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The Learning Mill # The Learning Mill Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2024) · Newspaper House, Joliffe Street, Leek, ST13 5LJ · Staffordshire Number of places 80 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2024 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Learning Mill provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, operating 51 weeks a year from 7:30 to 18:00. The nursery is dedicated to creating a home-from-home atmosphere where children feel warm, safe, and friendly. Their approach is child-led, respecting parental wishes and fostering self-confidence and self-awareness through a key worker system. Every practitioner is committed to making each child's early years exceptional, guiding them to develop positive social skills like caring and sharing. The curriculum is designed to enhance all seven areas of learning, aligning with Early Years Outcomes. The facility is well-staffed across different age groups, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. A strong emphasis is placed on healthy eating, with a qualified cook preparing nutritious, diverse meals on-site to cater to various dietary needs and educate children on healthy habits from a young age. Our ethos The Learning Mill offers a child-led approach within a warm, home-from-home environment, fostering self-confidence and social skills while aligning with Early Years Outcomes across all seven areas of learning. They are committed to providing an exceptional early years experience for every child. What it's like Children receive a warm welcome and quickly settle, developing strong bonds with staff who support their well-being and help them feel safe and secure. Staff deliver a strong curriculum that engages children in varied activities, helping them make good progress while promoting independence and positive behaviour. Child-led approach Focus on healthy eating Experienced and qualified 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.thelearningmill.co.uk/government-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 18:00, 51 weeks a year. Session types Full day 7.30 - 18.00, School Day 09.00 - 15.00 Food Meals and snacks provided, prepared on-site. Parents to provide baby milk. Age range 2, 3 and 4 year olds Term time / All Year All Year Established 2010 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Learning Mill Inspection date Aug 2024 Inspection no. 10351343 Lead inspector Sue Smith Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257260)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY413620) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-learning-mill-st13-5lj-ey413620) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Learning Mill Last inspected 13 August 2024 · Sue Smith 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 receive a warm welcome and quickly settle, developing strong bonds with staff who support their well-being and help them feel safe and secure. Staff deliver a strong curriculum that engages children in varied activities, helping them make good progress while promoting independence and positive behaviour. Inspector highlights - Warm, nurturing and friendly setting where children settle quickly - Strong curriculum that supports children to make good progress - Staff promote independence (for example, older children self-serve at lunchtime) - Staff promote communication and language and children enjoy books and literacy - Parents speak highly of the setting and staff; home-cooked food and healthy lifestyles are provided Areas to develop - 1 identify professional development opportunities for staff, to enable them to increase their knowledge to support and challenge children to enable them to get the best from their learning experiences - 2 support children to develop communication and language skills through modelling words correctly. Inspection #10351343 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257260) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. They understand their individual needs and adapt next steps to engage them in activities. Outdoor space Staff discuss with the children the importance of daily exercise and fresh air and explain about healthy food and how to look after their teeth. Inspection history Date: January 2011 - August 2024 Good - October 2018 Good - November 2015 Good - January 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about The Learning Mill ### What is The Learning Mill working on improving? ### What is the address of The Learning Mill? ### Is The Learning Mill suitable for under-twos? ### How can The Learning Mill be contacted? ### Is The Learning Mill a private nursery? ### How does The Learning Mill support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does The Learning Mill accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Leek Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Learning Mill. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Zipadee Day Nursery Leek · ST13 6EG 4.7(14 reviews) ](/nursery/zipadee-day-nursery-limited-st13-6eg-ey483919) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Stars Childcare Leek First Leek · ST13 6LF ](/nursery/little-stars-childcare-leek-first-st13-6lf-2778005) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Children 1st @ Leek Leek · ST13 6NE 4.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/children-1st-leek-st13-6ne-ey562237) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.8 mi ### Little Stars Childcare Leek Beresford Leek · ST13 6NR ](/nursery/little-stars-childcare-leek-beresford-st13-6nr-2778006) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.9 mi ### Teddy's Garden Day Nursery Leek · ST13 7DN ](/nursery/teddy-s-garden-day-nursery-st13-7dn-ey419209) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.7 mi ### Little Stars Childcare Cheddleton Leek · ST13 7HN 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-stars-childcare-cheddleton-st13-7hn-2778004) [See all nurseries in Leek →](/search?q=Leek) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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