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The Stables Nursery # The Stables Nursery in Chelmsford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 4.9 (8 parent reviews) · The Stables Day Care Nursery, Margaretting Road, CHELMSFORD, CM2 8TS · Essex Number of places 120 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Essex 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 Stables Nursery in Chelmsford, Essex, provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The nursery operates year-round, closing only for bank holidays and the festive period between Christmas Eve and New Year, for which no charges apply. Parents can choose from full-day, morning, or afternoon sessions, with flexible drop-off and pick-up arrangements. An early drop-off at 7:30 am is available for an additional fee. The nursery warmly welcomes visits to its unique setting, conveniently located near Chelmsford and the A12. They offer various funding options, including the 30-hour funded places and the working parents funding entitlement for children from 9 months old, and also accept major childcare vouchers. Further details about fees are provided in their prospectus, which can be obtained by contacting the office or visiting in person. What it's like Children and their families are warmly welcomed into the nursery, and overall, children benefit from meaningful teaching. Children demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning and show interest in the resources and activities provided. Staff provide children with opportunities to recall past experiences that strengthen their memory, and they engage in critical thinking. Flexible sessions Year-round operation Accepts funding entitlements ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 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.stablesnurserychelmsford.co.uk/admissions) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm (early drop-off at 7.30am at extra cost) Session types All day (8am-6pm), Morning (8am-1pm), Afternoon (1pm-6pm) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Stables Nursery Last inspected 3 May 2023 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 and their families are warmly welcomed into the nursery, and overall, children benefit from meaningful teaching. Children demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning and show interest in the resources and activities provided. Staff provide children with opportunities to recall past experiences that strengthen their memory, and they engage in critical thinking. Inspector highlights - Children and their families are warmly welcomed into the nursery. - Children benefit from meaningful teaching and demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning. - Management has worked hard to address actions from the previous inspection, improving risk assessment and premises refurbishment. - Staff implement effective strategies to support children in managing their feelings and behaviour. - Staff skilfully weave counting and the development of children's mathematical knowledge into play. Areas to develop - 1 support staff further to have a clear understanding of the curriculum intent, so that their teaching consistently focuses on what they want children to learn - 2 strengthen training and coaching opportunities for staff to identify further training needs. Inspection #10266036 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219248) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Stables Nursery Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10266036 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219248)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/204074) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.stablesnurserychelmsford.co.uk/) The Stables Day Care Nursery, Margaretting Road, CHELMSFORD, CM2 8TS [© 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#/0.46449/51.69763/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near CHELMSFORD - [Day nurseries in CHELMSFORD](/search?q=CHELMSFORD) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-stables-nursery-cm2-8ts-204074) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment positively about the nursery. They are kept fully informed about their child's day, achievements, and progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Management and staff work closely with professionals and parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including accessing relevant funding to meet each child's individual needs. Outdoor space Younger children use spades to fill buckets with sand, developing physical strength and hand-to-eye coordination. Older children use magnifying glasses to search for bugs and the outdoor tap to make 'mud pies' and 'potions'. ## Parent Reviews of The Stables Nursery 4.9 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIYtqc7YHR97BPI9IIE6mf863MBDruCCGAf3PA37zVHCwvjmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rachael Fletcher a year ago Great nursery, lovely staff and lots of outside space for play! Real home from home and makes the early years of being a parent that much easier knowing that the interests of your child are always at the forefront of what they do! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3bXJudmZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8ea1a0f68c6d3:0xb810526fe1255b80) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKe6ydEufETALh_69dLQxRpwDFi4vq0c5zY0elUfmu3vZ2b3w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Thomas Wallace 6 years ago Superb nursery, lovely kind caring staff and loads of outdoor space for the kids. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjNzdiMzdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8ea1a0f68c6d3:0xb810526fe1255b80) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUkRZdTMaCppLNfSgjHynayirRaGmpw2bOqeNW7lnKUX_m3i2Dv=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Charlotte Briggs 4 years ago A wonderful little nursery with a great selection of staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHMU9YdjJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8ea1a0f68c6d3:0xb810526fe1255b80) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW1_0RUAYEQ_mEW8ryjBDN8PT4regGEFFLEupdDA1ZzFYKgO0G9=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ríona Ní Bhriain 7 years ago Great outdoor experience for the kids [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnbXEtUDVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8ea1a0f68c6d3:0xb810526fe1255b80) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKqFPKNJxPpGyFv8_VuAdGE4pYUdHhg2isybKwfSIoq9XQCBw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kimberley Madle a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNidXAtYUJnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8ea1a0f68c6d3:0xb810526fe1255b80) Reviews from Google for The Stables Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13263191543078280064&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: June 2011 - June 2023 Good - May 2023 Good - February 2023 Inadequate - November 2022 Inadequate - December 2016 Good - November 2016 Good - March 2016 Requires improvement - September 2013 Requires improvement - July 2011 Good - June 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about The Stables Nursery ### What do parents appreciate about The Stables Nursery? ### How does The Stables Nursery support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at The Stables Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in CHELMSFORD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Stables Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Buttercup Montessori Kindergarten Chelmsford · CM2 8NG ](/nursery/buttercup-montessori-kindergarten-ltd-cm2-8ng-ey434861) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Smarties Nursery Chelmsford · CM2 8LD 4.9(33 reviews) ](/nursery/little-smarties-nursery-ltd-cm2-8ld-ey549918) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Little Chums Nursery Chelmsford · CM2 9SR ](/nursery/little-chums-nursery-cm2-9sr-ey297852) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### The Kids' Academy Chelmsford · CM2 9DE ](/nursery/the-kids-academy-cm2-9de-ey365137) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.9 mi ### Dovedale Nursery Chelmsford · CM2 0JQ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/dovedale-nursery-cic-cm2-0jq-2824756) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.0 mi ### Little Spring Wonders Daycare Nursery Chelmsford · CM2 7HQ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-spring-wonders-daycare-nursery-cm2-7hq-ey426303) [See all nurseries in CHELMSFORD →](/search?q=CHELMSFORD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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