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The Kids' Academy # The Kids' Academy Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 3.3 (3 parent reviews) · The Kids Academy, Moulsham School, CHELMSFORD, CM2 9DE · Essex Number of places 66 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Kids' Academy, established in 2008, operates year-round, offering full-day care from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm for children aged 1 to 4 years. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2022, the nursery provides a welcoming environment where children settle quickly and form strong relationships with staff and peers. The curriculum is thoughtfully planned around children's interests and learning needs, fostering active participation in activities. Children at The Kids' Academy enjoy nature walks, where they explore natural resources, develop an understanding of sustainability, and learn about recycling and protecting the planet. The nursery places particular emphasis on developing confident communicators, with older children engaging in phonics sessions and younger ones building problem-solving skills through play. Staff are nurturing and supportive, guiding children while encouraging independence and choice. Parents consistently express high satisfaction with the care and education their children receive, highlighting the strong partnerships between the nursery and families, with regular updates on children's development and progress. Our ethos The Kids' Academy focuses on learning through play to help each child thrive. The team provides tailored support in a close-knit environment, prioritising children's happiness and offering age-appropriate resources that encourage learning. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle quickly at The Kids Academy. They have secure relationships with staff and form positive friendships with each other. Children know the routine, take turns, and listen intently to their friends during group times. Active learners Strong parent partnerships Outdoor learning Confident communicators Good behaviour Nurturing staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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 Friday, 07:30 - 18:00 Age range 1-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Day, Sessional Waitlist waiting list ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Kids' Academy Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10233717 Lead inspector Hilda Miller Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50201105)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY365137) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-kids-academy-cm2-9de-ey365137) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Kids' Academy Last inspected 1 November 2022 · Hilda Miller 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 arrive happy and settle quickly at The Kids Academy. They have secure relationships with staff and form positive friendships with each other. Children know the routine, take turns, and listen intently to their friends during group times. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happy and settle quickly, forming secure relationships with staff and positive friendships with each other. - Older children are confident communicators, listening carefully to the phonics song and naming sounds. - Children go on nature walks, learning about sustainability, recycling, and protecting the planet. - Partnerships with parents are strong, with regular updates on children's development and progress. - Children are active learners and eager to become involved in activities, supported by staff who guide them while allowing choices. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff practice to enable them to plan and provide activities that support children's imagination and creativity - 2 focus further on children's language development, allowing time for children to respond, and support staff to identify opportunities where language can be extended - 3 improve the monitoring of staff practice to develop their knowledge and understanding of how children learn, so that all children benefit from a consistently high-quality learning experience. Inspection #10233717 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50201105) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report a high degree of satisfaction with the care and education given to their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children go on nature walks to collect natural resources. They look at the leaves, intently describing the different colours and markings. They learn about sustainability, recycling and how to protect the planet. ## Parent Reviews of The Kids' Academy 3.3 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKjWd-KdSE_1qEfk5HG5-v9Jzes5gS4Rn3l-U--HlSlNkTtmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) zainelabdain yasain 3 years ago The staff is aggressive with the parent and they are not fair on treating the kids equally . This is unsafe environment to keep the children with thin. 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[See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12065585958803783595&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2013 - November 2022 Good - February 2017 Outstanding - September 2013 Good - March 2013 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about The Kids' Academy ### What is The Kids' Academy's Ofsted rating? ### Does The Kids' Academy offer funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for The Kids' Academy? ### What age range does The Kids' Academy cater for? ### When was The Kids' Academy established? ### Do children at The Kids' Academy get to explore nature? ### How does The Kids' Academy engage with parents? ### How can I contact The Kids' Academy? ## About the setting The Kids' Academy registered in 2008. It is situated in Chelmsford, Essex. It operates from Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year, with sessions from 7:30 am until 6 pm. The provider employs 10 members of childcare staff, with eight holding early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. 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