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As parents you may worry leaving your child be they provide with updates about you throughout the day. they help you understand there growth and how they getting on within the nursery. Just also wanted to say a huge thank you to all the staff as they do a wonderful job looking after our little boy and ensure they help us to give him the best start in life. Thank you", "datePublished": "2024-12-05T16:33:30.215222Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Edward Brierley" }, "reviewBody": "Looked after both my boys from Toddlers up to school age. 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The Old Vicarage # The Old Vicarage Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 3.7 (3 parent reviews) · 32 Rutland Street, BLACKBURN, BB2 1UY · Blackburn with Darwen Number of places 62 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Blackburn with Darwen About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Old Vicarage offers a nurturing environment for children from 9 months up to 5 years old, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, closing for one week during the Christmas and New Year period. The nursery prioritises holistic development through various enriching activities, including Forest School and a unique Intergenerational Programme. Meals, snacks, and drinks are all-inclusive, alongside essential items such as formula milk, nappies, wipes, and nappy creams. The focus is on providing a comprehensive care package without additional hidden costs for activity resources, suncream, or Calpol. Furthermore, the setting proudly incorporates the Mini Minds Matters children's wellbeing programme to support emotional development. The Old Vicarage also offers sibling discounts and accepts various employer childcare voucher schemes, in addition to supporting government funding initiatives to make childcare more accessible for families. Our ethos The Old Vicarage focuses on holistic development and children's wellbeing through a comprehensive care package. They incorporate enriching activities such as Forest School and an Intergenerational Programme, alongside the Mini Minds Matters wellbeing programme to support emotional development. What it's like Children are engrossed in their learning, demonstrating a very positive attitude and excellent behaviour. They take pride in their work, developing confidence and independence through activities like mastering pencil control, setting tables, and serving food. Nurturing interactions with staff help children feel safe and aspire to high expectations, fostering strong emotional well-being and language development. Forest School Intergenerational Programme Inclusive Fees Children's Wellbeing Programme ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday (closed for one week between Christmas & New Year). Session types Full Day (7:30am – 6:00pm), Morning session (7:30am – 1:00pm), Afternoon session (1:00pm – 6:00pm) Food Meals, snacks, and drinks included, alongside formula milk. Age range 9 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Old Vicarage Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10280777 Lead inspector Lyndsey Murray Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215258)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY391908) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-old-vicarage-bb2-1uy-ey391908) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Old Vicarage Last inspected 22 March 2023 · Lyndsey Murray 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 engrossed in their learning, demonstrating a very positive attitude and excellent behaviour. They take pride in their work, developing confidence and independence through activities like mastering pencil control, setting tables, and serving food. Nurturing interactions with staff help children feel safe and aspire to high expectations, fostering strong emotional well-being and language development. Inspector highlights - Children are engrossed in their learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour. - Children develop independence by taking pride in tasks like setting cutlery and serving food. - Staff skilfully plan to build on individual children's learning and close gaps in their knowledge. - Story times are cherished, with staff imaginatively using stories and props to extend children's learning and vocabulary. - Children's early literacy and mathematical skills are well supported through activities like learning letter sounds and counting cups. Areas to develop - 1 further embed the curriculum aims so that staff have a firm and common understanding, including what it means for their practice. Inspection #10280777 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215258) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision This includes children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children have the opportunity to develop their large-muscle movements to music, which enables them to develop the physical skills necessary to access nature in the outdoors. For example, children are able to safely take risks in their play as they balance on a bridge over a stream, while accessing a 'forest school' session. ## Parent Reviews of The Old Vicarage 3.7 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXm8KaiAs6Rweho-UHEOQwSdEoiP9vBbgpSiiDEAvgkK2sFTJjjNQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Anthony Cooke a year ago Our little boy has been going here since he was 6 months old, the care and kindness of all the staff is amazing. As parents you may worry leaving your child be they provide with updates about you throughout the day. they help you understand there growth and how they getting on within the nursery. Just also wanted to say a huge thank you to all the staff as they do a wonderful job looking after our little boy and ensure they help us to give him the best start in life. Thank you [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQcTV6Mlh3EAE!2m1!1s0x487b756366afe88f:0xf7bb5e66271c896c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXrorHT7CIOzYlhGjSFz3nMPcBOwnUssFzj6BtHdzMA7mqPuOGM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Edward Brierley 5 years ago Looked after both my boys from Toddlers up to school age. They did a great job, were always available to talk to answer any questions, children came back with many good stories and they especially loved Forest School! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDaS1PVWR3EAE!2m1!1s0x487b756366afe88f:0xf7bb5e66271c896c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL5gQGjwQz3ikA-SXH1LYfnKCpfDixKYgJdMEJlwDqsucv16g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) D B 2 years ago I dont know how to rate this one. I have been trying to book a show around for a while as we are going to move into the area and it seems like they are not really bothered if someone comes or not. All I get sorry no available slots for show around and thats all,. No details taken no alternative dates offered. It seems like I do not care attitude, I found it very roude. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqdDg2V1ZnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b756366afe88f:0xf7bb5e66271c896c) Reviews from Google for The Old Vicarage. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17850965340848949612&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2009 - March 2023 Good - August 2017 Outstanding - January 2013 Good - October 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about The Old Vicarage ### Does The Old Vicarage have an Ofsted rating? ### Is The Old Vicarage a private nursery? ### How many places does The Old Vicarage have? ### Which funding entitlements does The Old Vicarage accept? ### How does The Old Vicarage support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in BLACKBURN Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Old Vicarage. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Tudor House Day Nursery @ Hancock St Blackburn · BB2 2LZ 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/tudor-house-day-nursery-hancock-st-bb2-2lz-ey555170) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Tudor House Day Nursery @ Mill Hill Blackburn · BB2 4DT 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/tudor-house-day-nursery-mill-hill-bb2-4dt-ey536929) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Palm Tree Community Nursery Blackburn · BB2 6JX 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/palm-tree-community-nursery-bb2-6jx-ey562993) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Discoverers Blackburn · BB2 6BH 4.9(63 reviews) ](/nursery/little-discoverers-bb2-6bh-ey560152) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Darul Madinah Blackburn · BB2 6HD 5.0(18 reviews) ](/nursery/dar-ul-madinah-uk-ltd-bb2-6hd-ey491901) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Willow Tree Day Nursery Blackburn · BB2 6EX 4.8(22 reviews) ](/nursery/willow-tree-day-nursery-bb2-6ex-ey547889) [See all nurseries in BLACKBURN →](/search?q=BLACKBURN) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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