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The Day Nursery in Essex

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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4.0(4 parent reviews) ·Church Road, Rawreth, Essex, SS11 8SH · Essex
Number of places
80 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Essex

About this day nursery

The Day Nursery, established in 2008, operates as a family-run business dedicated to providing outstanding childcare for children from three months to five years old. Situated on a historic site active since 1873, the nursery boasts over an acre of outdoor space for children to explore safely.

The facilities include a separate dining room, a biometric entry system for security, and ample parking. The staff consists of fully qualified professionals committed to ensuring every child enjoys their day.

The nursery is equipped with various dedicated rooms, such as a Baby Unit with air conditioning, a large Hall for diverse play activities, a Pre-School designed to prepare older children for school, and a Transition Room for children moving between age groups or preparing for primary school. All indoor and outdoor areas are monitored by CCTV, reflecting a strong emphasis on safety and security.

The Day Nursery encourages prospective parents to book a visit to experience the setting firsthand.

What it's like

Children are safe and happy at this nursery, receiving a warm welcome from professional and friendly staff. They develop close attachments to their key person, feeling secure and well-cared for. Children learn through a balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities, showing curiosity and imagination.

Family-run businessLarge outdoor groundsHistoric settingBiometric entry systemCCTV monitored

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges a flat rate for all age groups with options for morning, afternoon, and full day sessions. Hourly rates are used to calculate invoices once funding is active. Additional hours and early starts can be booked separately.

Funding accepted

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

Good to know

  • Accepts Early Years Funding from the term following the child's third birthday.
  • Invoices are calculated using the hourly rate once funding is applied.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Day Nursery

Last inspected 24 February 2023

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 are safe and happy at this nursery, receiving a warm welcome from professional and friendly staff. They develop close attachments to their key person, feeling secure and well-cared for. Children learn through a balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities, showing curiosity and imagination.

Inspector highlights

  • The management team and staff have worked hard to improve practice since the last inspection.
  • Children make good progress from their starting points.
  • Children enjoy opportunities and activities that support development in all areas of learning and progression of skills over time.
  • Staff support children's physical health and development well.
  • The special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) provides targeted support for those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to reflect on the organisation of the environment within the baby room to help them implement the curriculum and the intentions for children's learning at the highest level
  • 2ensure staff maintain the good implementation of the curriculum throughout the day, especially during mealtimes.
Inspection #10254155 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) provides targeted support for those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. He plans and reviews children's personal goals to ensure that they are receiving the right help. The SENCO provides staff with the necessary information they need to help children make good progress.

Outdoor space

Children happily climb and run outside in the fresh air. Babies hold chunky chalks and make marks outside on the ground.

Parent Reviews of The Day Nursery

4.0
(4)
Claire Scanlan
a year ago

My oldest child attended here before school and my 2 year old is still there. It Is such a lovely nursery. The staff are friendly and keep us updated on the app. My youngest talks about the staff as her friends when she gets home. My oldest child’s key worker cried when she left for school which just showed me how much they care about the children. The garden is great and the rooms are big for playtime. They have a separate lunch room which is also a bonus. Fully recommended. Claire Rooks

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danielle burns
2 years ago

I adore this place. Great management. Amazing caring staff. Incredible facilities and outside space. This place is the absolute best. Now not living close enough for my children to attend makes me sad as nowhere else comes close. If you are local enough and looking for a place for your child/ten to attend then please check it out!!

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: June 2013

  • February 2023Good
  • August 2022Inadequate
  • October 2016Good
  • December 2015Good
  • June 2013Requires improvement

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