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St Mary's Nursery Group # St Mary's Nursery Group Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · The Bungalow, Shaw Lane, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV7 3DS · Shropshire Number of places 16 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Shropshire 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 Mary's Nursery Group in Albrighton prioritises a nurturing and secure environment where children aged two and a half and upwards can confidently begin their nursery journey. The staff collaborate closely with parents to ensure a smooth settling-in period, acknowledging that each child adapts at their own pace. The nursery encourages children to develop independence through various activities and provides a healthy snack during sessions, with milk and water readily available. Parents can also provide their child's snack after discussing the nursery's food policy. The curriculum adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on prime areas such as Communication and Language, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, and Physical Development, alongside specific areas like Literacy and Mathematics. Learning is facilitated through play-based activities both indoors and in their dedicated outdoor space. The nursery maintains an open-door policy, welcoming parent involvement and encouraging easy communication with staff, with structured termly meetings to discuss each child's progress. They also accept government funding schemes, including 15-hour and 30-hour entitlements. Our ethos St Mary's Nursery Group follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, focusing on prime areas like Communication and Language, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, and Physical Development. Learning is facilitated through play-based activities, both indoors and outdoors, which encourage children's independence. The nursery emphasises a nurturing and secure environment, close collaboration with parents, and open communication. What it's like Children attending this nursery are supported to be confident, independent learners who know how to follow daily routines. They take part in rich and varied activities that promote their physical development and learn to manage risk. Staff are positive role models and support all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress, through nurture and understanding. Focus on settling in EYFS Curriculum Outdoor play Parental involvement Accepts government funding ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://stmarysnurserygroup.co.uk/session-times-funding/) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Mary's Nursery Group Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10364316 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259280)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/224192) 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://stmarysnurserygroup.co.uk/) The Bungalow, Shaw Lane, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV7 3DS [© 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#/-2.2707/52.63623/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near WOLVERHAMPTON - [Day nurseries in WOLVERHAMPTON](/search?q=WOLVERHAMPTON) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-mary-s-nursery-group-wv7-3ds-224192) ## Key facts Opening hours 8:30–11:30 and 12:30–15:30 (term time only) Session types Morning, Afternoon, Lunch club, Afterschool sessions Food Healthy snack provided, milk and water available. Parents can provide own snack after discussing food policy. Age range 2.5 years onwards Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1982 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Mary's Nursery Group Last inspected 13 September 2024 Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Actions the provider must take - ensure that any changes to the registered body are notified to Ofsted within the required time frame. What it's like to attend Children attending this nursery are supported to be confident, independent learners who know how to follow daily routines. They take part in rich and varied activities that promote their physical development and learn to manage risk. Staff are positive role models and support all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress, through nurture and understanding. Inspector highlights - There is a strong safeguarding culture in the nursery. - Children benefit from personalised transitions to nursery. - Children behave well and have positive attitudes towards their learning. - Managers and staff have created positive partnerships with parents. - Children are immersed in a communication-rich environment, where books are used widely to enhance their understanding of language and vocabulary. Areas to develop - 1 build on the arrangements for the supervision, support and monitoring of staff to accurately identify ways to enhance teaching further. Inspection #10364316 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259280) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff get to know children well and recognise when they are experiencing strong emotions. They take children to a quieter space where they can learn to regulate their emotions and take some time away from the busy nursery environment. This supports all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress, through nurture and understanding. Outdoor space Children put on their own coats before going outside and know how to take off their shoes and socks before climbing into the sandpit. They take part in rich and varied activities that promote their physical development. For instance, they test if objects can take their weight before standing on them. ## Parent Reviews of St Mary's Nursery Group 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX7hCvFt8sHG0ZNjRnGDhKBRFgEJanrhXK18qKgXbiQY8rWVzo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sophie Higgins 3 years ago St Mary's is a really lovely nursery with wonderful staff who show great care towards the children. The atmosphere is always welcoming and there's always a friendly face at the door! As a parent, I'm kept well informed on how my child is doing and wouldn't hesitate in recommending this nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlOXQzZUlREAE!2m1!1s0x487083b51f655d09:0x9357b9467f6bd89a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJE5_60diVavkcNYrNgqYGMASCVHbVqZHUlyw08flFALXhXSQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Karen Pearson 3 years ago St Marys is a friendly and welcoming nursery. My children are always excited for their nursery days. I am kept up to date with their progress by their keycarer and other members of staff. I love that they have a huge outdoor area which they use all year round and they take them on walking trips around the village. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1eElPX3lBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487083b51f655d09:0x9357b9467f6bd89a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUSBUoisBaldfKEGtiRkzZOKSOo9T_CeJyT0u51zTS7f567RYTB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lauren Littleton 3 years ago A wonderful nursery with excellent staff! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlOXFuTTlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487083b51f655d09:0x9357b9467f6bd89a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIe5WXg0qgi0IzmXtmHp16-EDP3avhB3agZX8uodaCziRvm6Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Matthew W 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1b0xPRElBEAE!2m1!1s0x487083b51f655d09:0x9357b9467f6bd89a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU1kjIEDHZgNmXe0OO2bPrLCUQc77P04iAcIFxLLzARSyr_MzVf=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Andrew Wilkinson 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMwNVpteUR3EAE!2m1!1s0x487083b51f655d09:0x9357b9467f6bd89a) Reviews from Google for St Mary's Nursery Group. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10617158358985857178&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: January 2008 - October 2024 Good - September 2024 Good - February 2019 Outstanding - January 2019 Outstanding - December 2015 Good - November 2015 Good - December 2014 Requires improvement - November 2014 Requires improvement - February 2012 Good - January 2012 Good - January 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about St Mary's Nursery Group ### Is St Mary's Nursery Group Ofsted registered? ### What is St Mary's Nursery Group working on improving? ### Which area does St Mary's Nursery Group serve? ### What is the age range at St Mary's Nursery Group? ### Which funded hours does St Mary's Nursery Group accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in WOLVERHAMPTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Mary's Nursery Group. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Birchfield Prepcare Nursery Wolverhampton · WV7 3AF ](/nursery/birchfield-prepcare-nursery-wv7-3af-ey539551) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.7 mi ### RAFA Kidz Cosford Wolverhampton · WV7 3EX ](/nursery/rafa-kidz-cosford-wv7-3ex-2782632) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### N Family Midlands Wolverhampton · WV8 2HU ](/nursery/n-family-midlands-ltd-wv8-2hu-2666437) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Caterpillars Nursery.co.uk Wolverhampton · WV8 2EH ](/nursery/caterpillars-nursery-co-uk-ltd-wv8-2eh-2723913) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Country Kids Day Nursery Bishops Wood · ST19 9AP ](/nursery/country-kids-day-nursery-st19-9ap-ey251062) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Codsall Community Nursery Wolverhampton · WV8 1PX ](/nursery/codsall-community-nursery-wv8-1px-2656632) [See all nurseries in WOLVERHAMPTON →](/search?q=WOLVERHAMPTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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