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Zelda School # Zelda School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2022) · Holifield Farm, Bonallack Lane, Helston, TR12 6UJ · Cornwall Number of places 30 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Cornwall About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Zelda School, located in Helston, Cornwall, offers a unique educational approach for children aged 2 to 7. The school fosters independent, joyful, and driven children by immersing them in a natural learning environment. Emphasising outdoor play and project-based learning regardless of weather, Zelda School encourages active participation from parents and the broader community. The ethos centres on individual potential rather than comparative achievement. Zelda School welcomes applications and prioritises children who are already enrolled and wish to extend their hours, as well as siblings of current students. They also accommodate home-educating families. The school boasts an 'Outstanding' rating from its latest Ofsted inspection. Our ethos Zelda School's ethos centres on the individual potential of each child, aiming to foster independent, joyful, and driven learners. Their approach emphasises a natural learning environment with a focus on outdoor play and project-based learning, encouraging active community participation. What it's like Children excitedly greet their friends and eagerly explore the setting when they arrive. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make exceptional progress as the environment is extremely well planned and the curriculum brilliantly sequenced. Children seek adventures in the wonderful outside learning space. Focus on outdoor learning Project-based learning Community involvement OFSTED Outstanding ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged for full or half-day sessions. Full day rates include a morning snack and lunch, while half-day sessions run from 9.00am to 1.00pm. Funded places are subject to a daily consumable charge for cooked lunches and snacks. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Full day fees include morning snack and lunch. - Half day sessions run from 9.00am to 1.00pm. - A £5 charge is applied for cooked lunches and snacks for funded places. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm Age range 2-7 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2009 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Zelda School Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10062202 Lead inspector Sian Bath Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185804)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY389586) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=zelda-school-tr12-6uj-ey389586) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Zelda School Last inspected 11 May 2022 · Sian Bath 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 Children excitedly greet their friends and eagerly explore the setting when they arrive. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make exceptional progress as the environment is extremely well planned and the curriculum brilliantly sequenced. Children seek adventures in the wonderful outside learning space. Inspector highlights - Knowledgeable adults teach children to understand the world around them. - Adults brilliantly develop children's language skills throughout all activities. - Children develop a great understanding of different cultures. - Adults ensure that children are aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. - The manager and adults have excellent partnerships with parents. Inspection #10062202 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185804) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make exceptional progress as the environment is extremely well planned and the curriculum brilliantly sequenced. Children with SEND are particularly well supported. The manager shares strategies with the parents to ensure that everyone is supporting children in a consistent way. The manager has extremely effective working relationships with outside agencies. This ensures that children with SEND have the right support to make excellent progress. Outdoor space Children seek adventures in the wonderful outside learning space. Staff introduced more climbing and pulling activities, as well as writing opportunities to the outside learning space. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022 Date: October 2009 - May 2022 Outstanding - November 2015 Good - October 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Zelda School ### What curriculum approach does Zelda School use? ### What type of nursery is Zelda School? ### Where is Zelda School located? ### How can Zelda School be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Helston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Zelda School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.8 mi ### Garras Owlets Preschool Helston · TR12 6AY ](/nursery/garras-owlets-preschool-tr12-6ay-ey375766) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.5 mi ### Helitots Day Nursery Helston · TR12 7RH ](/nursery/helitots-day-nursery-tr12-7rh-ey444366) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Little Tree Woodland School Falmouth · TR11 5RF ](/nursery/little-tree-woodland-school-tr11-5rf-2501582) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Little Merlins Pre-school Helston · TR13 8DJ ](/nursery/little-merlins-pre-school-tr13-8dj-102854) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Lizard C.H.I.L.D Trust Helston · TR13 8AR ](/nursery/lizard-c-h-i-l-d-trust-tr13-8ar-ey223035) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Puffins Day Nursery Helston · TR13 0LW ](/nursery/puffins-day-nursery-tr13-0lw-103158) [See all nurseries in Helston →](/search?q=Helston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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