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The Piggybank Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2022)
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4.1(23 Google reviews) ·47 Station Road, WESTGATE-ON-SEA, CT8 8QY · Kent
Number of places
71 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Piggybank Day Nursery aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to develop as individuals. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage 2017 framework, offering a diverse array of activities designed to foster social, physical, language, and intellectual growth, ultimately helping children build confidence and independence.

The day nursery prioritises creating a fun and joyful atmosphere, tailoring daily plans to children's interests and ensuring plenty of affection and laughter. A core philosophy is the holistic development of each child—socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually—within a secure setting, working in close partnership with parents and carers.

The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and enthusiastic staff team, many of whom have long tenures, distinguishing them from larger corporate chains. They are committed to diversity, equality of opportunity, and anti-discriminatory practices for all children, staff, and families, recognising each child's unique developmental needs and respecting individual cultures and beliefs.

Our ethos

Piggybank Day Nursery Ltd follows the Early Years Foundation Stage 2017 framework, focusing on the holistic development of each child—socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. They aim to foster confidence and independence by providing stimulating activities tailored to children's interests within a fun, joyful, and nurturing environment. The nursery is committed to diversity, equality, and anti-discriminatory practices, respecting individual cultures and beliefs.

What it's like

Children absolutely love coming to this friendly and welcoming setting. They are exceptionally motivated in their learning and quickly become involved in purposeful play experiences. Children cooperate extremely well together, taking turns and sharing.

Individualised DevelopmentEarly Years Foundation StageExperienced Staff TeamPartnership with Parents

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Piggybank Day Nursery

Last inspected 2 August 2022 · Kate Williams

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children absolutely love coming to this friendly and welcoming setting. They are exceptionally motivated in their learning and quickly become involved in purposeful play experiences. Children cooperate extremely well together, taking turns and sharing.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are making excellent progress. Staff are highly knowledgeable about child development and learning and are exceptional teachers.
  • Staff support children to develop very confident communication skills and regularly introduce new words.
  • Babies confidently explore the environment and are fascinated by sensory experiences.
  • Staff work extremely closely with partner professionals in education and health to support children's learning.
  • Leaders ensure that the well-being of staff is a high priority, supporting their training and passions.
Inspection #10128627 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents say the nursery's efforts to communicate and involve parents in every step of their child's learning are 'exceptional'

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Highly skilled staff adapt activities to suit all abilities to make sure children make the best possible progress. Staff work extremely closely with partner professionals in education and health, who are also involved in children's learning. They are dedicated and work hard to implement agreed strategies and activities.

Outdoor space

Children find caterpillars among the plants and shrubs in the exploration area. They delight in carefully turning over leaves and finding moth eggs.

Google Reviews of The Piggybank Day Nursery

4.1
(23 Google reviews)
IMMI Photography
a year ago

I have had the pleasure of working with Piggy Bank Preschool, for a good couple of years now and what an incredible experience it is! The staff are so accommodating and well-organised, creating a calm and fun atmosphere that making our most recent photoshoot a joy for everyone, our Christmas Mini Sessions. The children were an absolute delight to photograph, and the feedback from parents and carers has been so heartwarming. It’s clear that the families truly value and treasure these special moments captured through my nursery and preschool photography services. Piggy Bank Preschool provides such a warm and welcoming environment, and it was an honour to help preserve these precious memories for their community. I can’t wait for the opportunity to work with them again!

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Charlotte Metcalfe-Taylor
3 years ago

Exceptional nursery!! Cannot rate highly enough! My daughter has had THE best year of her life since relocating. The support given to her has been top notch! Communication, nurturing & incredibly kind to all. The staff I cannot praise enough and Jess especially is a credit to the nursery. The education, help and care she has given to my daughter is phenomenal- cannot rate highly enough! Well done to Jane & her team! Super place ❤️❤️

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Mel M
3 years ago

By far the best nursery around here, staff are always friendly to all parents, accommodating at all times, the children are always happy to go to staff too and all needs are met. Jane and her team are all lovely. 2 out of 3 of my children have attended here since 9 months old and have thrived with the help of each staff member. 🥰

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Maddy Stamp
3 years ago

Such a lovely nursery always been treated with respect from the staff. Between my two children they've been attending for the last four years, I've never had a bad experience. My kids have always enjoyed going to nursery and still do the staff are always happy to answer any question me or the kids have. My daughter is in school now, she's extremely confident and thriving and a lot of that is down to the Nursery staff...

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Rebecca Little
3 years ago

Both my children have attended Piggybank Day Nursery and have loved it. We tried a few other nurseries simultaneously due to distance and school settling but found Piggybanks to be consistently better. The manager runs a tight ship and communication between staff and parents is excellent. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable and patient with the little ones. I constantly am recommending this nursery to anyone that asks me.

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Inspection history

Date: April 2012

  • August 2022Outstanding
  • October 2015Outstanding
  • April 2012Outstanding

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