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The Beacon Day Nursery and Preschool

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Feb 2024)
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4.7(6 parent reviews) ·2 Acer Road, Rendlesham, Woodbridge, IP12 2GA · Suffolk
Number of places
51 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2024
Local authority
Suffolk

About this day nursery

The Beacon Day Nursery and Pre-School in Rendlesham, Woodbridge, offers a nurturing and engaging environment for children. The nursery is housed in a purpose-built facility with a vibrant atrium that serves as a central hub for various activities like music and drama, fostering interaction among children, including siblings.

The nursery is deeply embedded in the local community and maintains strong relationships with both current and former families, creating a welcoming and familial atmosphere. Outdoors, children can explore age-appropriate gardens, featuring a den, areas for growing seeds, and space for scooters and bikes.

A baby garden boasts an old tree providing shade and opportunities for bird-watching. Additionally, the nursery benefits from its proximity to Rendlesham Forest, offering children opportunities for nature walks and environmental learning.

The Beacon Day Nursery is committed to providing a personalised, homely experience where every child is supported to reach their full potential through learning and development opportunities. They prioritise employing high-quality staff and implement inclusive practices to ensure children meet their developmental milestones and are prepared for school.

Their child-centred approach focuses on individual interests, challenging and expanding curious minds, and building strong partnerships with parents and carers. The nursery is part of the Golden Apples Nurseries family.

Our ethos

The Beacon Day Nursery and Pre-School is committed to creating a personal and homely environment where children thrive. They believe every child deserves the best start in life and strive to help them fulfil their full potential. The nursery provides a secure foundation for learning and development, employing a robust recruitment process to ensure a team of quality and inspirational staff. Their practices are consistent, inclusive, and supportive, aiming for all children to meet their milestones and be ready for school. Activities are child-focused, catering to their interests, challenging their minds, and fostering strong parent/carer partnerships.

What it's like

Leaders and practitioners provide an extremely welcoming nursery where all children feel included and valued. They have high expectations and an exceptionally well-designed curriculum, ensuring children constantly acquire knowledge and skills. The nursery is a hive of activity where children show great enthusiasm for challenging tasks and new discoveries.

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (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.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday 08:00-18:00 Friday 8:00-16:30

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Beacon Day Nursery and Preschool

Last inspected 15 February 2024 · Sarah Clements

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Leaders and practitioners provide an extremely welcoming nursery where all children feel included and valued. They have high expectations and an exceptionally well-designed curriculum, ensuring children constantly acquire knowledge and skills. The nursery is a hive of activity where children show great enthusiasm for challenging tasks and new discoveries.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders demonstrate a passionate commitment to providing the highest possible quality of care for children.
  • Practitioners know exactly what they want children to achieve and skilfully tailor interactions to build on previous learning.
  • Leaders encourage practitioners to share their passions and expertise, igniting children's curiosity and introducing a wide range of rich experiences.
  • Practitioners working with babies are alert to their physical and emotional needs, tailoring care superbly.
  • There is a particularly strong focus on promoting children's well-being, including meditation and mindfulness activities.
Inspection #10282369 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Practitioners are particularly attentive to children's individual behavioural needs, ensuring that all babies and children feel extremely safe and settled.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of interactions during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this has on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of The Beacon Day Nursery and Preschool

4.7
(6)
Dragana Vidovic
3 months ago

We are so happy that our little one loves attending the Beacon Day Nursery! He has been going since he was 10 months old, and from the very beginning we felt that there is such a wonderful feeling of joy and warmth at the nursery. We love the playfulness and creativity that the staff come up with to mark special holidays and events, and we always look forward to receiving the art bundles that they make with children. At home, when we talk about nursery, one of the first things our son mentions is “dancin,” as he very much enjoys all the singing and dancing that they do :) The staff put a lot of thought into choosing resources and activities to support cognitive development. It’s wonderful to see how confidently our son relates to the staff, happily saying hello and goodbye each day. We really appreciate all the hard work that the staff do to create such a warm and engaging environment for him. The price has increased since we started, and this is the only thing that might make us reconsider how many days our little one attends nursery. All the staff members are absolutely wonderful - caring, attentive, and genuinely listen to our input and suggestions. We truly could not be happier with the Beacon Day Nursery and so glad that we have it as a part of our community.

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Ellie Euston
3 months ago

Our son has attended The Beacon Day Nursery from 3 months old and is absolutely thriving! He loves his time there and always leaves happy and content. We can't fault his key person Aliyah, we always have a thorough handover and trust her entirely, along with Emma in the baby room who is also brilliant. We look forward to watching him grow over his few years at The Beacon.

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sophie gibbs
4 months ago

My little girl attended this nursery from the baby room right through until she started school, and my little boy is currently in the baby room. Overall, we have had a very positive experience. The staff are genuinely lovely, caring, and attentive, and I’ve always felt my children were safe and well looked after. Maria deserves a special mention — she is amazing. She’s always approachable, accessible, and happy to speak with parents, which makes such a difference and gives real reassurance. The only downside we’ve experienced has been with the financial side which was no fault of the nursery team on site level. I must say the staff at the nursery dealt really well with all of the questions us parents had and I’m sure they had to deal with some unhappy parents too during this period. Aside from this, the care and support the children receive day to day has been excellent, and we’ve been very happy overall.

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Elèna Maria
4 months ago

My 3y/o attended the nursery and is currently having holiday sessions. Since nursery his speech has improved and the holiday sessions are handy! Maria checks on parents to see how they are doing as well nice lady

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Inspection history

Date: February 2023

  • March 2024Outstanding
  • February 2024Outstanding
  • March 2023Requires improvement
  • February 2023Requires improvement

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