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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Windmill Day Nursery # Windmill Day Nursery in Thornton-Cleveleys Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 6 Church Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 2TZ · Lancashire Number of places 49 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Lancashire 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 Windmill Day Nursery, a family-run establishment in Thornton-Cleveleys, has been delivering childcare and education since 2001. Conveniently located on Church Road, opposite Thornton Medical Centre and near the historic Windmill, the nursery was rated "GOOD" in its latest Ofsted report. It prides itself on outstanding teaching quality and excellent practices, ensuring children make exceptional progress. The nursery boasts highly qualified and experienced staff who have collaborated for many years. Since May 2020, Windmill Day Nursery has fully adopted and embedded a modern "natural curiosity" technique, fostering a culture of awe and fascination in all areas of learning. This approach, combined with a warm and welcoming environment, allows children to thrive with individual care and attention from the dedicated staff. Our ethos At Windmill, since May 2020 we have fully embedded a modern “natural curiosity” technique – this involves practitioners creating a culture of awe and fascination in every area. What it's like Children enjoy coming to the setting to see staff and their friends and happily play together. They are confident to leave their parents at the door. Staff have formed strong relationships with children, and children enjoy the warmth, security and understanding of their key person. Family-run Ofsted "GOOD" rating Natural curiosity approach Experienced staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 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. ## Key facts Opening hours Early starts: 7.30-8am, 7.45-8am; Morning sessions: 8am-1pm, 9am-1pm; Afternoon sessions: 1pm-6pm, 1pm-5pm; Full days: 8am-6pm, 9-5pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2001 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Windmill Day Nursery Last inspected 5 March 2024 · Emma Barrow Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children enjoy coming to the setting to see staff and their friends and happily play together. They are confident to leave their parents at the door. Staff have formed strong relationships with children, and children enjoy the warmth, security and understanding of their key person. Inspector highlights - The management team has clear curriculum aims and knows what it wants staff to focus their teaching on to help children make progress. - Staff provide opportunities for children to learn about the community that they live in. - The staff support children to learn the skills they need for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well by the dedicated coordinator. - Parent partnerships are good, and parents report they are very pleased with the setting. Areas to develop - 1 place an even sharper focus on identifying children's next steps in learning to help staff further support their progress - 2 support staff to use spontaneous opportunities to promote children's thinking and problem-solving skills. Inspection #10317168 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243858) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Windmill Day Nursery Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10317168 Lead inspector Emma Barrow [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243858)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/502179) 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://www.windmilldaynurserythornton.co.uk/) 6 Church Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 2TZ Opening hours Early starts: 7.30-8am, 7.45-8am; Morning sessions: 8am-1pm, 9am-1pm; Afternoon sessions: 1pm-6pm, 1pm-5pm; Full days: 8am-6pm, 9-5pm [© 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#/-3.01455/53.87684/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Thornton-Cleveleys - [Day nurseries in Thornton-Cleveleys](/search?q=Thornton-Cleveleys) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=windmill-day-nursery-fy5-2tz-502179) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents report they are very pleased with the setting > They say staff are helpful and approachable Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well by the dedicated coordinator. She provides resources and guidance to help staff plan activities so that targeted support is given to close any gaps in learning. Staff work well with other professionals and successfully implement specific learning programmes designed to support children who need extra help to make the best progress possible. Outdoor space Children freely access the outdoors for fresh air and exercise. They help themselves to a snack of milk, water and a variety of fruits. ## Parent Reviews of Windmill Day Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKWA6BmzoI7tJCqlxSBuqvQj0OYaAVYUCliDQHgPu9h3Q1m1Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mark Preston 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRbFlUc2d3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487b5ccc6bbad377:0x81a445ebea1f31f6) Reviews from Google for Windmill Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9341668406620795382&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2011 - March 2024 Good - May 2018 Outstanding - June 2015 Outstanding - November 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Windmill Day Nursery ### How did Windmill Day Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What kind of childcare setting is Windmill Day Nursery? ### Which funded hours does Windmill Day Nursery accept? ### What areas is the nursery focusing on improving? ## About the setting Windmill Day Nursery registered in 2001. The nursery employs 13 members of childcare staff. The manager holds early years professional status. There is one member of staff who holds an early years qualification at level 6, six members of staff at level 3 and three at level 2. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas. 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