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Small Talk Nurseries in Telford

Ofsted: Requires improvement
(Sept 2025)
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5.0(5 parent reviews) ·10-12 High Street, Dawley, Telford, TF4 2ET · Telford and Wrekin
Number of places
50 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Telford and Wrekin

About this day nursery

Small Talk Nurseries, established in 2010, provides high-quality childcare and early years education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, with an after-school club catering to children up to 15 years old. The nursery aims to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels valued, safe, and happy, regardless of their background or circumstances.

They focus on learning through play and practical activities, guided by polite, considerate, and respectful practitioners. The Telford branch, opened in March 2022, emphasises a home-from-home atmosphere.

Small Talk Nurseries maintains strong relationships with parents, ensuring children develop to their full potential, and collaborates with local schools to facilitate smooth transitions. They are Ofsted registered and a member of the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA), upholding robust health and safety standards.

The nursery also offers freshly prepared, balanced, and nutritious meals, adapting menus for breakfast, snacks, lunch, and tea.

Our ethos

Small Talk Nurseries focuses on learning through play and practical activities, guided by polite, considerate, and respectful practitioners, aiming to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels valued, safe, and happy

What it's like

Children enter happy and are greeted by friendly staff who provide comfort and reassurance during transitions. They develop positive relationships and are confident to share their needs. While leaders have developed a broad curriculum, its quality is not yet consistent.

Ofsted RegisteredNutritious MealsFocus on Play-Based LearningAfter School ClubAccepts Childcare Funding

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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

Session types

Full Time, Part Time, Morning Session (8am - 1pm), Afternoon Session (1pm – 6pm), Breakfast Club, After School Club, Holiday Club (Full Day), Holiday Club (9am to 3pm), Extra Hours

Food

All nursery children, both funded and non-funded receive free healthy and nutritional hot meals, freshly prepared in our on-site kitchen on a daily basis.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday - 7:30am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks of the year

Age range

6 weeks to 15 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2022

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Small Talk Nurseries

Last inspected 23 September 2025 · Ali Myers

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Requires improvement
Quality of education
Requires improvement
Behaviour and attitudes
Requires improvement
Personal development
Requires improvement
Leadership and management
Requires improvement

What it's like to attend

Children enter happy and are greeted by friendly staff who provide comfort and reassurance during transitions. They develop positive relationships and are confident to share their needs. While leaders have developed a broad curriculum, its quality is not yet consistent.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff provide children with experiences to explore the outdoor area throughout the day.
  • Staff offer emotional support and reassurance for children's well-being.
  • Staff understand the importance of promoting positive communication.
  • Children's care needs are well met.
  • Staff use assessment well to check children's starting points and identify areas where children require additional support.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance coaching and mentoring of staff, to improve the implementation of the curriculum, and to raise the quality of teaching to a consistently good or higher level
  • 2support staff to tailor activities and opportunities for all children to ensure that children's learning and developmental needs are met, and they make progress they are capable of
  • 3embed routines further, which support staff to be consistent in their approach, and which build on children's understanding of behaviour expectations
  • 4strengthen partnerships with parents so that parents are fully informed of children's learning and development and transitions within the nursery.
Inspection #10414018 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak positively about the nursery and the progress their children make.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use assessment well to check children's starting points and identify areas where children require additional support. They liaise with other agencies and understand some of the ways that they can support children. However, activities and learning opportunities are not always tailored towards all children's specific needs. This means they are not always supported to make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children take part in a variety of activities in the outdoor learning environment. They develop physically as they ride on the trikes and learn about growth and healthy living by growing fruits and vegetables. Staff provide children with experiences to explore the outdoor area throughout the day, using equipment like cars and ride-on toys, and conducting daily safety checks.

Parent Reviews of Small Talk Nurseries

5.0
(5)
Abigail Langford
3 months ago

Small Talk Nursery (Dawley) is absolutely fantastic and deserves high praise. The staff are incredibly kind, attentive and clearly passionate about what they do. They create a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported and encouraged to develop at their own pace. The range of activities on offer is excellent, with a strong focus on learning through play, creativity and social development. Children are kept engaged throughout the day with thoughtful, age appropriate activities, both indoors and outdoors. The nursery promotes confidence, independence and communication in a really natural, supportive way. The setting itself is clean, well organised and welcoming, with a lovely atmosphere. Communication with parents is clear and consistent, and staff are always approachable and professional. Overall, Small Talk Nursery provides a high standard of care and education and is a wonderful choice for anyone looking for a nurturing and stimulating nursery environment.

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Zoe Victoria
a year ago

I moved my little girl to this nursery as it was better suited hours while working full time. They were so welcoming and really support not just your child’s needs but also the parents as well. I’m so grateful for all the things Small Talk Nursery has done for my child. The staff have been outstanding and really get to know you as the parent along the way. I can not wait to send our next child here when the time comes! Highly recommend Small Talks Dawley!

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Edward Szymański
2 years ago

Fantastic and friendly staff, great place. Kids have got a lot of fun and learning. I recommend!

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Gabriela Savariego
a month ago

Great staff, beautiful layout and safe for my little one. Love the natural look!

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Inspection history

Date: August 2022

  • October 2025Requires improvement
  • September 2025Requires improvement
  • July 2025Inadequate
  • June 2025Inadequate
  • September 2022Good
  • August 2022Good

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