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Holmwood House Nursery - CO6 4DX
Good£500£4,000
£20k£150k
Annual Saving
£6,710
Monthly Saving
£559
Saving %
31%
Holmwood House Nursery was inspected on 14 July 2022 under the legacy four-area framework (Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management), all graded as Good. This analysis maps those findings to the November 2025 seven-area framework. The nursery demonstrates strong foundational practice with effective staff-child relationships, well-planned activities based on children's interests, and robust safeguarding procedures. The primary area for development identified by the inspector concerns clarity of instructions and expectations for children, which impacts behaviour consistency and children's understanding of routines. The setting benefits from very effective leadership, strong parent partnerships, and excellent outdoor provision including access to a wooded area. Staff are well-supported and engaged in reflective practice.
Inspection Overview
Safeguarding
Met
Inclusion
Expected Standard
Curriculum and Teaching
Expected Standard
Achievement
Expected Standard
Behaviour, Attitudes and Establishing Routines
Expected Standard
Children's Welfare and Well-being
Expected Standard
Leadership and Governance
Expected Standard
Key Insights From The Inspection
Likes
SafeguardingRobust procedures and regular staff training on safeguarding
SafeguardingLocal authority contact information readily available and designated safeguarding lead provides regular knowledge quizzes
SafeguardingSafer recruitment procedures and good induction process with ongoing supervision
InclusionEach staff member knows their key group very well and focuses on different aspects of each child's learning through parent discussions
Areas for improvement
InclusionDevelop more explicit inclusion strategies and adaptations for children with additional needs
InclusionEnsure consistent communication approaches across all staff to support all learners
InclusionDocument and track progress for children with diverse learning needs
Curriculum and TeachingProvide more precise and consistent instructions to children about expectations and routines
Availability & Fees
Fees at this nursery vary depending on age.
Funding options are available from the government website.
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Location of Holmwood House Nursery - CO6 4DX
151 Coach Road, Great Horkesley, CO6 4DX
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