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Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery # Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2023) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · Delph Cottages, Slackcote Lane, Delph, OL3 5TW · Oldham Number of places 152 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Oldham About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery, located in Delph and established in 2012, has consistently achieved an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, most recently on June 1, 2023. The nursery prides itself on providing a rich and stimulating environment where children, from babies to pre-schoolers, excel in learning and play. With a team of 31 staff, 22 of whom hold at least a level 3 early years qualification, and a manager with a level 6 qualification, the nursery ensures purposeful activities tailored to each child's needs. Children benefit from extensive time in nature, participating in activities like climbing and exploring, and even working with the Wildlife Trust. The nursery strongly promotes health and well-being through yoga and breathing sessions, and fosters confidence through dance shows in their outdoor amphitheatre. Parents are actively involved, with opportunities to attend social events and stay-and-play sessions, and staff regularly share information to support learning at home. The nursery also has strong community links, engaging children in events like the local 'Whit Walks' parade and hosting visits from brass bands, enriching their cultural experiences and vocabulary development. Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery is open from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6 pm, all year round, providing funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. What it's like Children excel in learning and play with wonder and awe in this impeccable nursery setting. Staff use their passion to provide children with a breadth of experiences. Children's lives are enriched from the start. Children spend large amounts of time in the natural environment, where they climb, explore and investigate. All children are highly valued by staff, who know them exceptionally well. Each child shows a positive learning attitude, and they are excited to explore the nursery as soon as they arrive. Children's behaviour and manners are exceptional. Excellence in learning and play Exceptional staff dedication Strong community links Outdoor learning focus Outstanding provision ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2012 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10264405 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223209)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449310) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=swan-meadow-cottage-day-nursery-ol3-5tw-ey449310) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Swan Meadow Cottage Day Nursery Last inspected 1 June 2023 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children excel in learning and play with wonder and awe in this impeccable nursery setting. Staff use their passion to provide children with a breadth of experiences. Children's lives are enriched from the start. Children spend large amounts of time in the natural environment, where they climb, explore and investigate. All children are highly valued by staff, who know them exceptionally well. Each child shows a positive learning attitude, and they are excited to explore the nursery as soon as they arrive. Children's behaviour and manners are exceptional. Inspector highlights - Children excel in learning and play with wonder and awe in this impeccable nursery setting. - Staff use their passion to provide children with a breadth of experiences. - Children's lives are enriched from the start; babies gaze and reach up for bubbles during their daily 'wondrous session'. - Children spend large amounts of time in the natural environment, where they climb, explore and investigate. - Pre-school children work with the Wildlife Trust to help them learn how to care for the animals. - Children’s health and physical well-being are promoted consistently, with yoga and breathing sessions to help regulate their body movement and promote a sense of calm. - Pre-school children take part in dance shows in the outdoor amphitheatre, which helps to significantly increase their confidence. - All children are highly valued by staff, who know them exceptionally well. Inspection #10264405 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223209) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Opportunities for children with SEND are seamlessly tailored to accommodate their pace and ability. This helps to ensure that children with SEND are fully included in all aspects of the nursery. Leaders and staff work with external professionals and families to closely monitor children's progress and implement effective support techniques. Consequently, children with SEND are extremely happy and acquire lots of new skills. Outdoor space Children spend large amounts of time in the natural environment, where they climb, explore and investigate. Pre-school children work with the Wildlife Trust to help them learn how to care for the animals. 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