Bulwell Childcare

Steadfold Close, Crabtree Estate, Bulwell, Nottingham NG6 8AX
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8.6 21 Reviews
Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2019, the Early Years Alliance Bulwell Childcare Centre Nursery offers quality childcare for up to 54 children between the ages of 6 weeks -11 years.

The committed and friendly team of practitioners provides children with a variety of learning opportunities which follow the early years foundation stage (EYFS) and they are encouraged to learn through play.

The nursery is open from 8.00 am to 5.30 pm during term time.

The nursery is fortunate enough to be situated inside a previous Children's Centre where they have lots of lovely space including an outside area to play in.

The nursery is split into three rooms. The first room is called "The Little Stars" where the children age from 6 weeks to 2 years old. The second room is the 'Little Treasures' room where they take children from 2 until 3 years of age.

Then when staff feel the children are ready and parents are happy they move them into the 'Little Explorers' room where children can stay until they are 5 years of age.

Environments are very welcoming with home from home style and lots of natural resources that are used to create inviting, exciting, imaginative and explorative spaces to engage all of the children.

The focus is on the children's own interests and staff work closely with all families all of the time. Nothing is too much trouble and they are always on hand to help whenever they can.

There is also an after-school club and staff do a school pick up from Crabtree Farm Primary school next door.
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Care Provided by Bulwell Childcare

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Liza Woodward (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 8
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1096526
  • Total Places for Children
  • 54
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-17:30
    Tuesday 08:00-17:30
    Wednesday 08:00-17:30
    Thursday 08:00-17:30
    Friday 08:00-17:30
  • When Closed
  • School Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Bulwell Childcare

  • £49.00 Full Day
    £25.00 Am Session Toddlers
    £22.00 Am Session Preschool
    £11.00 Afterschool Club
  • Parking

  • There is restricted parking however you can park on Clayfield Close which is just a road next to them.


Bulwell Childcare Reviews (21)

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8.6

Bulwell Childcare has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.601) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bulwell Childcare has 21 reviews.

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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 2 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I take my daughter here and it's amazing, the staff are lovely, and my daughter really enjoys going, it's a wonderful nursery to which not only will my daughter keep attending but next year my son will also attend the same nursery

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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.601)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.601) out of 10 for Bulwell Childcare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.638 for Bulwell Childcare is calculated as follows: ( (37 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 58 Ratings = 4.638

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 3.963 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bulwell Childcare is based on 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.5

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 54 number of registered child places is 10.8. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.8 = 0.463

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: Early Years Alliance

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: Early Years Alliance

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2020

Recipient: Early Years Alliance

Date: Tuesday 31 Mar 2020 More details

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Meet the Team (12)

Liza

Liza Woodward

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2011

I have a son as well as over 10 years of experience in the Early Years sector. I gained my NNEB certificate in 1998 and have loved working at Bulwell Childcare and being a part of building it up to a reputable nursery where all our children and families love coming each day.

I have a fantastic team all with various skills that together we make it a home from home, a happy place to be and where all our children flourish. Nothing is ever too much trouble we can always find a way to make things work for our families from flexible childcare times to funding places and additional hours. Just ask!

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Sarah

Sarah Toseland

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2020

I joined Bulwell Childcare in March 2020 from one of our other settings as Deputy Manager having worked for the alliance for over 15 years. I am NVQ Level 3 qualified and have lots of experience and ideas. I have my own Children and Grandchildren which has given me lots of my own experience to bring to Nursery. I can't wait to get stuck into the Outdoor space as I have lots of ideas to bring to it.
I share the vision that Bulwell Childcare has and can't wait to help improve the setting where possible. Our families are very important to me and I am here for them if they need me.

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Chloe

Chloe Toseland

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2016

Hi, I have a National Diploma in Early Years & Education which I gained in 2016. I have been working with Bulwell Childcare ever since and with the support of a good team, I have grown in confidence and knowledge. I have a child of my own so understand how hard it can be to leave them in childcare. I am a passionate worker who just loves being a part of the development of all the little ones we are involved in within the nursery. Supporting them and their families' emotional well-being is a real strength of mine. I can support all our new children, as well as hold the hands of our parents as they leave their babies for the first time. I currently work in The Little Explorers room.

