A 'Good' Rating for our Wellingborough Nursery

22 October 2024

We are delighted to announce that following their first ever Ofsted inspection, Toad Hall Nursery Wellingborough has received a GOOD rating. This comes at the perfect time as we are also soon to be celebrating the nursery’s 1st birthday! 

We are delighted to announce that following their first ever Ofsted inspection, Toad Hall Nursery Wellingborough has received a GOOD rating. This comes at the perfect time as we are also soon to be celebrating the nursery’s 1st birthday!


The Inspector describes the nursery as “welcoming”, “well organised and equipped with a wide range of resources that contributes to children being motivated to explore and be curious.”


The report continues to detail the “clear, positive relationships between staff and children” and how “staff are positive role models”. Our supportive team are committed to providing each child with the very best care and learning experiences, with Ofsted identifying staff promoting children’s well-being and encouraging “children to be creative and follow their own ideas” which “promotes children’s confidence and self-esteem.”


At Toad Hall Nursery, we go the extra mile to work together with parents and carers to create a true childcare partnership. The reports recounts how “Parents are warmly welcomed into the nursery every day and staff give them detailed information about how their child has been and about the activities they have taken part in. Parents like the support the staff give them in relation to helping their children continue their learning at home. The effective partnership between parents and staff contributes to children receiving a consistent approach.”


Although the nursery and team are relatively new, the Inspector says “there is a clear team spirit and approach in this nursery. Staff work well together and feel valued and supported by the management team.” We are proud that this has been identified and excited for what it to come for this setting!


To read the full Ofsted report, click here.



To find out more about Toad Hall Nursery Wellingborough or to book a tour, please email wellingborough@toadhall-nursery.co.uk or call 01933 848982

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