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The WonderWorks @ Leavesden

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
·Suite 1, Building 6, Watford, WD25 7GS · Hertfordshire
Number of places
57 places
Age range
1–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

The WonderWorks is an innovative childcare solution specifically tailored to support families working within the demanding film and television industries. Recognising the challenges of long hours and unpredictable schedules, this unique nursery provides flexible and affordable education and care.

Their mission is to empower both filmmaking and film families to thrive by delivering childcare that adapts to their needs, whether they are working in a studio or on location. The WonderWorks aims to inspire a paradigm shift in industry-wide childcare practices.

They offer care for children from 9 months up to school age, operating all year round with funding stretched over 50 weeks. The nursery prides itself on its inclusive approach to government funding, ensuring that all activities, meals, and trips are included without additional consumable fees for funded hours.

While community family waiting lists are currently closed due to high demand, places are available for families of production and WBD staff.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time in this welcoming nursery, settling quickly and displaying high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They develop warm and caring relationships with staff and friendships with each other, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Children engage in a wide range of stimulating and enjoyable experiences, particularly enjoying the outdoor environment.

Supports film and television industry familiesInnovative and flexible childcareYear-round operationInclusive government funding with no extra charges

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare15 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.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round, with occasional weekend care if needed. Sessions are from 7am until 7pm.

Waitlist

Closed for community families; open for production & WBD staff families

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating

Last inspected 11 March 2022 · Lorraine Sunter

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 enjoy their time in this welcoming nursery, settling quickly and displaying high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They develop warm and caring relationships with staff and friendships with each other, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Children engage in a wide range of stimulating and enjoyable experiences, particularly enjoying the outdoor environment.

Inspector highlights

  • Children enjoy their time in this welcoming nursery, settling quickly and displaying high levels of confidence and self-esteem.
  • Children engage in a wide range of stimulating and enjoyable experiences, especially in the outdoor environment.
  • Children's behaviour is good; they know routines, play well together, and staff consistently praise them.
  • Staff develop a broad and balanced curriculum, considering children's interests and next steps.
  • Children learn about good hygiene and healthy eating by preparing snack fruits and discussing them with staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider the interests of all children during activities to enhance their enjoyment and engagement in their learning
  • 2continue to sharply focus training to support staff to grow in confidence and further develop their knowledge and skills.
Inspection #10230787 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say they speak highly about the service and communication they receive from the nursery and are extremely pleased with the progress their child makes.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children particularly enjoy the outdoor environment, which provides wonderful opportunities for them to use their imaginations, exploring the many different areas. Children learn about nature as they happily search for insects and build spider houses in the undergrowth, and develop physical skills by negotiating and balancing on the rope bridge or tyre swing.

Inspection history

Date: March 2022

  • April 2022Good
  • March 2022Good

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