Springfield Road Day Nursery Celebrates Outstanding Ofsted Rating  

We are so proud to share that Springfield Road Day Nursery has been rated Outstanding in every area following its latest Ofsted inspection!  

The inspectors described Springfield Road as “a vibrant learning environment that sparks children’s curiosity and engages their interest,” praising how our team inspires exploration, independence, and a genuine love of learning. 

Every corner of the nursery is designed to invite discovery, from babies exploring movement and balance as they take their first steps to older children expressing their creativity through art inspired by real artists and different media. Inspectors recognised how secure and nurturing key person relationships give children the confidence to explore and thrive. 

The report highlights how: 

• “Leaders develop an ambitious, detailed, progressive curriculum that builds precisely on what children already know and can do.” 

• “Children’s behaviour is exemplary and staff embed highly effective strategies which enable even the youngest children to understand and regulate their emotions.” 

• “The highly trained, dedicated staff provide stimulating, carefully planned experiences that inspire curiosity and create moments of awe and wonder for children each day.” 

Children’s learning is filled with joyful experiences, from exploring “space” through sensory storytelling to watching ice melt and discovering what is hidden inside. Books are everywhere, in the garden, in the home corner, and even in the kitchen, helping children fall in love with reading from the very start. 

Partnerships with families are at the heart of Springfield Road’s success. Parents described how well informed, supported, and included they feel, thanks to daily conversations, the nursery app, and “borrow bags” filled with ideas and resources to continue learning at home. 

Nursery Manager, Emily Ambrose King, shared her delight: 

“We are absolutely thrilled with our Outstanding result. Our team’s passion for creating inspiring learning experiences shines through every day, and this recognition reflects their dedication and care. It is a joy to see our children grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence, supported by such strong partnerships with our families.” 

Head of Early Years Practice, Katie Miller, added: 

“This is a truly well deserved achievement for the Springfield Road team. The nursery is alive with creativity and purposeful learning, and it is wonderful to see the inspectors recognise the exceptional practice that happens here every day. We are so proud of how our team continues to give children the very best start in life.” 

We are incredibly proud of our Springfield Road nursery family. This Outstanding result reflects the commitment, creativity, and care that our educators bring to every moment of nursery life. 

You can read the full Ofsted report here 50288867 

Together, we will continue to inspire curiosity, nurture confidence, and create joyful beginnings for every child at Springfield Road Day Nursery.