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Tiddlywinks Nursery in Eye

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2024)
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4.0(4 parent reviews) ·Tithe Farm, Laxfield Road, Eye, IP21 5PY · Suffolk
Number of places
54 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2024
Local authority
Suffolk

About this day nursery

Tiddlywinks Nursery in Eye, Suffolk, provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The nursery operates with an hourly rate structure, and fees are payable monthly in advance.

They pride themselves on offering flexible attendance options and do not charge for holidays if notified beforehand. Meals are provided, with breakfast at 8:00 am, lunch at 12 noon, and mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, respectively.

A "Tea Club" is also available from 4-5 pm daily. Tiddlywinks Nursery accepts various government funding schemes, including provisions for working parents of children from 9 months to 4 years old, disadvantaged 2-year-olds, and universal 15 hours for all 3 and 4-year-olds.

They also welcome direct payments and childcare vouchers. The nursery is located on Laxfield Road in Fressingfield, Eye.

What it's like

Children confidently separate from their parents and carers. Staff demonstrate genuine care and affection for children and support their well-being effectively. Staff focus on supporting children's independence, helping them to recognise their belongings and promoting literacy.

Hourly ratesHoliday-friendly billingGovernment funding acceptedMeals and snacks provided

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on an hourly rate, which is split into two age bands: under two years, and ages two to five. A daily fee applies to funded children over lunchtime, and an optional Tea Club is available in the afternoon. Fees are invoiced monthly in advance.

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)

Good to know

  • No charge for holidays if the nursery is notified prior to invoicing.
  • No refunds are given for sickness or other absences.
  • Fees are payable in advance at the beginning of each month.
  • Government funding cannot be used to pay for Tea Club fees.
  • Childcare vouchers and direct payments are accepted.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 8am until 5pm.

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tiddlywinks Nursery

Last inspected 16 October 2024 · Nina Hopson

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 confidently separate from their parents and carers. Staff demonstrate genuine care and affection for children and support their well-being effectively. Staff focus on supporting children's independence, helping them to recognise their belongings and promoting literacy.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff plan engaging small-group sessions which supports children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make good progress.
  • Staff introduce new words and concepts and demonstrate what this looks like, helping to improve children’s language and communication.
  • Staff prioritise children settling into nursery and creating caring bonds with them, which creates a secure, trusting environment that supports children's emotional well-being.
  • Leaders take swift action in response to any concerns raised, demonstrating a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
  • Staff’s practice is monitored effectively and supports their continuous professional development.

Areas to develop

  • 1review staff deployment at mealtimes so that children are supported more effectively to learn about good hygiene practice
  • 2support staff to review children's learning opportunities to enable the more quiet children to fully participate.
Inspection #10359843 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

They comment the settling-in process for their children is supportive and thorough.

Parents know what their children are learning, and staff support them on how to continue this at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff plan engaging small-group sessions. This supports children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make good progress. Staff identify gaps in children's learning and work with other professionals to support their development. This early intervention and tailored support helps children overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this as having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Tiddlywinks Nursery

4.0
(4)
Sarah Klinefelter
a year ago

Really lovely nursery and staff. They're so caring and put on loads of activities for them. Our 2 year old loves it here.

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Layla Pettit
5 years ago

Lovely nursery, our 2 year old is very happy here. The staff and facilities are wonderful.

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rsrae86
8 years ago

An amazing nursery the best around by far

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Inspection history

Date: October 2008

  • October 2024Good
  • December 2018Good
  • July 2015Good
  • August 2014Requires improvement
  • October 2008Good

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