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[South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Tots R Us # Tots R Us Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · Elvington Primary School, Eythorne, DOVER, CT15 4AN · Kent Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Tots R Us is a calm and welcoming nursery in Dover, operating since 1997, and was rated 'Good' by Ofsted at its latest inspection on 16th January 2024. 30 am to 3 pm on weekdays. Staff are dedicated to helping children become enthusiastic and independent learners, upholding high expectations for all. They offer precise levels of support and challenge, tailored to individual learning needs, especially during planned activities. Children also benefit from engaging in purposeful and exciting activities during independent play, such as helping to make play dough. The curriculum is carefully designed to consider the varied age and stage of the children, incorporating activities like games that teach sharing, turn-taking, counting, and mathematical vocabulary. There is a strong focus on children's emotional well-being, with staff providing empathy and support and designated areas for children to manage their feelings. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive excellent support, with leaders, staff, parents, and other professionals collaborating closely on individual plans, ensuring good progress. The nursery also provides meaningful outdoor learning experiences, with trips to local amenities like a café, farmyard, and forest school, to deepen children's understanding of their community and the wider world, including different cultures and climates. What it's like Children thrive at this calm and welcoming nursery. Staff help them to become enthusiastic and independent learners and have high expectations for all. Staff provide precise levels of support and challenge that meet every child's individual learning needs, particularly during planned activities. Children also benefit from access to purposeful and exciting activities in all areas, during independent play. Calm and welcoming Enthusiastic learners High expectations Emotional support Excellent SEND support Outdoor learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours weekday from 8.30am to 3pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1997 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tots R Us Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10305620 Lead inspector Kate Williams Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239337)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/127724) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=tots-r-us-ct15-4an-127724) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tots R Us Last inspected 16 January 2024 · Kate Williams 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 thrive at this calm and welcoming nursery. Staff help them to become enthusiastic and independent learners and have high expectations for all. Staff provide precise levels of support and challenge that meet every child's individual learning needs, particularly during planned activities. Children also benefit from access to purposeful and exciting activities in all areas, during independent play. Inspector highlights - Children thrive at this calm and welcoming nursery. - Staff help children to become enthusiastic and independent learners and have high expectations for all. - Staff place a high priority on meeting children's emotional needs. - Children learn new vocabulary as staff teach them about what makes them stay healthy. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well by the staff. Areas to develop - 1 review and strengthen the arrangements for how staff settle children to further promote children's well-being - 2 support staff to recognise the importance of correcting any misconceptions to further develop children's language and understanding. Inspection #10305620 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239337) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well by the staff. Leaders work closely with staff, parents, and other professionals to implement children's individual plans. Children with SEND are consistently supported and make good progress. Outdoor space Staff regularly provide a variety of meaningful opportunities for children to gain a deeper understanding of their local community and the world in which they live. For example, they plan trips to the nearby café, farmyard, and forest school. Inspection history Date: April 2005 - February 2024 Good - January 2024 Good - March 2018 Good - February 2018 Good - May 2015 Good - April 2015 Good - November 2009 Good - October 2009 Good - February 2007 Good - April 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about Tots R Us ### What outdoor learning does Tots R Us offer? ### How does Tots R Us support children with SEND? ### Which area does Tots R Us serve? ### Which funded hours are accepted by Tots R Us? ### What is Tots R Us working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in DOVER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tots R Us. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Shepherdswell Preschool Dover · CT15 7NN ](/nursery/shepherdswell-preschool-ct15-7nn-127535) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Kaleidascope Childcare Canterbury · CT3 3AS ](/nursery/kaleidascope-childcare-ct3-3as-ey283103) - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.0 mi ### Baby Kaleidascope Canterbury · CT3 3BE ](/nursery/baby-kaleidascope-ct3-3be-2866238) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Wrap Around Care and Snug Bugs Nursery Deal · CT14 0LP 4.6(13 reviews) ](/nursery/wrap-around-care-and-snug-bugs-nursery-ct14-0lp-ey438747) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Sunshine Corner Nursery Canterbury · CT3 3BS ](/nursery/sunshine-corner-nursery-ct3-3bs-ey282231) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 3.5 mi ### Little Explorers Eastry Eastry · CT13 0QB ](/nursery/little-explorers-eastry-ltd-ct13-0qb-2813329) [See all nurseries in DOVER →](/search?q=DOVER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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