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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. The Nurture Cove # The Nurture Cove Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · Unit 1 Blackfriars Court, Excalibur Road, Gorleston on Sea, NR31 7RQ · Norfolk Number of places 64 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Nurture Cove is a childcare provider located in Gorleston-on-Sea, dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment for children. They provide various services to cater to the developmental needs of young learners, focusing on nurturing their growth and well-being. The company emphasises a holistic approach to early years education, aiming to create a positive foundation for future learning. The Nurture Cove is committed to maintaining high standards of care and education, ensuring that children receive individualised attention and opportunities to explore and discover. Their policies, such as Privacy and GDPR, highlight their commitment to safeguarding and responsible data handling. The nursery actively engages with families and the community, striving to build strong relationships and offer transparent communication regarding their services. Our ethos The Nurture Cove emphasises a holistic approach to early years education, aiming to create a positive foundation for future learning. They are committed to maintaining high standards of care and education, ensuring that children receive individualised attention and opportunities to explore and discover. The nursery actively engages with families and the community, striving to build strong relationships and offer transparent communication. What it's like This setting focuses on providing care for children aged two and under, and for older children who need additional support. Staff, including the inspirational special educational needs coordinator, (SENCo), work diligently to ensure that the needs of all children are understood and met. Consequently, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make very good progress. ## Pricing & funding 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.thenurturecove.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Nurture Cove Last inspected 23 May 2024 · Terrie Simpson 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 This setting focuses on providing care for children aged two and under, and for older children who need additional support. Staff, including the inspirational special educational needs coordinator, (SENCo), work diligently to ensure that the needs of all children are understood and met. Consequently, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make very good progress. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers understand the importance of investing in staff well-being and development. - Staff provide common activities throughout the setting that support children's transitions and ensures opportunities to build on previous learning. - Partnerships with parents are good and leaders and managers are keen to review how they can be further developed. - Staff support children's early communication skills through the well-planned curriculum. - Leaders and managers review the quality of the setting using a broad range of methods. Areas to develop - 1 review the evaluation of the early years provision to identify precisely areas for development and raise the delivery of the curriculum and teaching to the highest level. Inspection #10335393 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50250032) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Nurture Cove Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10335393 Lead inspector Terrie Simpson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50250032)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2669836) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-nurture-cove-nr31-7rq-2669836) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision This setting focuses on providing care for children aged two and under, and for older children who need additional support to thrive and make progress in their learning. Staff, including the inspirational special educational needs coordinator, (SENCo), work diligently to ensure that the needs of all children are understood and met. Consequently, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make very good progress. The SENCo designs and oversees interventions and planning for children with SEND that includes assessments of all aspects of care and learning that each child needs to thrive. She ensures that parents receive the support that they need to access help from other agencies. The setting also has a specialist unit for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Although the setting does not yet have its own outdoor area, staff ensure that all children have regular access to the outdoors. For instance, they go on walks in the local woods and ride in the 'baby bus'. Staff provide children with plenty of opportunities to develop both their big and small muscles. They provide large play equipment for children to climb and slide and lots of malleable and messy play to develop their hand muscles. Inspection history Most recent inspection 23 May 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50250032) ## Frequently asked about The Nurture Cove ### Is The Nurture Cove Ofsted registered? ### What outdoor space does The Nurture Cove have? ### Is The Nurture Cove suitable for under-twos? ### What is The Nurture Cove working to improve? ### Where is The Nurture Cove located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Gorleston on Sea Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Nurture Cove. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Scribbles Day Nursery Beacon Park Great Yarmouth · NR31 7BB ](/nursery/scribbles-day-nursery-beacon-park-nr31-7bb-2508021) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Great Yarmouth Great Yarmouth · NR31 6LA 4.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-great-yarmouth-nr31-6la-ey304521) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Rascal's Day Nursery Great Yarmouth · NR31 7BU 4.4(8 reviews) ](/nursery/rascal-s-day-nursery-nr31-7bu-ey447168) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Little Squirrels Play Forest at Seagulls Great Yarmouth · NR31 7BP ](/nursery/little-squirrels-play-forest-at-seagulls-nr31-7bp-2656064) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.5 mi ### Scribbles Day Nursery (Gorleston) Great Yarmouth · NR31 6NE 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/scribbles-day-nursery-gorleston-nr31-6ne-2774873) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.0 mi ### Scribbles Day Nursery (Gorleston) Great Yarmouth · NR31 6RR ](/nursery/scribbles-day-nursery-gorleston-ltd-nr31-6rr-ey473569) [See all nurseries in Gorleston on Sea →](/search?q=Gorleston+on+Sea) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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