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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Topsham House Day Nursery # Topsham House Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · 16 PECKLETON LANE, DESFORD, LEICESTER, LE9 9JU · Leicestershire Number of places 60 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Leicestershire 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 Topsham House Day Nursery, established in 2000, provides ‘Good’ rated childcare on non-domestic premises in Leicester for children aged 0–4 years. 45am until 6pm. Staff at Topsham House Day Nursery build strong relationships with children and families from the outset, offering detailed inductions and creating family photo books to foster a strong sense of belonging. The nursery promotes independence from an early age; even babies learn to drink from cups and use spoons, while older children help set tables and pour drinks. Children consistently behave well, with staff taking care to involve them in creating ‘golden rules’ to help them understand behavioural expectations. The nursery offers a balanced curriculum, which includes engaging activities such as learning about palaeontologists and exploring the local community through visits to a forest school, church events, and the library. This helps children develop a broader understanding of the world. Outdoor learning is a key feature, with children enjoying a wide range of physical activities, from leaping and bouncing to riding trikes. They also learn to assess risks independently in the outdoor environment. For children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), staff have high expectations and work closely with other agencies to develop and review targeted learning plans, effectively using additional funding like the early years pupil premium to support progress. Parents are very satisfied with the care and support their children receive, praising the strong communication through both verbal and online platforms, and feeling well-informed about their child's development. What it's like Staff at Topsham House Day Nursery build strong relationships with children and families, ensuring a sense of belonging through detailed inductions and family photo books. They model kindness and respect, creating a happy learning environment. Children develop independence early, from drinking from cups and using spoons to setting tables and pouring drinks. Strong relationships with families Outdoor environment Promotes independence Good behaviour Happy learning environment Support for SEND ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.45am until 6pm, all year around, except for a week at Christmas Term time / All Year All Year Established 2000 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Topsham House Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10337222 Lead inspector Kelly Langley Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254305)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223281) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=topsham-house-day-nursery-le9-9ju-223281) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Topsham House Day Nursery Last inspected 11 July 2024 · Kelly Langley 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 Staff at Topsham House Day Nursery build strong relationships with children and families, ensuring a sense of belonging through detailed inductions and family photo books. They model kindness and respect, creating a happy learning environment. Children develop independence early, from drinking from cups and using spoons to setting tables and pouring drinks. Inspector highlights - Staff build strong relationships with children and families. - Children thoroughly enjoy the outdoor environment and develop physical skills. - Children behave well and are consistently praised by staff. - Staff morale is high, and they feel supported and valued by leaders. - Children develop independence skills from an early age. Areas to develop - 1 build on staff's knowledge of the curriculum intent, so they are clear about what it is that children need to learn, to help them to make the best progress - 2 review the organisation of some daily routines so children are not waiting for long periods. Inspection #10337222 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254305) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are absolutely delighted with the care and support staff give to their children. > They feel communication between themselves and staff is strong, both verbally and through online platforms. > Parents feel well informed and know where their child is in their development. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have high expectations of every child, including those with additional needs. They work closely with other agencies to design and implement targeted learning plans, which are regularly reviewed to support children's next steps. Leaders use additional funding, such as the early years pupil premium, effectively to contribute to children's good progress. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the outdoor environment. Staff provide children with lots of opportunities to be active and to develop their physical skills, from leaping and bouncing to throwing and catching, and confidently riding trikes. Children also learn to complete their own risk assessments outside. ## Parent Reviews of Topsham House Day Nursery 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKKWZmA-jhu0GgtecL-W0bQLNrcHPsl33jISrbfuWP47JPCBg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ian Ramsden 9 years ago Great childcare [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnN3BUZFhREAE!2m1!1s0x4877594e4ddbe33b:0x5288026bd176edd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIkmCBVsIec2PpyQetvzlZK2CWvoFb4TF_diyJOY-ugy4d2cw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zoe Harrald 8 years ago Excellent [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnbUpTNEl3EAE!2m1!1s0x4877594e4ddbe33b:0x5288026bd176edd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWp_LKd3Vg9uo3YJhnYb-3-bjz5BvDOFse6j_CxpXbpy3JDeexg3Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Jennifer Pollard 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNObXVtazNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877594e4ddbe33b:0x5288026bd176edd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX5-ocmTQotfYSJB-AQKnOKg9lHaBOUfomDngPYkFg-mdyzM_ji=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Moreblessing Chikore 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMxOF8yLUVnEAE!2m1!1s0x4877594e4ddbe33b:0x5288026bd176edd6) Reviews from Google for Topsham House Day Nursery. 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