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Sticky Mits Childcare Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2022)
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4.7(7 parent reviews) ·1-2 Queensgate, Doncaster, DN1 3JN · Doncaster
Number of places
114 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2022
Local authority
Doncaster

About this day nursery

Sticky Mits Childcare Centre, located in Doncaster City Centre, is a well-established nursery and pre-school dedicated to providing exceptional care and education for young children. The centre prides itself on creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where children aged over 3 months can flourish, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

With a strong emphasis on early childhood education, Sticky Mits aims to build a solid foundation for future academic success while prioritising the safety and well-being of every child. The nursery offers flexible hourly rates rather than fixed session prices, catering to parents with varying schedules.

They also accept government funding and Tax-Free Childcare, alongside offering additional services such as early drop-off and late pick-up, and meals and snacks. The team of qualified and experienced educators provides personalised care and engages children in a variety of activities to promote social interaction and cognitive development, striving to be a supportive 'second home' for all its attendees.

Our ethos

At Sticky Mits, we believe in fostering a welcoming and inspiring space where children can thrive and grow. Our experienced team is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. We strive to be a second home for your little ones, offering a safe and stimulating setting where they can explore, play, and develop essential skills.

What it's like

Children thrive in this welcoming environment, where staff go out of their way to support children and their families. This inclusive setting provides support for many children who speak English as an additional language. Children have many opportunities to learn about the world around them.

Flexible hoursHourly ratesEarly childhood educationSafe & secure environment

Pricing & funding

Charges are calculated strictly on an hourly basis rather than set sessions, meaning parents only pay for booked hours. Rates are split into two age bands, under and over two years old. No extra resource or consumable fees are charged, with the exception of meals and snacks.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Charges are billed strictly on an hourly basis for booked hours.
  • Additional fees apply for hours booked between 7am-8am and 5pm-6pm.
  • No additional resource or consumable fees are charged, except for meals and snacks.

Key facts

Age range

3 months +

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Sticky Mits Childcare Centre

Last inspected 9 December 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 thrive in this welcoming environment, where staff go out of their way to support children and their families. This inclusive setting provides support for many children who speak English as an additional language. Children have many opportunities to learn about the world around them.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thrive in a welcoming environment where staff support children and families.
  • The setting is inclusive and supports children who speak English as an additional language.
  • Children engage in trips to local places like the market, bus station, train station, library, and wildlife park.
  • Children have access to high-quality stimulating resources and activities, including a dedicated physical room for active play and yoga.
  • The key-person system is effective, providing good support and attention, and staff know children well to plan for their next steps in learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1ensure that staff use a consistent approach towards managing children's behaviour throughout the setting
  • 2provide children with opportunities to extend their learning through quality interactions.
Inspection #10265279 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work well with other professionals to provide support for children with additional communication needs. They quickly identify and meet the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and make swift referrals to external agencies to ensure children receive the support they need.

Outdoor space

Despite the nursery not having direct access to an outdoor area, children access a dedicated physical room each day. In this space, children ride bicycles, jump, climb and take part in yoga sessions to promote their physical development.

EAL / language support

This inclusive setting provides support for many children who speak English as an additional language. Staff use lots of singing and familiar books to introduce new words to children. They learn words from children's home languages to help them to communicate and feel comfortable. Staff communicate well with parents, using interpreters where required.

Parent Reviews of Sticky Mits Childcare Centre

4.7
(7)
Iryna Kirieieva
3 years ago

They are lovely. My 22months son always happy. They have flexible hours, wat is really convenient. I chose them because of the location and flexible hours , but i never regret, because my baby is happy there 😘

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Kylie Pashley
8 years ago

Very good nursery,there all so friendly and my child adores it. Shes been a few years on and off now😍

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Inspection history

Date: March 2012

  • December 2022Good
  • June 2017Good
  • August 2013Good
  • March 2012Good

Frequently asked about Sticky Mits Childcare Centre

About the setting

Sticky Mits Childcare Centre registered in 2006 and is located in Doncaster. It is open all year round, from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. There are 16 staff employed at the nursery, 15 of whom hold relevant childcare qualifications ranging from level 2 to level 6. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY336961
Registered person
LHD Partners Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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