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The Faraway Tree Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(6 parent reviews) ·Bedford Close, Derby, DE22 3HQ · Derby
Number of places
38 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Derby

About this day nursery

The Faraway Tree Day Nursery in Derby is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can embark on their educational journey with confidence. " With a team of mature and experienced staff, the nursery aims to empower children to become independent learners.

The Faraway Tree Day Nursery is committed to giving every child the best start in life, offering a safe and loving space for them to flourish. The nursery has received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection, a testament to its commitment to quality education and care.

Parents can find information about the curriculum, including EYFS details, and explore the different rooms designed for various age groups. The website also provides resources for parents, including registration forms and details on sessions and fees.

Our ethos

The Faraway Tree Day Nursery's philosophy is centred on fostering developmental growth through play, inspired by Albert Einstein's view of play as research. They aim to empower children as independent learners within a nurturing, stimulating, safe, and loving environment, aligning with EYFS principles.

What it's like

Children confidently wave goodbye to their parents as they walk in through the main entrance. Staff greet them warmly and welcome them into this small and friendly nursery. Children show eagerness to come into the playroom to see what interesting activities are on offer, and are motivated to learn.

Play-based learningExperienced staffOfsted rated good

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around various session options, including individual meals, morning or afternoon sessions, and full- or half-day care. Separate rates apply for school-aged children's wrap-around care and holiday clubs. A discount is offered for full-time, non-funded attendance.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Non-funded children attending 5 days per week, all year round, receive a 5% discount.
  • Late collection is charged per hour.
  • Late payment fees are applied to overdue accounts.
  • Funded meals (breakfast, lunch, or supper) are charged at a flat rate per meal.

Key facts

Opening hours

6.30am until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for a week between Christmas and New Year and bank holidays.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Faraway Tree Day Nursery

Last inspected 26 July 2022

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

Children confidently wave goodbye to their parents as they walk in through the main entrance. Staff greet them warmly and welcome them into this small and friendly nursery. Children show eagerness to come into the playroom to see what interesting activities are on offer, and are motivated to learn.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are motivated and have a positive attitude to their learning.
  • Staff have high expectations of all children and are positive role models.
  • Partnerships with parents are good.
  • Staff have supervision sessions with the manager to reflect upon the quality of their work and professional development.
  • The curriculum is ambitious for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Areas to develop

  • 1provide more opportunities for children to use the new vocabulary they have learnt
  • 2strengthen staff practice in supporting child-led activities, so that children can take the lead and explore in their own way.
Inspection #10236763 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that they felt fully supported during the COVID-19 pandemic, and benefitted from frequent contact and activity ideas they received.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The curriculum is ambitious for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The deputy manager who leads SEND provision, and staff, work tirelessly and very closely with parents to ensure that they address any gaps in learning immediately and without delay. This means that children receive prompt support to help them make the best possible progress in their learning.

Outdoor space

Children's physical skills are well developed as they run, balance, and climb on the outdoor equipment with ease. The manager has used some funding to make improvements to the garden, such as introducing larger apparatus and climbing equipment, to provide further opportunities for children to develop strength in their bodies and to take risks in their play.

Parent Reviews of The Faraway Tree Day Nursery

5.0
(6)
georgina adoma
5 years ago

My daughter just left to primary school and she absolutely loved it there. The staff’s are wonderful, very polite, friendly. She was really happy there even in the weekend my daughter will asked if she can go to nursery she always had smile 😊 on her face when she is going to nursery.

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Andreea Roscan
7 years ago

My son is in preschool class and he love it..we love all as well.everyone is nice and friendly.my son is happy when i pick him up.He have already 2 years at this nursery.my daughter who is year 6 she is crying because she will miss this place .she enjoyed the holiday club in there.my kids have their favourites, as mum i may say that as well, but at this nursery from administrator,manager, till a simple employee everyone have a nice word for you and a great smile.they keep improving all the time to offer to kids the best. Thank you to all the staff!

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Daniel Sands
8 months ago

My little boy loves it here, staff are all great and friendly. 100% would recommend

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osa mcardle
5 years ago

My son attended this nursery from 8 months until he started reception this year. The staff are amazing and my son really thrived in their care. I would recommend this nursery without hesitation.

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m a
3 years ago

My daughters been with the nursery for more than 1.5 yrs now. Amazing friendly staff , they look after my kid very nicely.

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Inspection history

Date: August 2016

  • July 2022Good
  • August 2016Good

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