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Thurston Childcare # Thurston Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2022) · Thurston Church of England Primary Academy, Pond Field Road, Thurston, Bury St Edmunds, IP31 3FT · Suffolk Number of places 108 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thurston Childcare, established in 2021, operates all year round from 7:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, closing only for bank holidays and one week in December. This recently built setting, located within the grounds of its host school, caters for children aged 1 to 10 years. The staff expertly use the various inviting areas to maximise learning and enjoyment, providing a welcoming and engaging environment. The curriculum is meticulously planned, broad, varied, and challenging, informed by precise and regular assessments of each child's development. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive highly individualised and effective support, with clear plans developed in partnership with parents and seamlessly integrated into their day by all staff. Children benefit from a wealth of new experiences, including outdoor learning opportunities, and demonstrate confidence in their learning and interactions. The setting fosters strong bonds between children and staff, with daily dedicated key person time in small groups for focused teaching. This outstanding provision ensures children thrive, supported by highly qualified staff who are deeply knowledgeable about early childhood education. What it's like Children thrive at this setting. Staff provide highly individualised, expert support tailored to each child's home life. Children benefit from a wealth of new experiences and show confidence in learning and sharing stories. Highly qualified staff Individualised support Broad curriculum Effective partnerships Strong child-staff bonds Outdoor learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year around from 7.30am until 6pm. The setting closes for bank holidays and one week in December. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Thurston Childcare Last inspected 19 May 2022 · Kate Hipperson 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 thrive at this setting. Staff provide highly individualised, expert support tailored to each child's home life. Children benefit from a wealth of new experiences and show confidence in learning and sharing stories. Inspector highlights - Highly qualified staff are extremely knowledgeable about early childhood education and meticulously plan a broad, varied, and challenging curriculum. - Teamwork between managers and staff is highly effective and they continuously communicate about activities and teaching. - Partnerships with parents are highly effective, and staff help parents to further children's learning at home. - Where children are not working at expected levels, staff put in place clear, concise, and highly effective plans with parents. - Children's bonds with staff are excellently established, and all children benefit from daily time with their key person in small groups. Inspection #10242874 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50186828) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Thurston Childcare Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10242874 Lead inspector Kate Hipperson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50186828)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2651430) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Thurston Church of England Primary Academy, Pond Field Road, Thurston, Bury St Edmunds, IP31 3FT [© 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#/0.81771/52.25448/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Thurston, Bury St Edmunds - [Day nurseries in Thurston, Bury St Edmunds](/search?q=Thurston%2C+Bury+St+Edmunds) - [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=thurston-childcare-ip31-3ft-2651430) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Where children are not working at the levels expected for their age and stage of development, staff put in place clear, concise and highly effective plans together with parents. All staff understand these plans, and seamlessly incorporate the extra support that children need into their day. Outdoor space The recently built setting, in the grounds of its host school, is welcoming, inviting and a hive of activity. Staff expertly use the various areas available to the children to maximise learning and enjoyment. Inspection history Date: May 2022 - June 2022 Outstanding - May 2022 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Thurston Childcare ### How does Thurston Childcare support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Thurston Childcare? ### What kind of childcare setting is Thurston Childcare? ### Which funded hours does Thurston Childcare accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Thurston, Bury St Edmunds Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Thurston Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Rougham Acorns And Woodlands Bury St. Edmunds · IP30 9JJ ](/nursery/rougham-acorns-and-woodlands-ltd-ip30-9jj-ey390482) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Norton Pre-School Norton · IP31 3LE 4.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/norton-pre-school-ip31-3le-ey312532) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Little Explorers Day Nursery Pakenham Bury St. Edmunds · IP31 2NG ](/nursery/little-explorers-day-nursery-pakenham-ip31-2ng-ey538117) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Great Barton Pathways Bury St Edmunds · IP31 2RJ ](/nursery/great-barton-pathways-ip31-2rj-ey381254) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Day Nursery and Preschool Suffolk · IP32 7LN 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-bury-st-edmunds-day-nursery-and-preschool-ip32-7ln-ey491764) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 4.0 mi ### Woolpit ARC Woolpit Bury · IP30 9RU ](/nursery/woolpit-arc-ip30-9ru-ey359649) [See all nurseries in Thurston, Bury St Edmunds →](/search?q=Thurston%2C+Bury+St+Edmunds) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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