Age range
Babies to Preschool
Witham Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
Number of places
41 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Essex
About this day nursery
Belinda's Nurseries, conveniently located in Witham, focuses on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. Their approach is rooted in the belief that children thrive through play-based learning, fostering their natural curiosity and development.
The nursery prioritises strong partnerships with parents, viewing them as essential collaborators in each child's educational journey. Through open communication and shared goals, Belinda's Nurseries aims to create a supportive community where children feel secure, engaged, and ready to explore the world around them.
The curriculum is designed to be engaging and age-appropriate, encouraging holistic development across all areas. The nursery is committed to inclusivity, offering a 'Local Offer' to support children with special educational needs and disabilities.
With a dedicated team and a focus on enriching experiences, Belinda's Nurseries strives to lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and well-being.
Our ethos
We believe in the power of 'Learning through play' to foster children's development and natural curiosity. Our approach emphasises 'Working together with parents' to create a supportive and collaborative environment for each child's educational journey.
What it's like
Children settle into the nursery quickly and use visual timetables to understand what will happen next. They enjoy a range of resources, with younger children excitedly catching bubbles and older children using their imaginations to pretend to make meals. Children focus well on activities and learn to use tools purposefully, such as cutting paper with scissors, and are proud of their achievements.
Play-based learningParent partnershipInclusive environment
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Witham Nursery
Last inspected 11 March 2022
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 settle into the nursery quickly and use visual timetables to understand what will happen next. They enjoy a range of resources, with younger children excitedly catching bubbles and older children using their imaginations to pretend to make meals. Children focus well on activities and learn to use tools purposefully, such as cutting paper with scissors, and are proud of their achievements.
Inspector highlights
- Children develop their vocabulary, with staff introducing new words relevant to their interests.
- All children learn to complete tasks independently, including serving themselves at lunchtime.
- The dedicated staff team forms meaningful relationships with families and provides targeted support when needed.
- Staff support children to count confidently and encourage older children to add two sets of items together.
- Children are physically active and learn to take risks safely, with careful supervision from staff.
- Staff encourage children of different abilities to work together to learn from one another.
Areas to develop
- 1support the less experienced staff to provide children with clear explanations and encourage children to confidently share their knowledge with others.
Inspection #10127353 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children are carefully monitored and receive targeted and purposeful support when needed. Staff use additional funding the nursery receives to support children's emotional development, helping children to quickly catch up with their peers. Children learn to share their feelings with others around them.
Outdoor space
Children are physically active and learn to take risks safely. For instance, they climb up play equipment and persevere as they try to climb back down. Children embrace changes staff make to outdoor activities, such as sitting under a large parachute that covers the top of the climbing frame to sing songs.
Inspection history
Date: August 2011
- March 2022Good
- November 2015Outstanding
- August 2011Good
Frequently asked about Witham Nursery
About the setting
Witham Nursery registered in 2004. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff, with 11 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. It opens from Monday to Friday all year round, from 8am until 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- EY295639
- Registered person
- Wakelin, Belinda Frances
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Outstanding
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