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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Westwards Nursery # Westwards Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · 8 Burton Street, Loughborough, LE11 2DT · Leicestershire Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Leicestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Westwards Nursery, established in 1961, holds the distinction of being the oldest nursery in its area, housed within a charming Victorian building that fosters a home-like and welcoming atmosphere. The nursery, located in Loughborough, LE11 2DT, prides itself on providing high-quality day care for children from 3 months up to school age, with a dedicated and highly qualified staff team. They focus on a curriculum that encourages individualised development in a secure, nurturing, and enjoyable setting. A significant aspect of their offering is an established Forest School programme, which emphasises outdoor learning and aims to cultivate independent and confident learners through hands-on experiences in a natural woodland environment. Westwards Nursery has received two awards for its commitment to exceptional care for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. They offer various session types and funding options, including stretched funded hours across 51 weeks to better support working parents, as well as a fully funded option for term-time afternoon sessions. The nursery also provides an all-inclusive package that covers meals, snacks, consumables, and a wide array of extracurricular activities such as arts and crafts, messy play, music, baking, and mindful wellbeing, further enhancing children's learning and development beyond the core curriculum. They are committed to fair access for all families, giving additional consideration to children eligible for Disadvantaged 2-Year-Old Funding and Early Years Pupil Premium. Our ethos Our curriculum enables each unique child to develop to their full potential within a safe, caring, and fun environment. Our established Forest School supports our outdoor learning ethos and encourages independent and confident learners, through hands on learning experiences in a local woodland environment. What it's like Children are happy and enjoy their time in this warm and homely setting. They are supported well by the kind and knowledgeable staff. Children settle quickly and make good progress in their learning. Established 1961 Victorian Building Forest School Award-Winning Stretched Funding ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around non-funded sessions lasting 6, 9, 9.5, or 10 hours, with a discount available for full-time monthly bookings. For funded sessions, families can choose between an all-inclusive package with additional daily charges for meals and consumables, or a fully free session during specific times. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Minimum attendance of 2 days is required. - Monthly full-time bookings receive a 15% discount. - Funded sessions can be taken over 38 weeks (term-time) or 51 weeks (all year round). - Funded Package 1 includes additional charges for breakfast club, food, consumables, and extra-curricular activities. - Funded Package 2 offers fully funded term-time sessions from 1pm to 5pm with no additional charges. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Westwards Nursery Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10363773 Lead inspector Claire Muddimer [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50264244)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY553923) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://westwardsnursery.co.uk/) 8 Burton Street, Loughborough, LE11 2DT Opening hours 07:30am – 5.30pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.20559/52.76564/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Loughborough - [Day nurseries in Loughborough](/search?q=Loughborough) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=westwards-nursery-le11-2dt-ey553923) ## Key facts Session types 6 hour day, 9 hour day, 9.5 hour day, 10 hour day Opening hours 07:30am – 5.30pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Westwards Nursery Last inspected 13 November 2024 · Claire Muddimer Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and enjoy their time in this warm and homely setting. They are supported well by the kind and knowledgeable staff. Children settle quickly and make good progress in their learning. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and enjoy their time in this warm and homely setting. - Staff encourage children to share and take turns from a young age. - Leaders have a clear curriculum that focuses on children's communication and language skills. - Children's physical development is supported well by staff. - Partnerships with parents are positive. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen interactions with children to help them to sustain their interest and engagement in activities. Inspection #10363773 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50264244) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff complete accurate assessments of what children know and can do. They work closely together with parents and other professionals to ensure that children receive the support they need. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact on children's learning. Inspection history Date: January 2019 - November 2024 Good - January 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Westwards Nursery ### Whereabouts is Westwards Nursery? ### What stands out about the nursery’s care and learning? ### How is the staff team described? ### What size of nursery is Westwards Nursery? ### How are meals and snacks managed at Westwards Nursery? ## About the setting Westwards Nursery registered in 2017. The nursery employs 15 members of childcare staff, of whom 13 hold appropriate qualifications ranging from level 2 to level 6, including one with early years professional status and two who have qualified teacher status. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, except for public holidays and one week over the Christmas period. The nursery provides government funded places for children aged nine months to four years. 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