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Tissington Kindergarten # Tissington Kindergarten Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2023) · The Old School House, Tissington, Ashbourne, DE6 1RA · Derbyshire Number of places 48 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority Derbyshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Tissington Kindergarten is an educational institution situated in The School House in Tissington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. The kindergarten offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, focusing on early childhood development. They provide a comprehensive programme designed to foster intellectual, social, and emotional growth in their pupils. The kindergarten prides itself on its dedicated staff and a curriculum that prepares children for their future educational journeys. They are located in a picturesque village setting, offering a unique backdrop for learning and play. The institution maintains open communication with parents and the community, ensuring a collaborative approach to each child's development. Tissington Kindergarten is easily reachable for inquiries and aims to create a memorable and impactful early learning experience for all its attendees. What it's like Leaders and staff warmly welcome children into the kindergarten by name. They have discussions with parents to find out how the children are feeling and what has happened in children's lives since they were last in kindergarten. The information gained is used by staff to initiate conversations and to include children in activities and experiences pertinent to their current needs and fascinations. ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.facebook.com/tissingtonkindergarten) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 5pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tissington Kindergarten Last inspected 24 November 2023 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 Leaders and staff warmly welcome children into the kindergarten by name. They have discussions with parents to find out how the children are feeling and what has happened in children's lives since they were last in kindergarten. The information gained is used by staff to initiate conversations and to include children in activities and experiences pertinent to their current needs and fascinations. Inspector highlights - Leaders have developed a strong curriculum founded on the prime areas of learning. - Staff prioritise children's communication and language development. - Children's enquiring minds are developed by staff with timely and appropriate interactions. - Staff promote children's physical and emotional well-being in a range of ways that are relevant to the children. - The rural location of the kindergarten presents many opportunities for the staff to introduce children to local customs and traditions. Areas to develop - 1 increase staff understanding and confidence in how to extend older children's experience of physical development in the garden area - 2 improve how staff working with younger children use the names of objects so they avoid using immature language. Inspection #10320876 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236801) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tissington Kindergarten Inspection date Nov 2023 Inspection no. 10320876 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236801)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY492731) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=tissington-kindergarten-de6-1ra-ey492731) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Parents of children who need extra support keenly share how their children are supported at the kindergarten, right from when staff identify possible gaps in children's development to how they support parents to make referrals and access funding. Outdoor space Children enthusiastically play outdoors with a wide range of fixed equipment that has increasingly challenging learning elements. For example, children's climbing skills change from negotiating steps for the youngest children to scaling ladders for the older children. Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: March 2017 - November 2023 Good - December 2022 Requires improvement - March 2017 Good ## Frequently asked about Tissington Kindergarten ### What strengths stand out at Tissington Kindergarten? ### What areas is Tissington Kindergarten developing? ### How is the outdoor space at Tissington Kindergarten used? ### Is Tissington Kindergarten Ofsted registered? ### How many children are on roll at Tissington Kindergarten? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ashbourne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tissington Kindergarten. - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Parkgate Nursery Ashbourne · DE6 1EJ ](/nursery/parkgate-nursery-de6-1ej-ey555383) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Treetops Ashbourne Ashbourne · DE6 1BE ](/nursery/treetops-ashbourne-de6-1be-206329) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Mulberry Bush Ashbourne Ashbourne · DE6 1BD ](/nursery/mulberry-bush-ashbourne-ltd-de6-1bd-ey488282) [See all nurseries in Ashbourne →](/search?q=Ashbourne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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