional language, to make good progress.

Outdoor space

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

Parent Reviews of Shine Nursery

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history

Date: May 2022

  • June 2022Good
  • May 2022Good

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