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Staffordshire University Woodlands Day Nursery # Staffordshire University Woodlands Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Staffordshire University, Off Lordship Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, ST4 2TQ · Stoke-on-Trent Number of places 120 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent 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 Woodlands Day Nursery, situated at Staffordshire University's Stoke-on-Trent campus, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children ranging from infants to five-year-olds. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and experienced staff who are committed to fostering each child's development through a diverse curriculum that encourages exploration, learning, and play. With a strong emphasis on outdoor activities, children regularly engage with nature in the nursery's secure garden space, promoting physical well-being and an appreciation for the natural world. The nursery also provides healthy and freshly prepared meals, accommodating various dietary needs. Flexible attendance options, including full-day and sessional care, are available to support the diverse schedules of families, particularly those connected with the university. Woodlands Day Nursery is dedicated to creating a supportive community where children can thrive and build a solid foundation for future learning. What it's like Leaders and staff put children at the heart of what they do at this nursery. They are passionate about the care and education they provide, and they offer an extensive range of learning opportunities for all children, which helps them to make good progress. Staff understand the importance of building secure relationships with children and are attentive to their emotional needs. University campus nursery Outdoor play-focused Healthy meals provided Experienced staff ## Pricing & funding Fees are payable monthly in advance. Additional hours may be booked subject to availability, charged at an hourly rate. The setting participates in government funding schemes. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are payable monthly in advance. - Additional hours are subject to availability. ## Key facts Session types Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session Food Meals provided, catering for all dietary requirements Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2022 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Staffordshire University Woodlands Day Nursery Last inspected 4 June 2024 · Christine Ward 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 Leaders and staff put children at the heart of what they do at this nursery. They are passionate about the care and education they provide, and they offer an extensive range of learning opportunities for all children, which helps them to make good progress. Staff understand the importance of building secure relationships with children and are attentive to their emotional needs. Inspector highlights - Children become good communicators. - Children are independent. - Children learn to be respectful of one another. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. - Parents speak highly of the care their children receive. Areas to develop - 1 develop ways to gather more feedback from parents to further strengthen partnerships and gain more knowledge of what can be improved. Inspection #10344903 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251629) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Staffordshire University Woodlands Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10344903 Lead inspector Christine Ward Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251629)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697327) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=staffordshire-university-woodlands-day-nursery-st4-2tq-2697327) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents say they make really good progress as a result of attending the nursery. > Parents comment that staff are friendly and their children are excited to attend nursery. > They appreciate the experiences their children are offered and say they make really good progress as a result of attending the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff work closely with other professionals and families to ensure that children receive the support they need to make good progress. They consider the individual needs of children and offer play opportunities that all children can engage with. Staff are proactive in finding strategies to support children's learning while waiting for advice from external services. Outdoor space The outdoor space is uniquely designed to provide opportunities for children to learn how to take risks and develop their physical skills in a range of ways. Staff support children to navigate different levels of surface and teach them to climb safely over purpose-built equipment. An outdoor corridor provides children with further opportunities to learn outdoors where staff read stories to children and organise various other resources for children to play with. ## Parent Reviews of Staffordshire University Woodlands Day Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXKfHxUInS9oYhChuLwIodw_qZYJRu3aqK1HgtCEnQQscp5J5ex=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amtul Fatima 5 years ago one of the best nursery in Stoke. 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