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Smarties Private Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2022)
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4.6(10 parent reviews) ·205 Nottingham Road, MANSFIELD, NG18 4AA · Nottinghamshire
Number of places
30 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2022
Local authority
Nottinghamshire

About this day nursery

Smarties Private Day Nursery, located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, was registered in 2007 and operates as a full day care setting on non-domestic premises. With an overall effectiveness rating of 'Good' from its latest inspection on 28 February 2022, the nursery aims to provide a secure and stimulating environment for children aged 0 to 4.

The setting prides itself on fostering secure attachments between children and staff, promoting a love for learning, and encouraging children to be confident and independent. The nursery manager has high expectations, continuously reviewing and evaluating practices to strive for improvement, and works effectively with staff in partnership with parents on all aspects of children's learning and care.

They currently have 49 children on roll, with a capacity for 30 children, and employ nine childcare staff members, all qualified to level 3 or above in early years. Parents consistently report that their children are well-prepared for school after attending Smarties Private Day Nursery.

Secure attachmentsConfident childrenGood mannersSmall-muscle skillsPhysical developmentNutritious meals

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm

Term time / All Year

All_year

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Smarties Private Day Nursery

Last inspected 28 February 2022

Overall effectiveness
Good

Inspector highlights

  • Children demonstrate secure attachments with staff and settle quickly, showing positive attitudes to learning.
  • Children are developing the skills needed in preparation for school and are confident to make choices and be independent.
  • Children are developing small-muscle skills, showing perseverance and pride in their achievements.
  • Staff support children's language and communication development well, encouraging conversational skills.
  • Staff show genuine affection and care towards children, teaching them polite behaviour.
  • Staff know the children well and understand how to build on their existing knowledge and skills.
  • Staff support children's physical development through various activities.
  • The nursery provides healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, encouraging good hygiene and eating habits.
  • Staff generally support children in understanding their uniqueness, though not always using individual names.
  • The manager has high expectations and works effectively with staff and parents to improve the setting.
  • The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff having secure knowledge of child protection procedures and the nursery being secure.
  • The manager ensures that safer recruitment checks are carried out to ensure the ongoing suitability of staff working with children.

Areas to develop

  • 1Differentiate planned activities and interactions further to ensure that the individual developmental needs of all children are met.
  • 2Ensure that children are recognised as individuals and referred to by their name.
Inspection #10138654 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

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

Parent Reviews of Smarties Private Day Nursery

4.6
(10)
The Trenowden Family
a year ago

We wanted to leave a review as it was our son’s last day at Smarties today. If you are in any doubt over which nursery to choose for your little one, please take it from us that Smarties is a kind, nurturing, supportive home from home environment with a warm, gentle and proactive manager. The staff treat the children with the same love and care they would their own and they can be trusted to put their all into making every day as happy and enriching as it can be for the children. Don’t look any further than Smarties. They will have a special place in our hearts forever!

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Casey Bills
3 years ago

My daughter has attended Smarties Day Nursery for almost two years, and we have been very impressed with the care they have provided in this time. They plan engaging activities, lots of learning through play and will always ensure they spend some time outdoors. The nursery staff are kind, attentive and have taken the time to get to know my daughter and as a result she loves going in.

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Danielle Atkins
3 years ago

My son attends pre-school at Smarties and has formed some lovely friendships there. The staff are attentive and friendly. Gemma, the manager, has been very understanding and supportive of my son’s needs as a premature child who is a little behind his peers. He has come on leaps and bounds since starting at Smarties. Definitely recommend this nursery.

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Leanne Kingston
3 years ago

Smarties is a kind a nurturing nursery! My eldest is now 7 and my youngest is 3 and is in the pre-school room there! I couldn’t have asked for a better nursery to send my children to! We initially chose it based on a recommendation from a friend and I’m so pleased we did! I love that it’s much smaller than lots of nurseries! I feel that the staff get to know the children so well - I’m so confident dropping my son off, whether he’s full of beans or crying (as we do still get both - although more of the first one now due to his age)! The staff work together brilliantly as a team and Gemma is the glue holding it all together! My children have both thrived during their time at smarties! I’m keeping my son there until Foundation 2 as I’m sure that he’ll do really well in the pre-school there as they start to learn more school-type skills. We have even kept his place there despite moving house, the extra journey time is well worth it! If you’re not sure, ask for more information from Gemma and/or go for a visit, like we did! It really is a wonderful place ❤️😀

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Nicola Radford
5 years ago

Smarties Private Nursery is one of the best nurseries in Mansfield. My son is always happy to go to nursery and has an amazing bond with all his key workers. Gemma the manager is a wonderful woman. She works so hard to make sure all the parents and children are happy. My son loves the garden and especially the mud kitchen area. When it’s hot weather he enjoys using the sprinkler. He is a very confident young boy and a lot of that is down to the staff. They keep me updated with his progress and even when I call to check up they are more than happy to help. I highly recommend Smarties as I will be sending my second son there very soon. They supportive. Caring. Very friendly. It’s like a second family. A must visit!!

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Inspection history

Date: November 2011

  • February 2022Good
  • February 2016Outstanding
  • November 2011Outstanding

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