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Truro College Day Nursery # Truro College Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2024) · 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 nursery Individualised learning Strong parent partnership Early 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-olds 15 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). ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Truro College Day Nursery Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10367971 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50267310)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY263094) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=truro-college-day-nursery-tr1-3xx-ey263094) ## 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 - 1 enhance children's engagement in play and learning by facilitating sustained involvement for longer periods - 2 provide further opportunities for older children to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Inspection #10367971 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50267310) ## 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 2024 Good - March 2019 Good - May 2015 Good - July 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Truro College Day Nursery ### Who owns Truro College Day Nursery? ### Which funded hours does Truro College Day Nursery accept? ### How does Truro College Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### Does Truro College Day Nursery take babies? ### Is Truro College Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### What are the opening hours at Truro College Day Nursery? ### How can Truro College Day Nursery be contacted? ### What curriculum approach does Truro College Day Nursery use? ### Which area does Truro College Day Nursery serve? ## Nearby day nurseries in TRURO Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Truro College Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Happy Days Truro City Truro · TR1 3XX 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-truro-city-tr1-3xx-ey313724) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Happy Days The Playbox Truro · TR1 3AN ](/nursery/happy-days-the-playbox-tr1-3an-ey363646) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Naturally Learning Truro Truro · TR1 2BY ](/nursery/naturally-learning-truro-tr1-2by-2585350) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Daisy Fays Truro Truro · TR1 3SH 4.9(38 reviews) ](/nursery/daisy-fays-truro-tr1-3sh-2597270) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Little Minnows Truro · TR1 2PE ](/nursery/little-minnows-tr1-2pe-2638244) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Kea Preschool Truro · TR3 6AY ](/nursery/kea-preschool-tr3-6ay-ey394045) [See all nurseries in TRURO →](/search?q=TRURO) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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