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Tiddlywinks Nursery # Tiddlywinks Nursery in Eye Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2024) · 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 rates Holiday-friendly billing Government funding accepted Meals 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-olds 15 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. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tiddlywinks Nursery Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10359843 Lead inspector Nina Hopson [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50261405)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY274887) 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.tiddlywinksnursery.org/location) Tithe Farm, Laxfield Road, Eye, IP21 5PY [© 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#/1.33071/52.34194/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Eye - [Day nurseries in Eye](/search?q=Eye) - [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=tiddlywinks-nursery-ip21-5py-ey274887) 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 - 1 review staff deployment at mealtimes so that children are supported more effectively to learn about good hygiene practice - 2 support staff to review children's learning opportunities to enable the more quiet children to fully participate. Inspection #10359843 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50261405) ## 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) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLSkvRaCUzRoinzf4_SlENhAXvhMpsWePAkD3TB9QUCImzoAg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) 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. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyNUlPMjh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d992da69c19ee1:0xc684b8bf5cb76a6a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX4Mrw17g066Tb9LyClBj-fI5yUjwDM_v3lOpVRmVM0Pw2-azYE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Layla Pettit 5 years ago Lovely nursery, our 2 year old is very happy here. The staff and facilities are wonderful. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDX1pIZTlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d992da69c19ee1:0xc684b8bf5cb76a6a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXjO1G2upg5erBqJMAAcx6lMvosQNbkNsXaFJV4Lf9Y2wywbD8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) rsrae86 8 years ago An amazing nursery the best around by far [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnaWNLaVlnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d992da69c19ee1:0xc684b8bf5cb76a6a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLTdJdn23wJmU-UWZP-Efybcz6s1HJ-586B6ZIwxRB2Qb6zTQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Andrew Tawn 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR3NVBHc053EAE!2m1!1s0x47d992da69c19ee1:0xc684b8bf5cb76a6a) Reviews from Google for Tiddlywinks Nursery. 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