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The Play Pit Day Nursery

Day nursery

We provide safe and secure premises where we can promote a kind and loving atmosphere. It is important for children to feel happy and comfortable to learn and open up to the learning experience. Children develop at their own pace and we value this. Children are treated as an individual with their own personality. We encourage the children to develop independence, but we also value teamwork, sharing and discipline. The early years are spent "learning by doing" a fun time for growing and developing. This is achieved with praise and encouragement from our highly motivated and committed team of staff.

3 & 4 year old funding

Who to contact

Name
Sophie Conway or Donna Durrant
Position
Manager
Address
Holly Lodge
9 Brownlow Road
Felixstowe
Suffolk
Postcode
IP11 7EX
Telephone
01394 276005
Email
theplaypit123@yahoo.com

Venue Details

Venue
Holly Lodge
Address
9
Brownlow Road
Felixstowe
Suffolk
Postcode
IP11 7EX
View IP11 7EX on a map
Venue Email
theplaypit123@yahoo.com
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
We have a large driveway which is available for parents use when dropping off and collecting their children.
Transport
Both the train station and bus station are within walking distance of the nursery.
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30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Vacancies

Last updated
14/09/2023
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Other information
Play Pit Day Nursery is currently full for Babies, Toddlers and 2 year olds in September 2023. We have very limited spaces remaining for 3 and 4 year old in September 2023. All other ages are running a waiting list.

Days & times

Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 17:30

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - This setting has level access to their premises.
Cultural provisions
Yes - We strive to celebrate the festivals of different religions. We have vast experience of working with children and their families with English as an additional language.
Individual dietary needs
Yes - We aim to cater for all diets. Our cook is very knowledgable on different dietary requirements and is able to cater for these.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes - We have a wide range of additional needs experiences, please see our 'local offer' section for more information.
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Aspergers Syndrome
Asthma
Autistic spectrum
Cerebral Palsy
Colostomy Bag
Communication difficulties
Downs syndrome
Dyslexia
Eczema
Emotional needs
Global Delay
Hearing Difficulties
Hypermobility
Learning difficulties
Motor impairment
Physical impairment
Serious allergy
Severe dietary needs
Social development impairment
Speech and language difficulties

Costs

Details
Please contact the nursery for up to date prices. We offer discounts for siblings.

Other Details

Facilities
Accessible parking, Arts and crafts, Baby facilities, CCTV, Climbing frame, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Garden, Healthy eating, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Playroom, Private changing area, Quiet area, Sensory play equipment, Sleeping area, Slide, Take children on outings, Vegetable patch
School pickups
Fairfield Infant School (Felixstowe)
Colneis Junior School (Felixstowe)
Further information about pick-ups
We offer a collection service in the afternoons. We collect them after-school and we are able to keep them in our care until 5.30pm. After school we provide a snack, fresh fruit and drink. We also have games and activities for our school children after school.
Cater for over 8s
Yes
Age Range
From 0 Year(s) 1 month(s)
To 11 Year(s) 11 month(s)
Offers Tax Free Childcare
Yes

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
251782
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
09/07/2007IntegratedGood
09/02/2009Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
10/12/2012Inspection (Early Years Register)Inadequate
09/10/2013Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
31/01/2017Inspection (Early Years Register)Requires Improvement
19/12/2017Re-inspection (Early Years Register)Good
03/07/2023Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Support for people with disabilities

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

At the Play Pit we have two SENDCo’s who have completed the NASEN SENCo award who work together to provide positive outcomes for children identified as having a special need and/or disability. We have a wealth of experience in working with children with varying needs from medical, behavioural and physical. We are happy to discuss your child's specific needs, and are of course willing to access any relevant training when necessary should your child begin attending our setting. We have created strong links with the local health visiting team, Speech and Language therapy team, occupational therapists and work closely with Suffolk County Council when specific needs are identified.

We have vast experience of applying for EHCP’s for our families, as well as Annual Reviews.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. 

Contact
Sophie Conway or Becky Flower
Telephone
01394 276005
Email
theplaypit123@yahoo.com
Conditions Supported
Autistic spectrum conditions
Communication difficulties

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