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United Play # United Play Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · United Reform Church, Gooding Avenue, Leicester, LE3 1JW · Leicester Number of places 44 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Leicester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery United Play Nursery, situated on the grounds of Braunstone United Reformed Church, offers comprehensive childcare services for children ranging from infancy up to 11 years old. The nursery operates across two locations: the blue cabin and the church premises. They are dedicated to providing a 'play and learn' curriculum, integrating elements and pedagogical approaches from various educational philosophies such as the Curiosity Approach and Montessori. This child-centred methodology is evident in their developmental care for all children. The nursery accommodates both funded and non-funded placements, and actively assists parents in securing financial support for childcare costs. Our ethos United Play Nursery is dedicated to a 'play and learn' curriculum, integrating approaches from the Curiosity Approach and Montessori. This child-centred methodology is central to their developmental care for all children. What it's like Children are confident and independent when they arrive at nursery, happily greeting their key person. They are keen to participate in play and activities, working together and showing respect for one another. Staff praise children's efforts and achievements, fostering a sense of pride. Play and Learn Curriculum Child-centred Approach Curiosity Approach Montessori Inspired Located in Church Grounds ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://braunstoneurc.org.uk/contact/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, with sessions between 8am and 6pm Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for United Play Last inspected 3 August 2022 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 are confident and independent when they arrive at nursery, happily greeting their key person. They are keen to participate in play and activities, working together and showing respect for one another. Staff praise children's efforts and achievements, fostering a sense of pride. Inspector highlights - Leaders, managers and staff have a clear understanding of what they want children to learn and have sequenced learning in place. - Staff know the children well, which helps them to plan individual learning. - Children's physical development is promoted well through activities like learning to stand independently and climbing tree stumps. - Staff support children to understand and manage their emotions. - Leaders and managers support staff through supervision processes and allocate training for professional development. Areas to develop - 1 further support staff to consistently introduce children to new vocabulary, to develop children's language beyond what they already know - 2 further develop staff knowledge about healthy and unhealthy choices, to support children to understand how to keep themselves healthy. Inspection #10205560 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192926) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of United Play Inspection date Aug 2022 Inspection no. 10205560 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192926)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2546980) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=united-play-le3-1jw-2546980) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that they are happy with the nursery. > They are pleased with the ways the nursery communicates with them. > Parents know the specific learning their children are working towards at nursery. > They mention how they use this information to support their children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff identify any children who require further support with their development. This includes children who speak English as an additional language and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children are encouraged to take their play dough outside to find yellow items. In the nursery 'forest area', children engage in imaginative play, building a 'fire' and cooking items. Pre-school children climb onto tree stumps, stand, balance, and jump off, sometimes with a helping hand from staff. Inspection history Date: August 2022 - September 2022 Good - August 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about United Play ### How can United Play be contacted? ### How did United Play do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What outdoor space does United Play use? ### What do parents say about United Play? ## Nearby day nurseries in Leicester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to United Play. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Sunflowers Neighbourhood Nursery Leicester · LE3 1JN 4.3(18 reviews) ](/nursery/sunflowers-neighbourhood-nursery-le3-1jn-ey295699) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.7 mi ### Mindful Me Nursery Leicester · LE3 6NP ](/nursery/mindful-me-nursery-le3-6np-2742771) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### St Mary's Playgroup Leicester · LE3 3FT 5.0(39 reviews) ](/nursery/st-mary-s-playgroup-le3-3ft-ey477732) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Wingfield Nursery Leicester · LE3 0QS ](/nursery/wingfield-nursery-ltd-le3-0qs-226998) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Dots & Tots Nursery Leicester · LE3 9RF 4.8(22 reviews) ](/nursery/dots-tots-nursery-le3-9rf-2696596) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Westleigh Nursery Leicester · LE3 0HH 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/westleigh-nursery-ltd-le3-0hh-226996) [See all nurseries in Leicester →](/search?q=Leicester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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