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The Potters Bar Day Nursery and Pre-school

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2023)
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4.7(6 parent reviews) ·86 High Street, Potters Bar, EN6 5AT · Hertfordshire
Number of places
53 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2023
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

The Potters Bar Day Nursery & Preschool, part of the Little Garden Nurseries group, provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located on the High Street in Potters Bar, it boasts a team of experienced Early Years practitioners dedicated to delivering exceptional care and education.

The nursery prioritises strong parent partnerships, offering daily updates and photos to keep families informed about their child's activities and progress. With a focus on fostering curiosity and providing a "head start" in life, the nursery aims to prepare children for their next developmental milestones.

The facilities include on-site parking for convenience, secure buggy storage, and CCTV for enhanced safety and security. They also provide essential items like nappies, wipes, and nappy cream.

The nursery is conveniently situated near Potters Bar Mainline Station, Barnet Hill, and Cockfosters Tube Stations, with easy access to major motorways.

What it's like

Children thoroughly enjoy their time at nursery and are well-supported emotionally by attentive and caring staff. They quickly engage in chosen activities and develop a wide knowledge base by making deep connections within their learning. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND, and monitor their progress well.

Ages 3 months to 5 yearsExperienced Early Years practitionersStrong parent partnershipsNappies and wipes providedOn-site parking

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 18:30

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2022

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Potters Bar Day Nursery and Pre-school

Last inspected 3 August 2023 · Lisa Topham

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 thoroughly enjoy their time at nursery and are well-supported emotionally by attentive and caring staff. They quickly engage in chosen activities and develop a wide knowledge base by making deep connections within their learning. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND, and monitor their progress well.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff have created an ambitious curriculum based on what children already know and can do.
  • Staff promote children's early communication skills well, monitoring speech progress and introducing new words.
  • Staff support children to have an awareness of the diverse world in which they live.
  • All children enjoy regular access to the outside area, exploring activities and practising physical skills.
  • Support for children with SEND is a strength of the nursery, with staff swiftly identifying needs and working with other professionals.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to ensure they are clear about what they want children to learn and do not overcomplicate activities.
Inspection #10304212 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are very happy with the support they receive.

their children are very happy here, and they have strong relationships with staff.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They monitor children's progress well and identify when some children need extra support. Staff work closely with other professionals to provide well-targeted support to help children with SEND to develop their communication skills. Support for children with SEND is a strength of the nursery, with staff swiftly identifying needs and working with other professionals to ensure strategies are consistently used to support progress.

Outdoor space

All children enjoy regular access to the outside area. They have fun exploring a range of activities and practising their physical skills. For instance, toddlers show good coordination and balance as they navigate the balancing beam. Older children use their imaginations to make up games to play with their friends, and they run and hide.

Parent Reviews of The Potters Bar Day Nursery and Pre-school

4.7
(6)
Hpop Pop
a year ago

5 stars aren't enough for this nursery! The team are so amazing, our children are so happy being there and we love watching how much they learn and how they can be who they want to be. The staff are exceptional and look after the kids like they're their own. I look forward to drop off and pick up and having the chance to catch up with the staff who always go out of their way to make sure the kids have had a great day and go through what they've been up to. Thank you Potter's Bar Day Nursery for looking after our little ones!! Eli's mum xx

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Raymond Sweeney
8 months ago

Great nursery. I have been using for over 4 years with my 2 children. Very dedicated and caring staff.

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Sezgi
2 years ago

The manager and all the staff at LG Potters Bar are excellent.

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Sebastian
in the last week

Warm, caring staff and a lovely setting make drop-offs easier. Our toddler settled quickly, and the outdoor play is brilliant. A dependable nursery with room to improve.

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Inspection history

Date: August 2023

  • September 2023Good
  • August 2023Good

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