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Toddlerz Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(8 parent reviews)
·Behind 27 Crown Street, KETTERING, NN16 8QA · North Northamptonshire
Number of places
50 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
North Northamptonshire

About this day nursery

Toddlerz Day Nursery, launched in January 2015, provides high-quality care and education for children from 12 months to 8 years old. The nursery emphasises a play-based learning approach, believing that play is fundamental to childhood development and helps children gain new skills and understanding.

Their curriculum aligns with the Government's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on children's personal development and future readiness. They aim to nurture independence and confidence through a supportive environment with experienced staff who hold a minimum Level 2 childcare qualification.

Toddlerz Day Nursery holds an "Outstanding" Ofsted grading from its initial inspection and a "Good" rating from its July 2022 inspection. They are committed to continuous improvement, with staff regularly undertaking new training courses to stay updated on the latest childcare and education practices through their membership with the Pre-school Learning Alliance.

The nursery also prioritises safety with sophisticated security systems, including CCTV and access control, ensuring a secure environment for all children.

Our ethos

Toddlerz Day Nursery's educational philosophy is rooted in a play-based learning approach, viewing play as essential for children's development of new skills and understanding. Their curriculum is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with a focus on fostering independence and confidence. The nursery is committed to continuous improvement and staying current with childcare practices.

What it's like

Children and staff share very positive relationships, creating a safe and welcoming environment. Staff adapt settling-in sessions to meet individual needs, helping children to adjust quickly to the nursery. Children are encouraged to be independent and make choices about their play and activities.

Play-based learningEYFS curriculumExperienced staffStrong security measuresOfsted "Good"

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on specific session times for non-funded children aged 2 years and over. Fees vary depending on session length, with options ranging from hourly lunchtime slots to full day care. Funded children are subject to a weekly consumable contribution, and a one-off administration fee applies.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Good to know

  • Snacks are included in the 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, and 9am-4pm sessions.
  • A two-course meal is included in the 12pm-1pm and 9am-4pm sessions.
  • Consumable contributions apply weekly for children receiving funded hours.
  • An administration fee is required to reserve a nursery place.

Key facts

Food

All snacks and lunches are prepared fresh daily with healthy ingredients and vegetarian options. A fresh fruit/vegetable platter is always available.

Waitlist

Waiting list open for September 2026 and January 2027.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:00pm

Age range

12 months to 8 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Toddlerz Day Nursery

Last inspected 29 July 2022 · Karen Siddons

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

Children and staff share very positive relationships, creating a safe and welcoming environment. Staff adapt settling-in sessions to meet individual needs, helping children to adjust quickly to the nursery. Children are encouraged to be independent and make choices about their play and activities.

Inspector highlights

  • Children and staff share very positive relationships.
  • Staff know the children well and plan purposeful activities.
  • Children learn quickly that they can move freely between play areas and different activities.
  • Children develop a range of physical skills as they play.
  • Staff value children as individuals and understand that they have different home experiences.

Areas to develop

  • 1ensure staff consistently support children to make healthy choices and develop healthy lifestyles
  • 2ensure that staff understand how to differentiate group activities so that children of all ages can take part.
Inspection #10236496 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very positively about their experiences at the nursery. They comment that staff are very effective at settling their children in. Parents like the regular communication they receive about their child's development. They attribute their children's learning to attending the nursery, specifically their child's social skills and their competence with using English language.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff know that since the COVID-19 pandemic, some children need more support when they start nursery. They adapt settling-in sessions to suit the needs of children, which helps them to settle quickly.

Outdoor space

Children are encouraged to be physically active; they run and climb and take turns to race around the road track. Staff create opportunities for children to care for plants and grow vegetables in the nursery garden, which they can harvest for snack or lunch. Staff know that some children live in flats and may not have access to outside space, so they plan for outside play every day.

Parent Reviews of Toddlerz Day Nursery

5.0
(8)
Carol Holland
11 months ago

Can’t fault this nursery I’ve sent all my children there and never had a complaint about them.. the staff and office team are so pleasant and welcoming…

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Qasim Muhammad Hanif Dar
11 months ago

Really good and very nice and humble teachers,I had a very good experience with this nursery for both of my children

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Stacey Gilbert
11 months ago

Absolutely amazing staff and a friendly setting so their upmost for the children.

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Cristina Luchian
11 months ago

You are a wonderful team, I am happy to have met you.

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Inspection history

Date: September 2016

  • July 2022Good
  • September 2016Outstanding

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