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Squirrels Day Nursery Corby

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2022)
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3.7(3 parent reviews)
·Hazelwood Neighbourhood Centre, Gainsborough Road, CORBY, NN18 0QF · North Northamptonshire
Number of places
63 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
North Northamptonshire

About this day nursery

Squirrels Day Nursery Corby Ltd, located in Corby, Northamptonshire, provides outstanding childcare on non-domestic premises. Registered in 2007, the nursery employs 15 qualified staff members, all holding early years qualifications at level 3 or above, with one even holding professional status.

The setting is open all year, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, and caters to children aged 0-3 years at the time of the latest inspection on August 31, 2022. The nursery has a total capacity of 63 places and 47 children on roll.

They proudly offer funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, demonstrating their commitment to accessible and high-quality care. Squirrels Day Nursery Corby Ltd consistently achieves outstanding ratings, including at its previous inspection.

What it's like

Children at Squirrels Day Nursery Corby Ltd approach each session with bubbling enthusiasm, competently channeling their energy to explore and play. They eagerly acquire new skills and show excellent understanding of positional language, for example, tapping sticks to the right, front and behind. Children learn about healthy lifestyles, recognising when they need to rest, settling in cosy corners and reading. Staff have an excellent understanding of the possible effects of the COVID-19 lockdowns, offering highly pertinent support to help children play cooperatively.

Outstanding provisionPassionate staffInnovative curriculumStrong partnershipsExcellent communicationHealthy lifestyles

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All_year

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Squirrels Day Nursery Corby

Last inspected 31 August 2022

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children at Squirrels Day Nursery Corby Ltd approach each session with bubbling enthusiasm, competently channeling their energy to explore and play. They eagerly acquire new skills and show excellent understanding of positional language, for example, tapping sticks to the right, front and behind. Children learn about healthy lifestyles, recognising when they need to rest, settling in cosy corners and reading. Staff have an excellent understanding of the possible effects of the COVID-19 lockdowns, offering highly pertinent support to help children play cooperatively.

Inspector highlights

  • Children show positive attitudes and energetic eagerness, exploring and playing with enthusiasm.
  • Older children develop physical skills while moving to music and expertly handle small sticks, following complex instructions.
  • Babies indicate their song preferences using simple props, with staff respecting their views.
  • Children learn about healthy lifestyles, recognising when to rest and engaging in reading in cosy corners.
  • Senior staff are unwavering in their ambition to offer children the very best start, inspiring staff to ensure all children access an innovative curriculum.
  • Managers value staff, using excellent procedures to support their well-being and aid in professional development, with staff having excellent understanding of how each child learns.
  • Robust monitoring ensures any gaps in children's learning are swiftly noted and addressed.
  • Staff build strong partnerships within the community and with other professionals, sharing information to ensure consistent and well-planned support for children.
  • Children participate in national and local events, enhancing their understanding of the wider world and inspiring curiosity, such as researching birds and mini-beast safaris.
  • Children of all ages are expertly supported in developing their communication skills, with babies using simple signs and two-year-olds describing shapes.
  • Children develop a love of books, eagerly selecting story baskets and listening intently as staff read, using puppets and props to predict or retell stories.
Inspection #10138492 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The setting ensures that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, access an innovative curriculum and receive precisely tailored support.

EAL / language support

Staff expertly support children who speak English as an additional language, utilising prompt cards to aid communication, leading to swift progress in learning English.

Parent Reviews of Squirrels Day Nursery Corby

3.7
(3)
Laura Tolton
4 years ago

My daughter has been going since she was 9 months old. The nurturing care, attention and effort the staff put in is second to none. Ivy is always engaged in the activities and is a happy, intelligent and confident 2 year old girl. Communication is brilliant. I cannot fault the place.

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Joost Cooz-ihafto
8 years ago

My grandson of 9 months old was left crying his eyes out in a large room all on his own.His arms were strapped under the harness in a baby seat.I asked the helper why and she said he wanted carrying and she didn't have time.I was heartbroken.My grandson was just left .How is that going to affect him?What sort of person would allow this to happen?

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Inspection history

Date: October 2014

  • August 2022Outstanding
  • October 2014Outstanding

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