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Unicorn Nursery Maesbury

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·Unicorn Nursery, Main Road, Maesbury Marsh, SY10 8HD · Shropshire
Number of places
59 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Shropshire

About this day nursery

Unicorn Nursery Maesbury is a vibrant childcare facility dedicated to fostering early childhood development through a unique blend of care and innovative educational approaches. They differentiate themselves through the adoption of the 'Curiosity Approach,' which emphasises a play-based, child-led learning environment.

This philosophy replaces traditional plastic toys with natural materials and real-life objects, encouraging children to use their imagination and develop critical thinking skills. The nursery's setting has been transformed with neutral, calming colours to create a 'home from home' atmosphere.

Unicorn Nursery also proudly offers a Forest School programme, allowing children to explore nature, engage in outdoor activities, and learn about the environment in their well-appointed outdoor spaces. Their dedication to a holistic approach extends to providing diverse learning opportunities while preparing older children for the transition to school.

Unicorn Nursery operates Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, catering to various age groups from babies as young as six weeks up to pre-schoolers.

Our ethos

We believe a high quality Early Years experience provides a firm foundation on which to build future academic, social and emotional success. We provide a caring, safe, and happy environment to help your child feel secure and confident. All the children in our care are encouraged to learn, play and socialise with others and then flourish through their own individual strengths. We work with each child to help fulfil their potential, at their own pace. The Curiosity Approach allows children to direct their own learning by 'igniting their natural curiosity and imagination.'

What it's like

Children are incredibly happy at nursery. Babies are showered with lots of love and attention, which helps them to settle quickly. Older children enjoy printing activities and staff quickly adapt activities to ensure all children can access resources freely. Staff are consistent in managing children's behaviour, encouraging sharing, and children show a good understanding of routines and play cooperatively.

Forest SchoolCuriosity ApproachPlay-based learningGovernment funded hours

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Food

Parents may bring their own packed lunch/tea and snacks to avoid consumables charges for funded sessions.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm

Age range

6 weeks to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Unicorn Nursery Maesbury

Last inspected 18 July 2023 · Louise Chinyuku

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are incredibly happy at nursery. Babies are showered with lots of love and attention, which helps them to settle quickly. Older children enjoy printing activities and staff quickly adapt activities to ensure all children can access resources freely. Staff are consistent in managing children's behaviour, encouraging sharing, and children show a good understanding of routines and play cooperatively.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders are ambitious and have a clear vision for the nursery, which inspires passionate staff.
  • Staff speak positively about the support they receive from leaders, who focus on professional development and training.
  • The curriculum is tailored to build on children's existing knowledge and covers all areas of learning.
  • There is a clear focus on children's communication and language development, with staff introducing new vocabulary during play and activities.
  • Parents comment very positively about the nursery, stating that their children are very settled and that staff keep them informed about their child's progress.
  • Leaders work well in partnership with other professionals to put effective plans in place for children, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Staff are very nurturing towards children, know them well, and follow their routines, building lasting bonds.
  • Staff use a wide range of opportunities to teach children about themselves and others, fostering high levels of care and respect among children.
  • Staff focus on teaching children about staying healthy and clean, providing balanced meals, fresh water, and encouraging handwashing and physical activity.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the methods in place for monitoring staff practice, to provide staff with the right level of support they need and to enhance the quality of teaching and learning children receive
  • 2enhance the organisation of activities to help children maintain high levels of engagement in their learning.
Inspection #10278423 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment very positively about the nursery. They state that their children are very settled.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders work well in partnership with other professionals and routinely attend meetings to gather and share key information about the children. This information is used to put in place effective plans, ensuring that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the specialist help they require.

Outdoor space

Children thoroughly enjoy themselves in the purpose-built outside areas. Staff provide children with wet suits and wellington boots so they can still explore and play outside in wet weather. Children enjoy searching for different insects and bugs and confidently describe them, with staff engaging in discussions to build on their knowledge.

Parent Reviews of Unicorn Nursery Maesbury

5.0
(3)
Gemma Day
10 months ago

Wonderful Nursery with great staff and lots of educational learning and outdoor play. My child loves going.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: February 2019

  • July 2023Good
  • January 2023Inadequate
  • August 2019Good
  • February 2019Inadequate

Frequently asked about Unicorn Nursery Maesbury

About the setting

Unicorn Nursery Maesbury registered in 2018. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays, from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery employs 18 members of childcare staff, with 17 holding early years qualifications from level 3 to qualified teacher status. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY556966
Registered person
Sandwell Supply Nursery Services Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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