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Windmill Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
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5.0(4 parent reviews) ·68 Bromsgrove Road, REDDITCH, B97 4RN · Worcestershire
Number of places
67 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Windmill Nursery, situated in Redditch, offers a nurturing environment for children, focusing on a holistic approach to early years education. The nursery is designed to stimulate young minds through a blend of engaging activities and child-led play, encouraging curiosity and development across all learning areas.

They aim to foster a love for learning in a safe and supportive setting, preparing children for their future educational journeys. The dedicated team at Windmill Nursery is committed to providing high-quality care, ensuring that each child feels valued and is given the opportunity to thrive both socially and academically.

The curriculum is thoughtfully planned to cater to individual needs and interests, promoting independence and confidence in every child.

Our ethos

Windmill Nursery focuses on a holistic approach to early years education, encouraging curiosity and development through child-led play. They aim to foster a love for learning in a safe and supportive setting, promoting independence and confidence.

What it's like

Children are relaxed and confident and demonstrate they feel safe in this welcoming and inclusive nursery. Children are fully occupied in activities of their choosing, listening intently while making play dough and exploring bath foam. They enjoy independent tasks and develop a love of books and stories.

Nurturing environmentChild-led playHolistic approach

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm for 50 weeks a year.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Windmill Nursery

Last inspected 27 July 2023

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 relaxed and confident and demonstrate they feel safe in this welcoming and inclusive nursery. Children are fully occupied in activities of their choosing, listening intently while making play dough and exploring bath foam. They enjoy independent tasks and develop a love of books and stories.

Inspector highlights

  • The leadership of the nursery is strong and effective, with high expectations and a clear vision for children's learning.
  • The manager and deputy have comprehensive knowledge of the children and closely monitor progress, providing additional support when needed.
  • Dedicated staff observe children, identify next steps, and plan ambitious activities linking to children's interests.
  • Communication and language development is a strength of the nursery, with staff skilfully asking questions and fostering interest in books.
  • Children learn to manage their emotions and behaviour with a strong focus on kindness and caring towards one another.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to enhance the outdoor learning environments for children under two and a half years of age to provide learning experiences that are rich, varied and stimulating, particularly for those children who prefer to learn outdoors
  • 2enhance the teaching of mathematics to help children to build further on what they already know
Inspection #10280300 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is strong. The manager and staff work closely with outside agencies to ensure targeted plans are in place to support children when gaps in learning are identified.

Outdoor space

The garden area for children over two and a half years of age is a hive of activity, which promotes children's curiosity and motivation to learn. Children enjoy the freedom to explore, run, climb, and use wheeled toys, and engage in sensory activities with fresh herbs. However, the garden area for children under two and a half years of age does not fully support children's learning potential, as staff have not yet developed the area to help to promote children's skills in all areas of learning, which impacts children who prefer to learn outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Windmill Nursery

5.0
(4)
Hannah Rowe
a year ago

My 1 year old is so happy here - staff are lovely and she always comes out with a massive smile.

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Danni Richards
3 years ago

My son who has SEN has been going to this nursery since he was 2 and they have been amazing and supportive all the way through. Would 100% recommend brilliant friendly staff and manager Michelle is great too. X

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Samantha Boots
4 years ago

Brilliant nursery my child and been there from 4 months old! Staff are amazing go above and beyond! I was sad when’s he left to go to big school,Michelle the owner is extremely flexible.

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lucie-jaide pearson
3 years ago

Top nursery my child is thriving they even have a soft play sensory room!

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Inspection history

Date: April 2010

  • July 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • January 2014Good
  • May 2013Good
  • April 2010Good

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