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Woodland Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(May 2024)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·5 Harcourt Road, BOURNEMOUTH, BH5 2JG · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole
Number of places
23 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2024
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

About this day nursery

Woodland Day Nursery, situated in Southbourne, is dedicated to providing exceptional early years education for children aged between 2 and 5 years old. The nursery prides itself on its committed team, which strives to deliver outstanding childcare and educational experiences, a commitment that has been recognized with an "Outstanding" rating in their latest Ofsted inspection.

uk. Parents consistently praise the nursery for its nurturing environment, the significant development in their children's confidence and social skills, and the engaging, varied activities offered.

The staff are noted for their attentiveness, warmth, and dedication to creating a safe and loving atmosphere. Woodland Day Nursery offers flexible session times, operating 51 weeks a year, and provides a range of activities including music classes and drama.

They also assist with various government childcare funding schemes, making quality early education accessible to more families.

What it's like

The manager leads a team of highly motivated and dedicated staff and, as a result, children behave exceptionally well. Children are confident in their abilities, show persistence, and develop a sense of belonging and understanding of what makes them unique. Staff interactions are of a consistently high quality, and the curriculum and environment are well organised to ensure that children learn to take risks to develop their self-confidence.

Outstanding Ofsted ratingTop 20 Rated Day NurseryAges 2-5 Years OldFlexible session times

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per full day, morning, or afternoon session. Rates include breakfast, snacks, milk, sun cream, and extra activities. Lunches and teas are charged extra, or parents can provide a packed meal.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A non-refundable registration fee and a deposit of two weeks' fees are required to secure a place.
  • Monthly fees are due by the first of each month.
  • Fees include breakfast, snacks, milk, sun cream, and extra activities like music and drama.
  • Additional charges apply for lunch and tea, or children can bring a packed lunch or tea.
  • A 5% sibling discount is offered for siblings attending simultaneously.
  • Prices are subject to annual increases.

Key facts

Opening hours

8:00am - 5:15pm, 51 weeks a year, Monday-Friday (closed bank holidays and one week between Christmas and New Year, plus two team training days)

Age range

2-5 Years Old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full Day, Full Morning, Full Afternoon

Established

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Woodland Day Nursery

Last inspected 7 May 2024 · Lisa Large

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

The manager leads a team of highly motivated and dedicated staff and, as a result, children behave exceptionally well. Children are confident in their abilities, show persistence, and develop a sense of belonging and understanding of what makes them unique. Staff interactions are of a consistently high quality, and the curriculum and environment are well organised to ensure that children learn to take risks to develop their self-confidence.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager is passionate about giving all children the best start possible and plans a sharply focused curriculum.
  • Staff use assessment meticulously to quickly identify any gaps in children's development, and take swift action to close them.
  • The special educational needs and disabilities coordinator provides exemplary support for children with additional needs.
  • Staff support children to embrace diversity and to feel valued as individuals.
  • Staff skilfully weave the teaching of early mathematical concepts throughout the curriculum.
Inspection #10335675 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that staff are proactive in sharing information with them and regularly lend them resources to support their children's learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use assessment meticulously to quickly identify any gaps in children's development, and take swift action to close them. For example, they use targeted interventions to support children's attention and listening skills. The special educational needs and disabilities coordinator, who is also the manager, provides exemplary support for children with additional needs.

Outdoor space

Physical development is extremely well nurtured. Staff teach children to jump, balance and negotiate space. The curriculum and environment are well organised to ensure that children learn to take risks to develop their self-confidence. For example, children demonstrate strong core muscles as they stand on a stool and pour sand into a tube. Staff encourage children to stand in a square or triangle shape as they pass a ball to each other outside.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language benefit from recordings of speech in their home language, which they share with others. The manager ensures inclusivity from the start, providing information for parents in a variety of languages.

Parent Reviews of Woodland Day Nursery

5.0
(2)
Katie Huey
a year ago

So glad I moved my son to this nursery. The ofsted is outstanding. I love how each room has been set up for the children, they have a sensory room too and the garden area is a great size with Wendy house, stage and under cover area. The staff are all lovely. Definately recommend.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2024

  • June 2024Outstanding
  • May 2024Outstanding

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