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They \"talk positively about the setting and the practitioners,\" and \"feel reassured children are safe and happy.\" Many also feel that \"the nursery is excellent and communication is effective.\"" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is St John's Childcare Forest Glade associated with a church?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, St John's Childcare Forest Glade \"is associated with the Parish of Langdon Hills.\" The broader church community offers various activities and emphasizes a \"welcoming, growing, praying, caring, and reaching-out ethos,\" aiming to be a Christian presence in the community." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does St John's Childcare Forest Glade offer outdoor play?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely! 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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. St John's Childcare Forest Glade # St John's Childcare Forest Glade Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · Church of St. John the Evangelist, Forest Glade, BASILDON, SS16 6RX · Essex Number of places 110 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St John's Childcare Forest Glade is associated with the Parish of Langdon Hills, providing childcare services for children aged 1 to 4 years. The church itself offers a variety of community-focused activities alongside its Sunday services, including a weekly coffee morning called Café Refresh, a 0-3s Club for toddlers and their parents/carers, and other social groups for men and women. The parish emphasises a welcoming, growing, praying, caring, and reaching-out ethos, aiming to be a Christian presence within the community. While the childcare service is professionally run, the broader church community engages in spiritual and social activities designed to connect with and support local residents. They actively encourage participation in their events and services, fostering a sense of belonging and faith exploration. What it's like Children feel happy, safe and have fun at nursery. Their individual care needs are met by practitioners who provide a nurturing environment. Children are keen to explore the range of activities on offer, developing positive self-esteem and self-confidence. Charity-run Church-affiliated ## Pricing & funding Charges are applied for refreshments provided at the setting. This includes hot drinks and juice. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm Term time / All Year Mixed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St John's Childcare Forest Glade Last inspected 26 July 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children feel happy, safe and have fun at nursery. Their individual care needs are met by practitioners who provide a nurturing environment. Children are keen to explore the range of activities on offer, developing positive self-esteem and self-confidence. Inspector highlights - Children are supported by practitioners who work well together as a team, planning a good curriculum focused on play, children's interests and needs. - The activities on offer are interesting and creative, and practitioners extend children's thinking by asking questions. - Children have opportunities to be independent, particularly in older classes, and enjoy choosing healthy snacks and pouring their own drinks at mealtimes. - Children engage in critical thinking skills through play-based activities, such as experimenting with ice and animals. - The management team is passionate, forward-thinking, and reflects on their practice to benefit the running of a successful setting. Areas to develop - 1 help practitioners to consistently encourage children to be highly independent in everyday routines - 2 strengthen practitioner's knowledge of how to extend children's vocabulary further. Inspection #10233427 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195691) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St John's Childcare Forest Glade Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10233427 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195691)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2542045) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.langdonhills.net/) Church of St. John the Evangelist, Forest Glade, BASILDON, SS16 6RX Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.405/51.5641/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BASILDON - [Day nurseries in BASILDON](/search?q=BASILDON) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-john-s-childcare-forest-glade-ss16-6rx-2542045) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents talk positively about the setting and the practitioners. They feel reassured children are safe and happy. > Parents feel the nursery is excellent and communication is effective. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children climb in the garden with confidence, challenging themselves and practising their large-muscle skills on a range of equipment. Inspection history Date: July 2022 - October 2022 Good - July 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about St John's Childcare Forest Glade ### What is St John's Childcare Forest Glade's Ofsted rating? ### Are there any fees for St John's Childcare Forest Glade? ### What are the opening hours for St John's Childcare Forest Glade? ### What is the age range for children at St John's Childcare Forest Glade? ### How do parents feel about St John's Childcare Forest Glade? ### Is St John's Childcare Forest Glade associated with a church? ### Does St John's Childcare Forest Glade offer outdoor play? ### How can I contact St John's Childcare Forest Glade for more information or to arrange a visit? ## About the setting St John's Childcare Forest Glade registered in 2019. The setting employs 41 members of childcare staff, with 29 holding level 3 early years qualifications and three at level 2. The setting opens from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, 47 weeks of the year. It offers early years funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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