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The Children's House

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2022)
·Station Road, Stallingborough, Grimsby, DN41 8AJ · North East Lincolnshire
Number of places
121 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
North East Lincolnshire

About this day nursery

The Children's House, established in 2000, offers exceptional care and education for children from birth to five years old, integrating the Early Years Foundation Stage with the Montessori philosophy. Located in Stallingborough, Lincolnshire, the nursery prides itself on its highly qualified team, many of whom are trained in Montessori education, and their commitment to fostering warm, nurturing relationships crucial for children's well-being and learning.

With over four decades of experience in early childhood education, the nursery focuses on core values that prioritise the critical period of early childhood development. They encourage prospective families to visit and experience the unique environment that makes The Children's House a special place for young children, highlighted by positive parent testimonials.

Our ethos

The Children's House integrates the Early Years Foundation Stage with the Montessori philosophy, focusing on core values that prioritise early childhood development and fostering warm, nurturing relationships. Many staff are trained in Montessori education.

What it's like

Children are happy and enthusiastic about their learning, thriving in a highly inviting and stimulating environment. Their learning is tailored to individual needs, helping them acquire appropriate skills for school. Inclusive practice is excellent, with exceptional provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Montessori educationEYFS curriculumQualified staffEarly childhood specialists

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2000

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Children's House

Last inspected 5 July 2022 · Marie Briggs

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

Children are happy and enthusiastic about their learning, thriving in a highly inviting and stimulating environment. Their learning is tailored to individual needs, helping them acquire appropriate skills for school. Inclusive practice is excellent, with exceptional provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Inspector highlights

  • The extremely dedicated leadership and management team lead by example, offering continuous support and guidance to staff.
  • The setting is highly inclusive, and children with SEND excel in their development.
  • Partnership working with parents is a strength, with parents complimenting staff's commitment and support.
  • Children are provided with healthy, nutritious meals and snacks and benefit from extensive outdoor play opportunities.
  • Staff significantly follow children's interests, introducing technological equipment and promoting rich vocabulary.
Inspection #10117573 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Inclusive practice is excellent and the provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is exceptional. Children with SEND excel in their development, and staff work in partnership with other professionals to help children focus their learning. Staff provide additional one-to-one speech and language support and use visual prompts to support learning and encourage children's understanding of objects.

Outdoor space

Outside, children run, jump, skip, climb on the climbing apparatus, play in the sandpit and mix and stir in the mud kitchen. Older children also push prams and buggies as well as ride trikes and other wheeled toys. Young children learn how to kick and throw balls with accuracy and manipulate play dough.

Inspection history

Date: May 2004

  • August 2022Outstanding
  • July 2022Outstanding
  • March 2015Outstanding
  • February 2015Outstanding
  • April 2008Outstanding
  • May 2004Good

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