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Lyndsey

Lyndsey

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2013

I am a mother of two boys and currently hold an NVQ Level 2 in Early Years. I enjoy working with the slightly older children at the nursery so work in the 'Little Explorers' room. I enjoy the outdoors and am always full of energy and enthusiasm when at work. I have helped create some wonderful areas in our room and we are always sharing ideas with staff and children so that we keep their interest alive!

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Joanne

Joanne Watson

Job Title: Early Years Educator and SENCO

Joined: 2010

I am a mother of two boys and I love working with children of all ages. I am also the SENCO worker for Bulwell Childcare and have a real passion for helping those children that need a little extra support. I have a level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Early Years and have been working with children for over 10 years now. I love it! You can currently find me having fun in The Little Explorers room.

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Emelia

Emelia Turner

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2019

I joined Bulwell Childcare in December 2019 as an Apprentice. Working with Children has always been something I was keen to do and I am very passionate about doing my best for the children at Nursery. I have now completed my Level 2 qualification and am working towards gaining my level 3 qualification. During my time here I have worked with children of all ages from our very littlest in The Little Stars room to our Afterschool Club children. I really like spending time with them all and making their time with us enjoyable. I am based in The Little Explorers Room.

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Kelly

Kelly Woodward

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2022

I previously worked at Bulwell Childcare and did my training here, starting as Bank Staff before reaching Deputy Manager. I then decided to have a career change which took me out of childcare completely. I returned back to childcare this Summer after a break of 5 years and have slipped right back into Nursery life so much so it feels like I haven't been away. I am passionate about helping our children develop during their time with us and as a Mother and Grandmother know what it's like looking after little ones so am always available to offer help and advice if needed. I am based in The Little Treasures Room.

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Lisa

Lisa Line

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2021

I joined Bulwell Childcare with lots of previous experience working in childcare. I have worked in other Nurseries and as a Childminder for over 23 years. I am NVQ level 3 Qualified and I have children (all grown up) of my own. I have also worked with children with additional needs. I am a really loving, caring person and just adore working with some of our younger children. I love nothing more than spending time with our little ones at Small World activities and watching their Language and Social skills develop. I am based in The Little Treasures Room.

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Ivy

Ivy Lam

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2021

I grew up in Hong Kong and joined the nursery originally as Bank Staff. I have lots of experience in my home country and am enjoying learning all about the British culture and way of life. I quickly settled into Nursery life and when the chance came along to join the team full time I took it. I enjoy nothing more than sitting with a group of children looking at story books or having a conversation in the cosy area. I am based in The Little Treasures Room.

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Rhiannon

Rhiannon Hedley

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2021

I started working at Nursery as Maternity Cover, I enjoyed my time here so much that when the opportunity to stay permanently came along I grabbed it with both hands. I have a Level 3 diploma and came to work at Bulwell Childcare straight from achieving my qualification. I love to get messy with the children and encourage them to use their creative side.  I have worked with all ages since being here and really enjoy helping them bring out their creativity. I am also training to become a SENCO as helping all children is something I am passionate about. I am currently based in the Little Treasures Room.

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Shannon

Shannon Grundy

Job Title: Early Years Apprentice

Joined: 2022

I started working at Bulwell Childcare as part of the government's kickstart scheme. I really enjoyed working with the children and the team so I jumped at the chance to join the alliance's apprenticeship scheme. If I see one of our little ones feeling a little sad I find ways to help bring a smile back to their faces, whether that's having a snuggle or playing at an activity they enjoy. Seeing the smile come back to their face makes my day! I am based in our Little Treasures room but I also help Zuzana in our Little Stars room.  

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Zuzana

Zuzana Holodnakova

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2018

I am a mother of one boy and one girl and can speak Slovak, Polish, Czech and English. I qualified with a level 3 Diploma in Childcare in 2012 and haven't looked back. I have enjoyed working with all ages and am pleased I have had the chance to use my languages to support some of our families in Bulwell Childcare. I am a very conscientious worker and always go over and above in anything I do. Being a part of each of our key children's lives is a real privilege and documenting their progress to share with families after is something I really enjoy too. It's great we have a lovely friendly team who always pull together when the need arises. Fun and family are always at the heart of what we do. I am currently based in The Little Stars Room.

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