Small World Kindergarten

About this day nursery

Located in Ipswich, Small World Kindergarten, established in 2014, is a childcare setting on non-domestic premises that received an "Outstanding" rating at its latest Ofsted inspection on 10th May 2021. The kindergarten provides a warm and secure environment where children from 1 to 4 years old thrive and develop high levels of independence.

The dedicated team of nine childcare staff, including those with early years professional status and qualified teacher status, collaborates closely with parents to ensure each child's emotional well-being and individual care needs are met. The setting follows a Montessori approach, where children are encouraged to select their activities from well-presented resources and develop essential skills for their next stage of learning, such as counting, reading, and problem-solving through skilful questioning.

The provider, who also manages the setting, maintains a clear vision for promoting children's independence and ensures the staff are well-versed in utilising Montessori resources effectively. Small World Kindergarten opens Monday to Friday for 47 weeks of the year, providing full-day care from 8 am to 6 pm, and offers funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children.

What it's like

Children at Small World Kindergarten are exceptionally content and secure in this welcoming environment. They show high levels of independence and flourish, developing physical and cognitive skills. Older children confidently manage their transitions, and all children delight in exploring their surroundings and learning new things.

Pricing & funding