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The WonderWorks @ Leavesden # The WonderWorks @ Leavesden Compare Contact Nursery 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 families Innovative and flexible childcare Year-round operation Inclusive 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 Childcare 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. ## 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 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The WonderWorks @ Leavesden Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10230787 Lead inspector Lorraine Sunter Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181689)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2594595) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-wonderworks-leavesden-wd25-7gs-2594595) 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 - 1 consider the interests of all children during activities to enhance their enjoyment and engagement in their learning - 2 continue to sharply focus training to support staff to grow in confidence and further develop their knowledge and skills. Inspection #10230787 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181689) ## 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 2022 Good - March 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about The WonderWorks @ Leavesden ### How many places does The WonderWorks @ Leavesden have? ### What outdoor space does The WonderWorks @ Leavesden have? ### Does The WonderWorks @ Leavesden run holiday club provision? ### What part of the country is The WonderWorks @ Leavesden in? ## Nearby day nurseries in Watford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The WonderWorks @ Leavesden. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.2 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Leavesden Watford · WD25 7QZ 3.8(13 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-leavesden-wd25-7qz-2720154) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Early Adventures Abbots Langley · WD5 0BT ](/nursery/early-adventures-wd5-0bt-ey279320) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Breakspeare Community Pre-School Abbots Langley · WD5 0LB 5.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/breakspeare-community-pre-school-wd5-0lb-ey413936) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Little Blossom Nursery School (Leavesden) Watford · WD25 0BW 5.0(21 reviews) ](/nursery/little-blossom-nursery-school-leavesden-wd25-0bw-2740063) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Charters Nursery Abbots Langley · WD5 0GU ](/nursery/charters-nursery-wd5-0gu-130485) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Bright Little Stars Nursery Watford · WD25 0EA 4.9(63 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-little-stars-nursery-wd25-0ea-ey497358) [See all nurseries in Watford →](/search?q=Watford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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