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Tinkerbells Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2022)
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4.5(4 parent reviews) ·41 Beech Grove, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, PR2 1DU · Lancashire
Number of places
64 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2022
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

Tinkerbells Day Nursery, situated in Preston, offers exceptional childcare services catering to children from birth to five years old. Committed to adhering to Ofsted regulations, the nursery provides a secure, stimulating, and loving environment for each child.

The nursery prides itself on treating every child as an individual, fostering an atmosphere of respect and valuing their opinions and beliefs, alongside those of their parents and carers. With a team of staff qualified by the National Day Nurseries Association, Tinkerbells consistently works in partnership with families to ensure continuity of care.

The nursery operates year-round, offering competitive prices and high-quality service. They provide nursery grants, offer toddler groups, and boast outdoor play areas.

Meals are provided, and they accept childcare vouchers, along with offering out-of-school and holiday clubs. Tinkerbells also emphasises educational and developmental progress through its playgrounds, playgroups, and pre-school activities, all overseen by fully qualified nursery staff and teachers.

Our ethos

At Tinkerbells Day Nursery we aim to provide the highest standard of childcare in accordance with Ofsted regulations. We continuously strive to provide love and care to each and every child, in a safe, secure and stimulating environment. At Tinkerbells, all children will be treated as individuals and be shown the highest respect. Our team consists of National Day Nurseries Association qualified staff who values their wishes, opinions and beliefs and also those of their parents and carers. We constantly work in partnership with parents and carers and strive to uphold continuity of care for all children and families.

What it's like

Children are happy and enjoy their time at the busy nursery, showing that they feel safe as they greet staff with hugs. They understand what is expected of them, follow routines and rules, and demonstrate positive attitudes towards play and learning. Children benefit from a wide range of interesting and challenging resources, and their physical development and overall well-being are well supported, particularly through daily outdoor play.

Ofsted regulatedOutdoor play areasNursery meals providedHoliday clubsChildcare vouchers accepted

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 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

Mon - Fri: 7:30 - 18:00

Age range

0 to 5

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

Nursery meals provided

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tinkerbells Day Nursery

Last inspected 21 September 2022

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and enjoy their time at the busy nursery, showing that they feel safe as they greet staff with hugs. They understand what is expected of them, follow routines and rules, and demonstrate positive attitudes towards play and learning. Children benefit from a wide range of interesting and challenging resources, and their physical development and overall well-being are well supported, particularly through daily outdoor play.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders strive to continually improve the children's experience of nursery and evaluate the provision regularly.
  • Staff supervisions are used effectively to identify training needs, with targeted training benefiting children, such as supporting speech and language skills.
  • Staff use assessment effectively to monitor what children know and can do, planning for their learning based on individual interests.
  • Children who receive additional funding and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with staff understanding and meeting their individual needs.
  • Building children's independence skills is a real strength of the nursery, with staff encouraging children to complete tasks for themselves from an early age.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop the curriculum for mathematics and implement it consistently to further support children's understanding of numeracy.
Inspection #10234618 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children who receive additional funding and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff understand and meet children's individual needs. Leaders liaise with other agencies to ensure access to appropriate support, and funding is spent on training and resources to benefit children's specific needs. Staff have also completed training on supporting children's speech and language skills.

Outdoor space

Children's physical development and overall well-being are well supported. Children look forward to playing in the outdoor area each day. They laugh with their friends as they spray hosepipes. Staff encourage children to climb in and out of tractor tyres and to balance on low wooden beams. Children benefit from the fresh air and exercise.

Parent Reviews of Tinkerbells Day Nursery

4.5
(4)
Roshan Dharmarathna
2 years ago

I am incredibly impressed with the Tinkerbells. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating a warm and supportive environment for the children. The curriculum strikes a great balance between play and learning, helping the kids develop essential skills while having fun. The school's facilities are well-maintained and safe. Overall, it's a fantastic place for early childhood education.

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Sarah Winder
7 years ago

Great nursery our little girl loves it and is experiencing lots of different things everyday helping bher development

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Inspection history

Date: August 2009

  • September 2022Good
  • December 2016Good
  • December 2013Good
  • August 2009Good

Frequently asked about Tinkerbells Day Nursery

About the setting

Tinkerbells Day Nursery registered in 2002. The nursery employs 13 members of childcare staff, with six holding level 3 and three holding level 2 early years qualifications. The manager holds an appropriate level 6 qualification. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, all year round (except bank holidays and a week at Christmas) from 7.30am to 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY103941
Registered person
Tinkerbells Nursery Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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