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Woodpeckers Nursery # Woodpeckers Nursery in Canterbury Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Conyngham Lane, Bridge, Canterbury, CT4 5JX · Kent Number of places 30 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Kent 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 Woodpeckers Nursery, nestled within the grounds of Bridge and Patrixbourne CEP School in the East Kent village of Bridge, provides a secure, joyful, and engaging atmosphere for children aged 1 to 4. The nursery embraces an "in the moment planning" approach, where learning opportunities are crafted based on the children's individual interests, experiences, and developmental needs. They integrate termly themes into various daily activities, including storytelling, crafts, games, and singing, ensuring a cohesive and immersive learning experience. A strong emphasis is placed on fostering connections with families and the local community, promoting explorations within the village. The nursery is dedicated to a learning-through-play philosophy, providing a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, with days structured to be both engaging and tailored to each age group. Our ethos At Woodpeckers Nursery we are lead by the interests of our children using in the moment planning to extend learning opportunities tailored to their ages, experiences, interests and needs. Termly themes are set which flow through all parts of the day including storytime, crafts, games and singing. We pride ourselves on our engagement with families and our local community and love to explore our village. What it's like Staff create a homely, warm and friendly atmosphere. The provider ensures children's well-being and enjoyment are at the heart of everything they do. Staff listen to children's ideas for activities and use their interests to inform planning, helping children to become confident, happy learners. Learning through play Community engagement Individualised learning In-the-moment planning ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age band and session type. Rates are available on an hourly basis or via half-day, standard day, and extended day packages. Funded sessions attract standard hourly charges for any non-funded hours utilised. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are billed monthly in advance at the start of each month. - No refunds are issued for child sickness or holidays. - One month's notice is required to drop a session. ## Key facts Food Children bring packed lunches, or parents can order lunch from Bridge School. Nut products are prohibited due to allergies. Opening hours Extended day session 8am-6pm; Full day session 8.30am-3.30pm; Morning session 8.30am-12.30pm Session types Extended day session, Full day session, Morning session Age range 1-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Woodpeckers Nursery Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10359709 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263091)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/127785) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=woodpeckers-nursery-ct4-5jx-127785) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Woodpeckers Nursery Last inspected 6 November 2024 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 Staff create a homely, warm and friendly atmosphere. The provider ensures children's well-being and enjoyment are at the heart of everything they do. Staff listen to children's ideas for activities and use their interests to inform planning, helping children to become confident, happy learners. Inspector highlights - Children benefit from a carefully planned curriculum. - Adult-led group times are highly successful at supporting children to make targeted progress. - Children are immersed in a language-rich environment. - Staff explore different rules with the children, helping them to think about and understand why they are important. - Staff build close, trusting relationships with the children. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to more consistently extend and challenge children's learning during child-led play - 2 increase opportunities to celebrate the cultural backgrounds of children who attend to further enhance their self-identity and awareness of similarities and differences. Inspection #10359709 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263091) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report feeling listened to and included in their child's journey. > They have full trust that together they will support their child to make the progress they are capable of. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are sensitive to individual needs and give children the time and patience they need to master their next steps in learning. Staff put small, achievable targets in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space The report does not provide specific details about the outdoor space or how children use it for physical play. ## Parent Reviews of Woodpeckers Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW-hUNhh6dL8P1ZvC-GRYINpHFZUIyP3867F9CoAC2-yXWhs2Yh=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Anthony Collett a month ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT205UVlsOVpSVXh5Wm1STmVqbDFja2x0TkZwM1JWRRAB!2m1!1s0x47dec9fcf7343a37:0x82302dd5e86952bc) Reviews from Google for Woodpeckers Nursery. 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