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The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool # The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 1514 Melton Road, Queniborough, LEICESTER, LE7 3FN · Leicestershire Number of places 84 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Leicestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 30am until 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year, catering to children aged 0-4 years. This Leicester-based nursery, rated 'Good' by Ofsted as of its 22 May 2023 inspection, provides a secure and nurturing environment where children feel safe and have a strong sense of belonging. Staff are caring and attentive, responding to children's needs and interests, which was highlighted by the inspector. The nursery has an effective curriculum and a harmonious atmosphere, promoting good behaviour among children. Staff are proactive in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring, for example, that non-walking children can participate in outdoor play alongside their peers, accessing toys and enjoying the grass with staff support. Outdoor learning is encouraged, with pre-school children developing physical skills by balancing on tyres in the garden. Staff engage children in detailed conversations, expanding their vocabulary with descriptive words, and foster independence, such as encouraging children to serve their own food at mealtimes. Parents are pleased with the progress their children make and appreciate the practical advice offered by staff to support children's behaviour at home. What it's like Children show they feel safe and have a sense of belonging at this nursery. Staff are caring and attentive to children. The effective curriculum and staff's positive involvement with children promote good behaviour and a harmonious atmosphere in the nursery. Caring and attentive staff Effective curriculum Good behaviour Strong SEND support Promotes independence Engaging outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool Last inspected 22 May 2023 · Melanie Eastwell 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 show they feel safe and have a sense of belonging at this nursery. Staff are caring and attentive to children. The effective curriculum and staff's positive involvement with children promote good behaviour and a harmonious atmosphere in the nursery. Inspector highlights - Management works effectively with the staff team. Staff state they feel supported by the managers. - Staff are effective in their teaching. They help children extend their interests and provide resources to support children's ideas. - The staff engage children in detailed conversations as they play alongside them. They extend children's vocabulary by using descriptive words. - Children learn to behave well. They listen to staff and respond to their clear reminders to work together, share and take turns. - Staff promote children's developing independence. Children serve their own food at mealtimes under close supervision and learn to use cutlery. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff's understanding of how to consistently promote and encourage children's conversational skills - 2 improve staff's skills in how to fully support children's developing language, particularly in relation to discouraging children's use of dummies during play and activities. Inspection #10290882 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221062) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10290882 Lead inspector Melanie Eastwell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221062)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2637847) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 1514 Melton Road, Queniborough, LEICESTER, LE7 3FN [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.06081/52.70564/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LEICESTER - [Day nurseries in LEICESTER](/search?q=LEICESTER) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-laurels-nursery-school-and-preschool-le7-3fn-2637847) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are happy with the nursery. They comment on the progress their children make and how the staff give them ideas that help to regulate children's behaviour at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide effective support for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. For example, children who are not yet walking have the same experiences as their friends when playing outside. Staff help them access the toys and sit with them on the grass. Outdoor space Children who are not yet walking have the same experiences as their friends when playing outside. Staff help them access the toys and sit with them on the grass. Pre-school children develop their physical skills and confidence as they balance on tyres in the garden with staff support. Inspection history Date: May 2023 - June 2023 Good - May 2023 Good ## Frequently asked about The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool ### What type of nursery is The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool? ### What is the capacity at The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool? ### How do parents describe The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in LEICESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Laurels Nursery School and Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Busy Bodies Childcare Queniborough · LE7 3FE 4.9(42 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bodies-childcare-limited-le7-3fe-2721997) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Children 1st @ Syston Leicester · LE7 2EQ 4.7(12 reviews) ](/nursery/children-1st-syston-le7-2eq-ey561773) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### The Syston Day Nursery Leicester · LE7 2HA ](/nursery/the-syston-day-nursery-le7-2ha-ey499967) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Lime Tree Cossington Rd Loughborough · LE12 7RR ](/nursery/lime-tree-cossington-rd-ltd-le12-7rr-2747619) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Charnwood Pre-school & Out of School Club Thurmaston · LE4 8DE 5.0(34 reviews) ](/nursery/charnwood-pre-school-out-of-school-club-le4-8de-2598042) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.6 mi ### Charnwood Nursery and Pre-School Leicester · LE4 8JF 4.9(93 reviews) ](/nursery/charnwood-nursery-and-pre-school-le4-8jf-ey373022) [See all nurseries in LEICESTER →](/search?q=LEICESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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