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Willowdene Nursery School # Willowdene Nursery School in Chichester Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · 1 Tangmere Road, Tangmere, Chichester, PO20 2HW · West Sussex Number of places 78 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Willowdene Nursery School, established in 1990, offers childcare for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery focuses on fostering a love of learning and curiosity, encouraging children to think, question, explore, and create. They aim to inspire social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development at each child's individual pace, within a secure, happy, and stimulating environment. The curriculum incorporates the arts, with activities like painting and dancing, and emphasises outdoor play in their charming garden, which features a variety of resources. Imaginative play is also a key component, with specially designed spaces for role-playing and other activities linked to current topics and themes throughout the term. Our ethos Willowdene Nursery School "focuses on fostering a love of learning and curiosity, encouraging children to think, question, explore, and create." They aim to "inspire social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development at each child's individual pace," incorporating arts, outdoor play, and imaginative play. What it's like Children thoroughly enjoy their time at Willowdene Nursery School. They are excited to arrive and are greeted warmly by staff, forming strong and caring bonds. Children show a positive attitude to learning, benefiting from a curriculum strong in expression, personal skills, and vocabulary. They are confident, curious, and behave very well, learning to share and take turns. Established 1990 Focus on creativity and imagination Emphasis on arts and outdoor play Stimulating and secure environment ## Pricing & funding 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://www.willowdenenursery.com/) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am - 5:30pm Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1990 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Willowdene Nursery School Last inspected 26 May 2023 · Tina Lambert 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 thoroughly enjoy their time at Willowdene Nursery School. They are excited to arrive and are greeted warmly by staff, forming strong and caring bonds. Children show a positive attitude to learning, benefiting from a curriculum strong in expression, personal skills, and vocabulary. They are confident, curious, and behave very well, learning to share and take turns. Inspector highlights - Children show a positive attitude to their learning and benefit from a curriculum that has a strong focus on expression, personal skills and vocabulary. - Babies develop secure attachments with their key person. The staff in the baby room are skilled at supporting the youngest children's social and emotional well-being. - Staff feel well supported and appreciate the manager's commitment to their well-being. - Children are learning the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. - The manager and her staff have a secure knowledge and understanding of their role in keeping children safe. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's skills in planning for and engaging those children who are younger, quieter or less confident, to ensure that all children fully benefit from the learning opportunities available. Inspection #10285994 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221651) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Willowdene Nursery School Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10285994 Lead inspector Tina Lambert Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221651)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/113831) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=willowdene-nursery-school-po20-2hw-113831) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents say that the reflective and caring manager is a role model, who continually strives for improvement > staff comment that the manager is 'hands on', knowledgeable and passionate in her approach, which positively impacts the working environment > they say that they feel extremely valued and supported, and that the nursery is 'an inspiring and fun place to work' > parents comment that the nursery is a loving learning environment and say that the transitions to school are extremely well supported > parents appreciate that the staff 'go above and beyond' to support children to explore in a safe and secure environment Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children access the outdoors daily to gain fresh air and to be active. They ride bicycles, climb on apparatus and play chase with each other. ## Parent Reviews of Willowdene Nursery School 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXbqCzjTvqv2Iy1nHahrhVXZaQwKR9qfkPr7wzr_0jbTZaSn9yA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Sophia Negar Afshar 7 years ago They came recommended from a friend and we couldn't be happier with the services. Such a fantastic group of caregivers. We immediately fell in love when we walked in. My son is very happy going and makes me even happier. My second will definitely be going here as well. 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