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Little Acorns Childcare

Day nursery

Our Mission -

At Little Acorns, we believe all children are unique individuals.

We aim to provide a safe, awe-inspiring, nurturing environment for them to explore and develop.

Our inclusive provision embeds tolerance and respect as part of everyday life and encourages the children to listen and have their voices heard, to show compassion and to celebrate achievements

Little Acorns Childcare is held in a bright, well-lit, well-ventilated and spacious hall and is linked to Beacon Church. 

Children are cared for in age-appropriate areas within the hall. We believe children benefit most through using play as a basis for early learning; accordingly, we provide a wide variety of experiences and activities.

These activities are planned around each individual child's interests and in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, which lay the foundation for children’s future learning. We are fully inclusive of all children’s needs ensuring they are supported individually to make progress at their own pace.

We have strong links to local primary schools and professional agencies ensuring good transitions and quick identification of children’s additional needs. We have two purpose-built outdoor play areas, which allow children to have fun whilst aiding their physical development. We are a warm and friendly team who work together to ensure the happiness of our children, our staff are qualified and experienced in childcare and are always happy to answer any questions you may have. We have an open-door policy so please feel free to contact us for a socially-distanced visit.

We are also home to Bury Baby Bank who help support local families in crisis.

3 & 4 year old funding Ofsted grade: Outstanding

Who to contact

Name
Katrina Rose
Position
Manager
Address
Beacon Church
Oakes Road
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
Postcode
IP32 6PX
Telephone
01284 756588
07584563696
Email
littleacornschildcare@beaconchurchuk.org
Website
https://littleacornschildcare.org
Social Media
 Find us on Facebook
Charity Commissioning Number
1031114

Venue Details

Venue
Beacon Church
Address
Oakes Road
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
Postcode
IP32 6PX
View IP32 6PX on a map
Venue Email
littleacornschildcare@beaconchurchuk.org
Venue Website
http://www.beaconchurchuk.org
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
Ample car parking available
Transport
Bus stops in close proximity to the setting
Restrictions to access
Wheelchair / pushchair accessible
Notes

Bus every 30 minutes.

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Vacancies

Last updated
28/02/2024
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Other information
Please contact Little Acorns Childcare for places available for 2, 3 and 4 year olds

Days & times

Monday to Friday: 0800 - 1600

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - This setting has level access to their premises.
Cultural provisions
Yes - Our setting is open to all children regardless of race, religion, culture or ability.
Individual dietary needs
Yes - Lunches are provided by parents of those children staying for the lunch club. A healthy snack is offered during each session. Children with allergies are catered for i.e. gluten/dairy-free.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes - SENCO plus Sen Support staff
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Aspergers Syndrome
Asthma
Autistic spectrum
Cerebral Palsy
Challenging Behaviour
Communication difficulties
Diabetes
Downs syndrome
Dyslexia
Eczema
Emotional needs
Global Delay
Hearing Difficulties
Hypermobility
Learning difficulties
Mentally Disabled
Motor impairment
Physical impairment
Serious allergy
Severe dietary needs
Social development impairment
Speech and language difficulties
Visual impairment

Costs

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£5.00
£18.50
£3.00
£18.50
£5.00
Consumables charge - £1.00 per 3 hour AM/PM session
Details
New starters are required to pay one month's fees when registering. Fees are then due monthly in advance

Other Details

Facilities
Accessible parking, Arts and crafts, Baby facilities, CCTV, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Garden, Healthy eating, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Pet fish, Playroom, Private changing area, Quiet area, Sensory garden, Sensory play equipment, Sleeping area, Slide, Soft play area, Take children on outings, Trampoline, Vegetable patch, Village walks
Cater for over 8s
No
Age Range
From 2 Year(s) 3 month(s)
To 4 Year(s) 0 month(s)
Age Groups
Pre-school
Notes

 

 

Offers Tax Free Childcare
Yes

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY294901
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
16/09/2005IntegratedSatisfactory
19/05/2009Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
04/03/2015Inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding
21/11/2019Inspection (Early Years Register)Requires Improvement
15/07/2021Re-inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding

Support for people with disabilities

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

We have in place the following:

  • Wheelchair access including ramps
  • We adjust the room layout to accommodate the children's individual needs
  • Posters, displays and resources showing people with differing abilities
  • Specific SEN resources to meet individual needs ie visual timetables, PEC cards, Now & then boards
  • Use of Makaton - our staff are Makaton trained
  • 1 to 1 support when needed
  • Translated letters and information for children with EAL
  • Planning for each child's individual needs
  • Social Communication & Interaction Groups
  • Staff trained to use intensive interaction
  • SenCo and Sen Support on hand at all times with training updated regularly
Contact
Susan Edwards
Telephone
01284 756588
Email
littleacornschildcare@beaconchurchuk.org
Conditions Supported
Autistic spectrum conditions
Communication difficulties
Health conditions
Learning difficulties
Mental health conditions
Physical disabilities
Sensory impairments

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