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Truro College Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2024)
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4.2(104 parent reviews)
·Truro & Penwith College, College Road, TRURO, TR1 3XX · Cornwall
Number of places
37 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2024
Local authority
Cornwall

About this day nursery

Truro College Nursery, situated within the college grounds opposite Truro Leisure Centre, offers a nurturing and secure setting for children from six weeks to eight years old. The nursery prides itself on delivering exceptional care and education, with a team of highly qualified staff who personalise their teaching methods to suit each child's unique developmental stage.

They implement a thoughtfully structured curriculum that builds upon children's individual interests and capabilities, utilising both structured activities and spontaneous exploration as vital learning opportunities in the early years. The environment is designed to be safe and stimulating, providing a consistent approach to care that aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage principles.

The nursery places great importance on fostering strong relationships with parents and carers, actively involving them in their child's progress through regular communication and meetings, recognising the shared privilege of supporting children during these formative years.

Our ethos

The nursery implements a thoughtfully structured curriculum that builds upon children's individual interests and capabilities, utilising both structured activities and spontaneous exploration as vital learning opportunities. Their approach aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage principles, with staff personalising teaching methods to suit each child's unique developmental stage. They value strong relationships with parents and carers, involving them in their child's progress.

What it's like

Staff welcome children and their families, who settle quickly and form positive relationships with staff. Staff provide a broad range of activities to support learning, such as fine motor skill development and learning about the natural world outdoors. Children are taught to recognise emotions, manage behaviour, and develop independence, like dressing themselves and making healthy food choices.

College-based nurseryIndividualised learningStrong parent partnershipEarly Years Foundation Stage curriculum

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged at an hourly rate based on three age bands: under two years, two to three years, and three years plus. All sessions have a minimum booking length and set start times. Discounts are available for full-time weekly bookings.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of 7 hours per session.
  • Sessions must start at either 8:00am, 8:30am, or 9:00am.
  • 10% discount available for weekly bookings (5 days).
  • 20% discount available for TPC staff weekly bookings (5 days).

Key facts

Opening hours

7:45am to 5:45pm

Age range

six weeks to eight years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

meals and snacks are provided

Established

2003

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Truro College Day Nursery

Last inspected 12 December 2024

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 welcome children and their families, who settle quickly and form positive relationships with staff. Staff provide a broad range of activities to support learning, such as fine motor skill development and learning about the natural world outdoors. Children are taught to recognise emotions, manage behaviour, and develop independence, like dressing themselves and making healthy food choices.

Inspector highlights

  • The nursery's curriculum is carefully designed and sequenced to support children's progress, helping them achieve their next steps in learning.
  • Staff support children's language and communication skills well using techniques like focusing on key words, signing, and picture cues.
  • Staff frequently read books to children, helping them become familiar with story structure and patterns of language.
  • The nursery fosters strong links with Truro college, using college facilities and expertise to broaden children's experiences.
  • Leaders care for the well-being of staff, offering support and training, leading to a happy and effective team.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance children's engagement in play and learning by facilitating sustained involvement for longer periods
  • 2provide further opportunities for older children to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Inspection #10367971 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are very happy with the care and education provided by the nursery.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff intervene quickly when they have concerns about a child's development and tailor support to target children's specific needs. They work collaboratively with parents, outside organisations, and other settings to ensure children and their families receive necessary care and support.

Outdoor space

Staff develop children's knowledge of the natural world as they dig together outside and learn about different insects. Younger children happily play alongside each other and have opportunities to learn from their older peers while in the outdoor area. Children participate in a broad range of learning opportunities, both inside and outside.

Inspection history

Date: July 2010

  • December 2024Good
  • March 2019Good
  • May 2015Good
  • July 2010Good

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