The Barn Day Nursery
Services and organisations that have the Local Offer flash have filled out inclusion information, meaning that they meet the needs of people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
In 2004, we opened our doors, moving from our previous premises (Tregenna Castle and subsequently Connaught). We have been in the community of St Ives for just over 30 years; we are highly fortunate to have managers that have worked in this industry for well over 40!
Jan (one of the nursery owners) set up shop in St Ives back in 1993 with Louise (a native to St Ives!) and our Cornish teacher Sue. The nursery owners, coming from a land-locked county (Birmingham), found that the opportunities that are available locally are second to none; we have (we feel) the best beaches in the world and wonderful woodlands on our doorstep which is why we have chosen to weave an outdoor focus within our curriculum. Joe joined our nursery back in 2011 and ultimately achieved Early Years Teacher Status in 2019; a highly prestigious award. He works closely with all staff to improve outcomes for all children.
In 2018, St Erth Nursery (previously St Erth Childcare Centre) joined our family of nurseries with whom we share a wealth of knowledge, resources and expertise.
Who to contact
- Contact name
- Louise, Joe or Jan
- Contact position
- Managers
- Telephone
- 01736 793150
- thebarnnursery@tregennanurserygroup.co.uk
- Website
- thebarndaynursery.co.uk/
- The Barn Day Nursery's facebook page
Where to go
- Name
- The Barn Day Nursery
- Address
-
Higher Tregenna Road
St. Ives
Cornwall - Postcode
- TR26 2BA
Other details
Costs
- Details
- We charge differing rates for babies (under 2) , 2 - 3 year olds and 3 & 4 year olds. Please e-mail or call for up to date prices.
- Do you offer a free or reduced rate to carers?
- No
Inclusion within our setting
Wheelchair access
- Has provision
- Yes
- Details
- This is limited to the ground floor due to space constraints
Dietary needs
- Has provision
- Yes
- Experience with
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Vegetarian
Egg intolerance
Nut allergy
Dairy free - Details
- We cater for children with allergies, intolerances and preferences. These include (but are not limited to): -Dairy -Nuts -Vegan -Vegetarian -Pescatarian -Gluten Free
Cultural provisions
- Experience with
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Yes would have an understanding
Multi cultural training
All children are welcome in our home. - Languages spoken
English
Pet provisions
- Are there any pets at the setting?
- No
Childcare information
Vacancies
- Immediate vacancies
- No
- Date updated
- 24/02/2020
Funded places
- 3 & 4 year old funding
- Yes
- 2 year old funding
- Yes
30 hours free childcare
- Offering up to 30 hours free childcare
- Yes
- 30 hours partner details
- St Erth Nursery
Opening times & facilities
- Opening times
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Opening times Day Opening time Closing time Monday 8:15 16:00 Tuesday 08:15 16:00 Wednesday 8:15 16:00 Thursday 8:15 16:00 Friday 8:15 16:00
School pickups
- Offers pickups
- No
- Schools
- St Uny CE School
- Details
- St Uny drop off at the nursery for after school Nancledra drop off at the nursery after school
Ofsted information
- Ofsted URN
- EY273184
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
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Inspection History Inspection Date Inspection type Inspection Outcome 04/06/2007 Integrated Good 04/03/2010 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 09/03/2015 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 24/07/2017 Inspection (Early Years Register) Outstanding 09/03/2023 Inspection (Early Years Register) Outstanding
Inclusion details
- SENCo name
- Autumn
Early Years Local Offer response
- Systems and strategies we have in place to identify children that may require additional support
Regular assessments via Tapestry online/digital learning journals. Before the age of 3, when in our care, all children will have a '2 Year Progress Check'. This is used to identify children's' developmental milestones. We also carry out termly progress checks and offer termly parent consultations.
- How we identify and support children's learning and development needs
Observations and assessments via learning journals, consultation with parents, staff meetings. Our qualified Sendco closely observes and monitors all children's progress. Where additional support is identified, this is communicated with parents and plans are agreed.
- Links we have to other agencies
Regular contact with Senior Locality Sendco, Early Help Hub, Speech and Language Therapy, occupational therapy etc.
- How we support children transferring to school
We have exceptional links with all local schools. We offer transition
Learning and development
- Specialist skills or training our staff have
reSome staff have completed the visuals training course and use the appropriate visual aids within the setting. Some staff have undertaken Makaton training and Joe Greenfield is lead Makaton practioner. Joe Greenfield and Autumn at the setting SENDco's and have completed the 2 day SENDCO training.
- Support we offer regarding children's health and well-being
We have just begun providing lunches for the children and always choose balanced, healthy options. - we go out every day regardless of weather. Babies go out in specialized 4 seater buggy for a daily walk. Toddlers also use this. We use the school playing field for large motor exercise. We ensure a medical needs assessment is carried out on induction if there are issues to address. Sports for Tots sports coaching lessons for 3-5 year group are held weekly and ensure lots of physical play. Settling in sessions are offered to ensure children are integrated into nursery gradually. Key person system ensures children's attachment needs are met.
- Ways we inform parents about how their child is being supported
Termly consultation sessions. IEP/ILP'S are written with SENDCO and parents and signed to ensure agreement all round. Additional support that is highlighted as necessary is sought via the Inclusion or Speech and Language services with parental consent. We feedback to parents daily when they pick up their child/ren.
- Our complaints policy
We have a full complaints policy which is available via e-mail on request
Welfare
- Alterations we have made to make our building accessible
Ramp to access front door Disabled toilet Decking area at the side of the building to make accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
- Facilities we have for personal care
Changing areas in the toddlers and babies are in the room Toilet facilities upstairs and downstairs with hand wash basins
- Specialist resources we have
Sensory equipment and experiences provided for younger children.
- How we include all children in activities, such as trips
Our mini bus has car seats to enable us to take children on trips. We have asked parents to provide additional equipment when needed. Where children need one to one support we ask for parent helpers or apply for additional funding to provide this.
Access
Last updated: 09/11/2023