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University Hospital Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2025)
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4.7(6 parent reviews) ·Queens Medical Centre, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2UH · Nottingham
Number of places
122 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2025
Local authority
Nottingham

About this day nursery

The University Hospital Day Nursery, located in Nottingham, provides childcare services for children aged 4 months to 5 years. It operates from 8 am to 6 pm, offering both full-time and part-time placements to accommodate varying family needs.

The nursery ensures children receive comprehensive nutrition with a full meal service including breakfast, two snacks, lunch, and tea. The facility was rated "Good" by Ofsted in 2022, reflecting its commitment to quality care and early education.

The nursery offers dedicated environments tailored to different age groups: "Hedgehogs and Squirrels" for infants aged 4 months to 2 years, "Rabbits" for toddlers aged 2 to 3 years, and "Owls" for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 years. This structured approach aims to support developmental milestones at each stage.

The nursery is affiliated with the University of Nottingham and provides specific fee structures and financial support options for university staff and students.

What it's like

Staff encourage children to develop responsibility and independence, such as tidying toys and self-feeding. They also foster a love of books and stories through enthusiastic reading and engaging questions. Staff model respectful language and support children in developing manners.

Ofsted rated "Good"University-affiliatedFull meal service

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
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

Full meal service: breakfast/two snacks/lunch/tea

Opening hours

8am-6pm

Age range

4 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full-time, Part-time

Established

1989

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for University Hospital Day Nursery

Last inspected 19 March 2025

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 encourage children to develop responsibility and independence, such as tidying toys and self-feeding. They also foster a love of books and stories through enthusiastic reading and engaging questions. Staff model respectful language and support children in developing manners.

Inspector highlights

  • Pre-school children show responsibility in tidying up after playing.
  • Babies and toddlers are supported to develop self-feeding skills.
  • Children of all ages are encouraged to develop a love of books and stories.
  • Pre-school children gain an understanding of healthy lifestyles and enjoy being physically active outdoors.
  • Staff support pre-school children to learn about different types of food and understand allergies and intolerances.
  • Staff recognise the importance of children feeling safe and secure and gather comprehensive information about routines, comforts, and cultural backgrounds to support settling in.

Areas to develop

  • 1support all staff to have a clear understanding of the setting's curriculum intent, so that that they are consistently focused on what they want children to learn
  • 2support staff to strengthen the implementation of activities and develop their teaching skills.
Inspection #10372439 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

their children are happy at the nursery and have good bonds with the staff

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers and staff work in partnerships with parents and other professionals to put appropriate support in place for children who speak English as an additional language, and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This enables all involved in the care of the children to consistently meet their individual education, health and care needs.

Outdoor space

Pre-school children gain an understanding of healthy lifestyles and develop a positive attitude to spending time outside being physically active. Staff take part in sport coaching sessions with children. They run around and join in with the energetic play.

Parent Reviews of University Hospital Day Nursery

4.7
(6)
Jumana AA Kussad
4 months ago

I can’t recommend this nursery enough. My daughter was with them since she was 9 months old, she had to move at 2.5 years old as we moved cities. They were all like a family to her. Claire, Susan, Lisa, Wiki, Kayleigh, Kaci, Sara, Charlotte, Lucy and everyone who ever looked after my baby girl, they are all absolute gems. She liked going there every day. We will absolutely miss everyone at this nursery. Thank you all very much ❤️

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Dalia Mo
4 years ago

My experience was awesome with this preschool.. the manager, the staff ...the teachers are just great. I highly recommend it .

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Ola Mohamed Metawie
2 years ago

Lovely and caring staff ❤️

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Inspection history

Date: September 2003

  • April 2025Good
  • March 2025Good
  • May 2019Good
  • April 2019Good
  • February 2016Good
  • January 2016Good
  • June 2011Good
  • June 2011Good
  • July 2007Good
  • September 2003Good

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