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The Family Tree Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2025)
·The Old School, East Lodge, Shefford, SG17 5BH · Central Bedfordshire
Number of places
51 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire

About this day nursery

The Family Tree Day Nursery, situated in Shefford, Bedfordshire, stands as an independent childcare provider dedicated to fostering a stimulating and nurturing atmosphere for young children. The nursery embraces a philosophy where learning flourishes through play and direct experiences, offering a diverse array of activities designed to ignite curiosity and instil a lifelong passion for learning.

As an independent establishment, the nursery enjoys the flexibility to customise its programmes to cater to the unique needs and developmental pace of each child. The team prioritises building strong relationships with families, ensuring every child receives attentive and personalised care.

Operating with a commitment to individuality, the nursery focuses on nurturing specific strengths and interests, and employs trained professionals to deliver exceptional care and education. The environment is designed to promote a sense of family and community, encouraging active participation from families.

Safety is paramount, with rigorous measures in place to guarantee the well-being of all children.

Our ethos

The Family Tree Day Nursery embraces a philosophy where learning flourishes through play and direct experiences, designed to ignite curiosity and instil a lifelong passion for learning. They focus on nurturing the unique strengths and interests of each child and building strong relationships with families to ensure personalised care.

What it's like

Leaders and staff at Family Tree Day Nursery form strong bonds with children, understanding their individual needs and how they learn best. They interact and engage with children well, using praise and encouragement to build confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum prioritises communication and language development, with staff using correct language and singing to babies to support their linguistic skills.

Play-based learningIndividualised approachFamily atmosphereStrong parent relationships

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged as a standard full day rate with optional early bird sessions, or through monthly packages for bookings of three to five days per week. Fees are all-inclusive of all daily meals, snacks, hygiene products, and first aid medications. No age-based price differences are mentioned.

Good to know

  • Fees include breakfast, lunch, tea, snacks, nappies, wipes, creams, and first aid medications.
  • Includes access to the Family Tree Club Collection.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Family Tree Day Nursery

Last inspected 24 April 2025

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

Leaders and staff at Family Tree Day Nursery form strong bonds with children, understanding their individual needs and how they learn best. They interact and engage with children well, using praise and encouragement to build confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum prioritises communication and language development, with staff using correct language and singing to babies to support their linguistic skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and staff form strong bonds with children and get to know them well.
  • The curriculum is clear with a strong focus on developing children's communication and language development.
  • Children of all ages enjoy their time outside. The garden is a hive of activity that allows them to get physical in their play.
  • Staff interactions are purposeful and meaningful, supporting children's ideas and critical thinking skills.
  • Parents feel well-informed about activities and value feedback, photos, and regular stay and play sessions.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff's understanding of the curriculum intent so that teaching consistently focuses on the individual learning needs of each child.
Inspection #10389758 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff identify gaps in children's development. They collaborate with parents and external agencies to provide targeted support.

Outdoor space

Children of all ages enjoy their time outside. The garden is a hive of activity that allows them to get physical in their play. Staff help children to develop their large muscles and coordination, with older children tackling climbing walls and younger children using fishing nets in a water tray.

Inspection history

Date: June 2016

  • April 2025Good
  • August 2019Good
  • June 2016Good

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