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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. The Meadows Nursery # The Meadows Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · Shirecliffe Community Centre, 349 Shirecliffe Road, Sheffield, S5 8XJ · Sheffield Number of places 20 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Sheffield About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Meadows Nursery, situated in Sheffield, operates as a pioneering partnership between Sheffield Hallam University, Watercliffe Meadow Primary School, Sheffield City Council, and Save the Children UK. This unique collaboration is dedicated to enhancing the well-being and developmental outcomes for young children in the local community through innovative early years education and care, informed by research. The nursery prides itself on offering exceptional provision for up to 20 two-year-olds in North Sheffield, creating a nurturing and joyful atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and cultivate their individual strengths and abilities. The staff are committed to providing a supportive, 'home from home' environment, prioritising each child's development. Located within the Meadows Children's Centre on Shirecliffe Road, the nursery offers term-time care for children aged between 2 and 4 years. Its facilities boast newly refurbished indoor and outdoor spaces, designed to be safe and stimulating, providing ample opportunities for sensory play, role-playing, and messy activities that foster imagination, creativity, and active learning. Our ethos The Meadows Nursery's ethos is rooted in a pioneering partnership focused on enhancing developmental outcomes through research-informed early years education. They aim to foster a nurturing and joyful atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and cultivate their strengths in a supportive, 'home from home' environment. The curriculum provides ample opportunities for sensory play, role-playing, and messy activities to promote imagination, creativity, and active learning. What it's like Children play and learn in a positive, caring environment, building trusting relationships with staff. They engage in a wide variety of exciting activities, inside and outdoors. The environment is planned with children's needs and interests in mind, including low-rise equipment to support physical development. Unique partnership model Research-led early years education Focus on 2-4 year olds Term-time care ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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.shu.ac.uk/study-here/fees-and-funding) ## Key facts Waitlist Waiting list open, not accepting new applications directly. Age range 2-4 years old ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Meadows Nursery Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10281043 Lead inspector Claire Owen Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214128)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2629561) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.shu.ac.uk/nursery/locations/meadows) Shirecliffe Community Centre, 349 Shirecliffe Road, Sheffield, S5 8XJ [© 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#/-1.4725/53.40961/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Sheffield - [Day nurseries in Sheffield](/search?q=Sheffield) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-meadows-nursery-s5-8xj-2629561) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Meadows Nursery Last inspected 14 March 2023 · Claire Owen 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 play and learn in a positive, caring environment, building trusting relationships with staff. They engage in a wide variety of exciting activities, inside and outdoors. The environment is planned with children's needs and interests in mind, including low-rise equipment to support physical development. Inspector highlights - Children play and learn in a positive, caring environment. - Staff are skilled at identifying children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and make appropriate referrals. - Staff recognise the importance of helping children to develop their communication and language. - Managers have a very clear vision for the nursery and offer support to families. - Staff promote equality and diversity and help children build a good understanding of their emotions. Areas to develop - 1 promote children's independence in order to build their confidence and self-esteem - 2 use consistent methods of communication with children who need extra support in their speech and language development. Inspection #10281043 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214128) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents express how they feel supported by staff and are kept up to date with their child's development through discussions and the online nursery software Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are skilled at identifying children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They are quick to make appropriate referrals to ensure that children receive the support that they require. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space Children engage in a wide variety of exciting activities, inside and outdoors. The environment has been planned with children's needs and interests in mind. For example, staff purchased low-rise equipment to enable children to work on their balance, core strength and negotiating different heights. Inspection history Date: March 2023 - April 2023 Good - March 2023 Good ## Frequently asked about The Meadows Nursery ### What outdoor space does The Meadows Nursery have? ### What stands out about The Meadows Nursery? ### Which area does The Meadows Nursery serve? ### Which funded places does The Meadows Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sheffield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Meadows Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Dar Ul Madinah Sheffield Sheffield · S5 7BP ](/nursery/dar-ul-madinah-sheffield-s5-7bp-2763856) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Sunshine Day Nursery (NGH) Sheffield · S5 7AU ](/nursery/sunshine-day-nursery-ngh-s5-7au-503524) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Burngreave Just For Kidz Sheffield · S3 9AS ](/nursery/burngreave-just-for-kidz-s3-9as-ey555314) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Sheffield Hillsborough College Nursery Sheffield · S6 2ET ](/nursery/the-sheffield-hillsborough-college-nursery-s6-2et-ey313708) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Fir Vale Children Centre Sheffield · S4 8LB ](/nursery/fir-vale-children-centre-s4-8lb-2519390) - [ Provider closed 1.0 mi ### Miles of Smiles Nursery Sheffield · S3 9DE ](/nursery/miles-of-smiles-nursery-s3-9de-2825674) [See all nurseries in Sheffield →](/search?q=Sheffield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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