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We cannot praise Mandy and her team enough for the care and teaching that molly has received.\nShe has developed into a confident and enquisitive little girl with a greater understanding of the world around her. She has been so very happy at the nursery and has made many friends. Mandy and her team have made the next step into st Joseph’s school a lot easier for molly, and we cannot thank them enough. Enjoy a well deserved summer break. 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St Joseph's Childcare Group # St Joseph's Childcare Group Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · 4.8 (5 parent reviews) · St. Joseph's Primary School, Bridge Road, ALDERSHOT, GU11 3DD · Hampshire Number of places 9 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St Joseph's Childcare Group is an educational establishment in Aldershot, Hampshire, focusing on primary education with an emphasis on Catholic values. The institution provides various childcare services, including a nursery, pre-school, breakfast club, and tea-time club, catering to different age groups. Admission for the Reception year is for children turning four by September, with a published admissions number of 70 for each Reception year group. The school encourages prospective parents to tour the facilities by appointment and offers a clear admissions process for both standard and in-year applications, adhering to local authority guidelines. The curriculum covers a broad range of subjects, and the school also provides pastoral support for children's emotional and mental well-being. What it's like Children arrive happily at the nursery and are greeted by warm and caring staff. Activities that children enjoy are provided, which helps children to settle quickly. All children enjoy sociable mealtimes, and staff model new and descriptive vocabulary. Catholic ethos Primary education focus Comprehensive childcare options Pastoral support ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Age range Children admitted in September after their fourth birthday for Reception year. Opening hours weekdays from 8am to 5pm Established 1987 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Joseph's Childcare Group Last inspected 21 September 2022 · Chris Lamey 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 arrive happily at the nursery and are greeted by warm and caring staff. Activities that children enjoy are provided, which helps children to settle quickly. All children enjoy sociable mealtimes, and staff model new and descriptive vocabulary. Inspector highlights - Children behave well and use good manners, helping with tasks such as tidying up to promote independence. - Staff are motivated to undertake additional training and share their learning to improve practice. - Staff develop a rich curriculum that encourages children to investigate and explore. - Early mathematical language is emerging through children's play. - Staff teach children about healthy eating options and discuss the benefits of healthy food at snack time. Areas to develop - 1 share children's next steps in learning and ideas to extend their learning at home more consistently with parents - 2 expand opportunities for children to freely access a wider range of resources to support their early reading and writing. Inspection #10228019 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197215) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Joseph's Childcare Group Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10228019 Lead inspector Chris Lamey Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197215)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/109923) 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 [ Visit website ](https://stjosephsaldershot.org/hants/primary/st-josephs/site/pages/childcare/nursery) St. Joseph's Primary School, Bridge Road, ALDERSHOT, GU11 3DD [© 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#/-0.76405/51.24105/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near ALDERSHOT - [Day nurseries in ALDERSHOT](/search?q=ALDERSHOT) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-joseph-s-childcare-group-gu11-3dd-109923) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the nursery and the caring staff. > They acknowledge that their children have settled well. > Parents comment that staff share noticeable improvements in their children's language skills, confidence and independence. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders recognise the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and have adjusted their curriculum to reflect this. Additionally, staff recognise that some children require additional support in further developing their language and physical skills. Outdoor space Toddlers confidently move around the outdoor space and make choices about what they want to explore next. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of St Joseph's Childcare Group 4.8 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocILdsEMFOlc2SRgvC5uRRhB65q80xVifFuoR-Qfp5P05B9o1g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Steve Tynan 6 years ago Our grangaughter has spent the last two years at the nursery. We cannot praise Mandy and her team enough for the care and teaching that molly has received. She has developed into a confident and enquisitive little girl with a greater understanding of the world around her. She has been so very happy at the nursery and has made many friends. Mandy and her team have made the next step into st Joseph’s school a lot easier for molly, and we cannot thank them enough. Enjoy a well deserved summer break. Best wishes Stephen and Paula xx [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVa3ZXLVN3EAE!2m1!1s0x48742cb8f254eb91:0x813387b3af37a9bc) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVcqkQJKOkYPVjbW_w-2kcXGMoDyeOqJ6TUURkENalzEp5yWxhAnA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Daz Pan 2 years ago Football matches on Saturday [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaZzRqa2dBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48742cb8f254eb91:0x813387b3af37a9bc) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUhHQwtQuXH5ZqKUSmYssyJF_BukCV9pg-N8r0x5TqzZxuOlrC4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Graham Westover 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXOExqQl93RRAB!2m1!1s0x48742cb8f254eb91:0x813387b3af37a9bc) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWdG-YSUvKclZhFAfnrxY1CgPvoOtxNlj0y3M69F54pIcPFa_4e=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Brasso 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRZ09yY2tBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48742cb8f254eb91:0x813387b3af37a9bc) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU8XmGt0Vzqa9oRwx8CznTAVkUS1mAIgIaXTEqga6YvCJUpxdZd=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Harvey Nathan 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3b1AyUFdnEAE!2m1!1s0x48742cb8f254eb91:0x813387b3af37a9bc) Reviews from Google for St Joseph's Childcare Group. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9309934060513503676&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2005 - October 2022 Good - September 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - October 2016 Good - December 2013 Good - November 2013 Good - May 2008 Good - May 2007 Inadequate - March 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about St Joseph's Childcare Group ### What outdoor space does St Joseph's Childcare Group use? ### How is St Joseph's Childcare Group classified by Ofsted? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What is St Joseph's Childcare Group working to develop? ### From what age does St Joseph's Childcare Group accept children? ## Nearby day nurseries in ALDERSHOT Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Joseph's Childcare Group. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Mother Goose Aldershot · GU12 4JW 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/mother-goose-gu12-4jw-ey553806) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Flowers Day Nursery Aldershot · GU12 4JQ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-flowers-day-nursery-gu12-4jq-ey438678) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Little Gems Aldershot Aldershot · GU12 4NW 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/little-gems-aldershot-gu12-4nw-2851112) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Leapfrog Nursery School Farnham · GU9 9LX ](/nursery/leapfrog-nursery-school-gu9-9lx-120090) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Queen Mary Nursery Aldershot · GU11 1PL ](/nursery/queen-mary-nursery-gu11-1pl-ey447668) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Beaumont Pre-School Aldershot · GU11 1YH ](/nursery/beaumont-pre-school-gu11-1yh-109947) [See all nurseries in ALDERSHOT →](/search?q=ALDERSHOT) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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