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Downside Nursery

Ofsted: GoodNursery

The Old School Room, Downside Road, Downside, Cobham, KT11 3NA

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

37 children

Key details

Capacity

37 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

Downside Nursery was inspected by Ofsted on 9 June 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Children flourish in the small, welcoming and cosy nursery. A strong emphasis is on supporting children's well-being and promoting outdoor learning in the natural environment. Time is given to ensure children feel safe, secure and settled."

Key strengths

  • Managers have designed an aspirational curriculum that is implemented in a well-sequenced way throughout the nursery.
  • Staff support children's hand-eye coordination superbly.
  • Mathematical language is woven into children's activities and play.
  • Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities with kindness and sensitivity.
  • Staff know the children well and provide a balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities.

Areas for improvement

  • review group activities to deepen children's level of engagement and maintain purposeful teaching.
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Location

The Old School Room, Downside Road, Downside, Cobham, KT11 3NA

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