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The Nursery At Canterbury College # The Nursery At Canterbury College Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2021) · Canterbury College, New Dover Road, CANTERBURY, CT1 3AJ · Kent Number of places 42 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2021 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Nursery at Canterbury College, situated on the college campus, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. It is dedicated to providing an excellent foundation for their early educational journey. The nursery boasts high-quality facilities, including a spacious outdoor play area, designed to encourage growth through engaging play and learning experiences. Children benefit from an inclusive setting where they can interact with peers across different age groups, alongside dedicated age-specific learning zones. The curriculum spans 50 weeks of the year, incorporating a rich variety of activities and opportunities for free play, both indoors and outdoors, fostering social development and shared learning. A team of experienced, qualified, and DBS-checked staff ensures a safe and supportive atmosphere for all children. This nursery is an ideal choice for parents seeking an exceptional early years provider within a vibrant college setting. What it's like Children are happy, settled and confident at the inviting nursery. They all eagerly join in the activities that are skilfully planned to reflect their individual learning needs. Children explore the natural world and develop good physical and early mathematical skills. Campus-based nursery Ages 3 months to 5 years 50 weeks of activities Experienced and qualified staff Spacious play areas ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age band (Babies, Toddlers, and Pre-School) and session type. Options include morning, afternoon, school day, and full day sessions. Overall fees are calculated using an hourly rate combined with a set charge for meals. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees apply from September 2025 onwards. - Session fees are calculated from an hourly rate plus a meal charge. - Meal charges vary depending on the length of the session. ## Key facts Session types Morning Session, Afternoon Session, School Day Session, Full Day Session Opening hours 8am to 6pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Nursery At Canterbury College Inspection date Jun 2021 Inspection no. 10194403 Lead inspector Kelly Hawkins Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50165869)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2503414) 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.canterburycollege.ac.uk/public-facilities/ekc-canterbury-nursery/) Canterbury College, New Dover Road, CANTERBURY, CT1 3AJ [© 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#/1.09062/51.2761/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near CANTERBURY - [Day nurseries in CANTERBURY](/search?q=CANTERBURY) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-nursery-at-canterbury-college-ct1-3aj-2503414) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Nursery At Canterbury College Last inspected 10 June 2021 · Kelly Hawkins 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, settled and confident at the inviting nursery. They all eagerly join in the activities that are skilfully planned to reflect their individual learning needs. Children explore the natural world and develop good physical and early mathematical skills. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, settled and confident and eager to join in activities. - Activities are skilfully planned to reflect individual learning needs and engage senses. - Children develop good physical skills using age-appropriate climbing equipment and exploring different movements. - Children develop good early mathematical skills by counting during water play and recognising numbers. - Staff know each child well and target support to help them reach their full potential. Areas to develop - 1 review and improve the deployment of staff working with the youngest children to minimise disruption in children's play during activities - 2 encourage staff to be more consistent in supporting children to learn about the importance of good personal hygiene routines. Inspection #10194403 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50165869) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use additional funding effectively to meet the individual learning needs of children. For example, they have purchased a summer house to support children's communication skills through their interest in role play. Outdoor space Younger children use age-appropriate climbing equipment confidently. Children explore the natural world, looking for insects and enjoying digging and planting activities. EAL / language support All staff have recently completed training on how to effectively support children who speak English as an additional language. They show that they have a good understanding of what they have learned, such as by using pictures alongside speech to support children's understanding. For example, staff use simple words with children in their home language, such as 'toilet' in Romanian. All children respond well to staff. They understand and follow instructions. Children respect and understand each other's differences and similarities, including the languages they speak. Inspection history Date: June 2021 - July 2021 Good - June 2021 Good ## Frequently asked about The Nursery At Canterbury College ### How did The Nursery At Canterbury College do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What is the capacity at The Nursery At Canterbury College? ### What are the opening hours at The Nursery At Canterbury College? ### How does The Nursery At Canterbury College support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in CANTERBURY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Nursery At Canterbury College. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Bovan Creek Canterbury · CT1 1NG ](/nursery/bovan-creek-ct1-1ng-2725661) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Canterbury Day Nursery, Holiday Playscheme and ASC Canterbury · CT1 1NP 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/canterbury-day-nursery-holiday-playscheme-and-asc-ct1-1np-127078) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool Canterbury · CT1 1SW 4.1(20 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-canterbury-day-nursery-and-preschool-ct1-1sw-ey307211) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.5 mi ### Jo Jo's Day Care Nursery - Canterbury Canterbury · CT1 3JT ](/nursery/jo-jo-s-day-care-nursery-canterbury-ltd-ct1-3jt-2842937) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Little Oaks Day Nursery Canterbury · CT1 3NG ](/nursery/little-oaks-day-nursery-ct1-3ng-ey449585) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Canterbury Canterbury · CT2 7PH 4.7(14 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-canterbury-ct2-7ph-ey333589) [See all nurseries in CANTERBURY →](/search?q=CANTERBURY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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