--- title: "The Meadows Day Care Centre Nursery, Chatteris | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-meadows-day-care-centre-pe16-6qp-221911 description: "The Meadows Day Care Centre, a day nursery in Chatteris — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # The Meadows Day Care Centre Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · Farriers Gate, New Road, Chatteris, PE16 6QP · Cambridgeshire Number of places 44 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Cambridgeshire ## About this day nursery The Meadows Day Care Centre, located in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, is a registered charity that has been providing quality childcare since 1998. The day nursery prides itself on offering a clean, safe, comfortable, and friendly environment where children can learn and play. Their approach emphasises respect for oneself, others, and the environment, with a strong focus on making learning fun. The dedicated team of fully trained staff is committed to fostering each child's unique growth in a stimulating educational and social setting, ensuring children feel confident and secure as they explore. The day nursery aims to promote all aspects of a child's development, tailored to their individual needs. Our ethos Our goal is to provide all of the children in our care a clean, safe, comfortable and friendly environment where they can play and learn. Respect towards self, others and the environment will be emphasised but the most important priority is to have FUN! We want the children to feel confident and secure enough to explore and grow in a stimulating educational and social environment. Each child is unique! Our fully trained staff are committed to promoting and supporting all aspects of a child's growth in an atmosphere of respect. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle quickly at activities, which are based on their interests. Older children enthusiastically engage in sensory activities, demonstrating their creations. Children feel safe and confident to explore the setting, forming strong attachments with staff. Charity-run Established in 1998 Focus on respect and fun Stimulating environment ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges hourly and session rates which vary depending on whether the child is aged two or aged three and above. Sessions are available in blocks of two and a half, three, three and a half, and six hours. Funded hours are supported, with non-funded hours charged at standard rates. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Good to know - No deposit is charged to secure funded nursery spaces. - Fees include snacks, food, drinks, art supplies, toys, books, and sun cream. - Charges may apply for nappies, wipes, and extra activities/trips, with 28 days' notice. - Fees remain payable for absences due to sickness or holidays. - Late fees may be charged for uncollected children. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm (Nursery); Monday to Friday 9:00am to 11:30am (Office). Closed on weekends, bank/public holidays, and academic holidays. Food Snacks, food, and drink are provided at no additional charge. Age range 2-years-old and above Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Meadows Day Care Centre Last inspected 13 December 2023 · Louise Harris 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 Inspector highlights - Staff carefully plan experiences based on children's interests and recent experiences. - Children demonstrate strong attachments to staff and feel safe to explore the setting. - Staff introduce children to a wide range of vocabulary and ask purposeful questions. - Children enjoy learning about mathematics, and staff use mathematical language during activities. - Parent partnerships are strong, and parents feel supported and informed. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of mealtimes so that children are calmer and engaged in learning during these times - 2 build on the already good practice and seek further ways to help all staff develop first-rate teaching skills. Inspection #10316868 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236831) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff understand the importance of early intervention and help for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They seek advice from other professionals and ensure strategies are in place to promote children's learning. Staff work well with families to ensure that all children get support in order for them to make good progress. Outdoor space Daily access to the secure outside space is enjoyed by all children. They play with sand, soil and construct with planks to create a balancing obstacle course. ## Google Reviews of The Meadows Day Care Centre 5.0 (3 Google reviews) Kayleigh McEvoy 8 years ago Went to nursery school here. From what I can remember, and what my parents have told me, it was a good nursery and I made a lot of friends which helped for moving up to primary school. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3MWRLS2RnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8094513cc9767:0x8a23aa36b4076ff9) Rachael Mobile Gamer 3 years ago Fab place. Staff are all lovely and so good with the children Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoM04yUTNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8094513cc9767:0x8a23aa36b4076ff9) Sio Cry 9 months ago Lovely place Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210VGQzbHpaMmRsTWxOTE9YbEphbkZMV0UxTVkzYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d8094513cc9767:0x8a23aa36b4076ff9) Reviews from Google for The Meadows Day Care Centre. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=9953986753344270329&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2004 - January 2024 Good - December 2023 Good - June 2018 Good - May 2018 Good - October 2015 Good - September 2015 Good - April 2010 Good - March 2010 Good - February 2007 Good - September 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about The Meadows Day Care Centre ### What is the Ofsted rating for The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### What are the fees for The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### Does The Meadows Day Care Centre accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### What is the age range for children at The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### When was The Meadows Day Care Centre established? ### What is the approach to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) at The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### Does The Meadows Day Care Centre have outdoor play facilities? ### Who runs The Meadows Day Care Centre? ### How can I contact The Meadows Day Care Centre? ## About the setting The Meadows Day Care Centre registered in 1998. It is run by a committee and employs 10 members of childcare staff, with nine holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including the manager who holds a qualification at level 3. The nursery opens Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm, during school term time. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 221911 Registered person The Meadows Day Centre Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Chatteris Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Meadows Day Care Centre. - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Willows Day Nursery (Chatteris) Chatteris · PE16 6AG 4.8(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-willows-day-nursery-chatteris-ltd-pe16-6ag-ey487351 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Clarence House Chatteris Chatteris · PE16 6RN 5.0(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/clarence-house-chatteris-pe16-6rn-ey489097 - Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Flutterbies Childcare Benwick · PE15 0XA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/flutterbies-childcare-llp-pe15-0xa-ey477932 - Awaiting first inspection 4.7 mi ### Meadow View Farm Day Nursery Huntingdon · PE28 2XR https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/meadow-view-farm-day-nursery-ltd-pe28-2xr-2801109 See all nurseries in Chatteris →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Chatteris ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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