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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. The Lawns Children's Nursery # The Lawns Children's Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2024) · Hardy House, 32 Chubbs Lawn, Crewkerne, TA18 8BH · Somerset Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2024 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Lawns Children's Nursery in Crewkerne offers a stimulating and supportive environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, from 8:00 to 18:00, for 51 weeks of the year. It boasts an open-plan classroom, an enclosed garden with a large lawn, a hard play surface, and an organic kitchen garden featuring a safe greenhouse, willow dome, sensory garden with a bug hotel, and a bamboo maze. The nursery emphasises a School Readiness Programme, designed in collaboration with Reception teachers, to prepare children for their transition to school. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, providing flexible routines and planned activities. ' The nursery is committed to having 100% of its in-ratio Early Years Educators and Teachers trained in paediatric first aid. They also offer up to three free settling sessions to help children and parents adjust, and use an electronic eyLog system to document children's learning and foster strong parent-carer partnerships. The nursery's environment is intentionally designed with neutral colours and ergonomically sound wooden furniture to support concentration and promote independence. Our ethos The Lawns Children's Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and emphasises a School Readiness Programme developed with Reception teachers to aid the transition to school. The nursery's environment is intentionally designed with neutral colours and wooden furniture to support concentration and promote independence. They are committed to strong parent-carer partnerships through an electronic system documenting children's learning. What it's like Children are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery, confidently exploring the welcoming and well-designed environment and making choices about their play and learning. They form strong bonds with friendly and approachable staff, who know them well, and develop skills across a balanced curriculum that prepares them well for school, gaining good independence. School Readiness Programme Nutritional Food by On-Site Chefs Paediatric First Aid Trained Staff Electronic eyLog System EYFS Curriculum ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (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. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Lawns Children's Nursery Inspection date Aug 2024 Inspection no. 10350986 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257457)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY479731) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-lawns-children-s-nursery-ta18-8bh-ey479731) ## Key facts Food All-inclusive, nursery cooked nutritional food (breakfast, two-course lunch, morning and afternoon fruit/vegetable snack, and afternoon 'high tea') Opening hours Monday to Friday 08:00 – 18:00 for 51 weeks of the year Staff 100% in-ratio Early Years Educators/Teachers paediatric first aid trained Age range 2 years to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Lawns Children's Nursery Last inspected 15 August 2024 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 are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery, confidently exploring the welcoming and well-designed environment and making choices about their play and learning. They form strong bonds with friendly and approachable staff, who know them well, and develop skills across a balanced curriculum that prepares them well for school, gaining good independence. Inspector highlights - Staff design a curriculum that focuses on children's interests and what they need to learn next. - Staff engage in regular training and receive effective support and guidance from the management team, with a strong focus on 'emotional coaching'. - Staff use daily routines well to help children settle and feel safe, using a 'welcome' song and an 'emotion tree'. - There are good partnerships with parents to ensure that staff meet children's individual needs successfully, especially regarding special dietary requirements and medical needs. - The provider has a good overview of the quality of children's experiences, regularly evaluating and tracking progress and gaining feedback from staff and parents to influence improvement plans. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of small-group times to ensure that children are challenged and remain focused on their learning - 2 develop staff consistency in applying the nursery's chosen strategies to develop children's understanding of routines and expectations for focused group times. Inspection #10350986 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257457) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff promptly assess children's needs and put relevant support plans in place when needed, initiating professional conversations to secure additional funding. They work closely with parents and other professionals to devise relevant behavioural support plans to provide consistent approaches to managing behaviour. The designated lead for special educational needs coordinator was involved in professional discussions during the inspection. Outdoor space Children greatly enjoy the opportunities to be outside and physically active. They engage well in chasing games, carefully negotiating the space and avoiding collisions, and play cooperatively building obstacle courses together. They understand the effect that exercise has on their bodies, commenting that they need to remove their coats as they have become 'too hot'. Inspection history Date: January 2016 - August 2024 Good - September 2018 Good - January 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about The Lawns Children's Nursery ### How many places does The Lawns Children's Nursery have? ### Which area does The Lawns Children's Nursery serve? ### Open hours at The Lawns Children's Nursery? ### What curriculum does The Lawns Children's Nursery follow? ### What are the fees at The Lawns Children's Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Crewkerne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Lawns Children's Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Jigsaw Preschool Crewkerne · TA18 8DA ](/nursery/jigsaw-preschool-ta18-8da-ey535772) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Beeches Nursery Crewkerne · TA18 8HG ](/nursery/little-beeches-nursery-ta18-8hg-2700133) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 4.4 mi ### Rama Life at Frogmary South Petherton · TA13 5DJ ](/nursery/rama-life-at-frogmary-ta13-5dj-2645654) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.7 mi ### Hassockmoor Childcare & Out of School Club Palmer Street · TA13 5DB ](/nursery/hassockmoor-childcare-out-of-school-club-ta13-5db-2867758) [See all nurseries in Crewkerne →](/search?q=Crewkerne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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