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Springfield Nursery # Springfield Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2025) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Springfield Farm, Marwood, BARNSTAPLE, EX31 4DU · Devon Number of places 120 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Feb 2025 Local authority Devon About - About - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Springfield Nursery Ltd, located on Springfield Farm in Marwood near Barnstaple, opened its doors in 2002 and was re-registered as a limited company in 2012. Operating from 7:45 am to 6 pm every weekday, all year round, the nursery prides itself on its strong connection to nature and the outdoors. Children regularly visit the adjacent farm, observing animals like cows and pigs, and watching farm workers with tractors through child-height windows. This unique environment allows children of all ages to learn about farm animals, their diets, and even the wool production process. The nursery emphasises independence, with staff supporting younger children in dressing for outdoor play and older children managing their own outdoor clothing. Pre-schoolers engage in collaborative tasks like replenishing the sandpit, fostering teamwork, coordination, and strength. The nursery maintains a high staff morale, with providers supporting continuous professional development and reflective practices among their 46 team members. What it's like Children at Springfield Nursery Ltd benefit from a curriculum that strongly focuses on nature and outdoor exploration, including regular visits to the neighbouring farm to learn about animals and farming practices. They develop independence, coordination, and strength through engaging activities. All children make good progress and feel secure, with strong relationships fostered between peers and staff. Nature-focused curriculum Strong outdoor emphasis Farm visits Promotes independence High staff morale ## Key facts Opening hours each weekday, from 7.45am to 6pm, all year round Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2002 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Springfield Nursery Last inspected 11 February 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children at Springfield Nursery Ltd benefit from a curriculum that strongly focuses on nature and outdoor exploration, including regular visits to the neighbouring farm to learn about animals and farming practices. They develop independence, coordination, and strength through engaging activities. All children make good progress and feel secure, with strong relationships fostered between peers and staff. Inspector highlights - The provider has created a curriculum with a strong focus on exploring nature and the outdoors. - Children are supported in learning about how farmers care for animals through regular visits to the farm next door. - Children of all ages make good progress and are confident. - Babies are guided to develop their independence skills, such as pouring, weighing, and mixing ingredients. - Staff morale is high, and staff enjoy working at the nursery. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to be clear about specific learning goals for activities to consistently challenge and stimulate children. - 2 Ensure staff consistently guide children to understand the impact of their behaviour on others and how to manage their emotions. - 3 Improve staff deployment to enhance all children's engagement to higher levels. Inspection #10383646 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50271090) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Springfield Nursery Inspection date Feb 2025 Inspection no. 10383646 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50271090)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY444473) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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