Opening hours
Monday to Wednesday and Friday, from 8am until 5.30pm, and on Thursday from 8am until 5pm
Treetots Childcare
Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
Number of places
12 places
Age range
1–5 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole
About this day nursery
Treetots Childcare, located in Bournemouth, was founded by best friends Rachael and Laura, who together envisioned a setting deeply connected to nature. They believe that regular exposure to the natural world fosters happier children and enhances learning by heightening their senses, thereby boosting creative and imaginative play.
The nursery aims to provide children with opportunities to engage with nature through walks, listening to birdsong, cultivating herbs and flowers, and preparing their own meals. Indoor learning incorporates natural materials and wooden toys, while creative development is encouraged through activities like painting, singing, dancing, storytelling, sewing, weaving, and bread making, all designed to create a tranquil and enriching experience.
Both Rachael and Laura bring extensive experience to Treetots. Laura, initially a teaching assistant for children with autism, pursued a PGCE and spent five years as a primary school teacher.
Rachael dedicated eleven years to day nurseries, achieving NVQ Levels 2 and 3 in childcare. After six successful years as childminders, they decided to establish Treetots Nursery to bring their shared philosophy to life.
Our ethos
Treetots Childcare's philosophy is rooted in a deep connection with nature, believing that regular exposure to the natural world enhances learning, creativity, and imaginative play. They incorporate natural materials, outdoor experiences, and nature-inspired activities to create a tranquil and enriching environment for children.
What it's like
Children and parents are greeted warmly by the friendly and professional staff. Children develop strong attachments to their key person and staff, making them feel safe and emotionally secure. Children are happy and busy, growing in confidence as they use the well-resourced environment indoors and outdoors.
Nature-focused environmentChildminder-foundedCreative and imaginative playNatural materials and wooden toys
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2021
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Treetots Childcare
Last inspected 19 May 2023
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 parents are greeted warmly by the friendly and professional staff. Children develop strong attachments to their key person and staff, making them feel safe and emotionally secure. Children are happy and busy, growing in confidence as they use the well-resourced environment indoors and outdoors.
Inspector highlights
- Children and parents are greeted warmly by the friendly and professional staff.
- Children are happy and busy throughout the day, growing in confidence as they use the well-resourced environment indoors and outdoors.
- The managers are enthusiastic and dedicated to providing children with the best possible start in their education.
- Staff know the children in their care well and are confident about what they want children to learn and why.
- Staff provide children with a broad range of healthy snacks and home-made lunches.
Areas to develop
- 1strengthen staff's teaching skills further to encourage children to solve problems, predict outcomes and test out their ideas.
Inspection #10288968 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
They state that they feel well-informed about their children's learning and development through regular information in a variety of ways, such as verbal feedback.
Parents know how to support their children's learning at home due to the support and suggestions made by their child's key person.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Those who need extra support on arrival receive reassurance from staff, which helps them to settle. Following recent training on communication and language, staff use visual cues and sign language, to help children understand routines and support their learning.
Outdoor space
Children are physically active and enjoy being outdoors. They walk in long grass, climb trees and negotiate small slopes, showing great enjoyment in painting trees with water and making mud slides.
Inspection history
Date: May 2023
- June 2023Good
- May 2023Good
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