Campden Kids

Growing vegetables for lunch and turning a ladybird discovery into a bug hunt give Campden Kids a concrete, hands-on character. In May 2024, children tended plants in the garden and followed their curiosity into making insect houses and binoculars. Everyday discoveries became starting points for learning.

At its 14 May 2024 inspection, Ofsted rated the nursery Good, judged safeguarding effective and found that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities made good progress from their starting points. Campden Kids serves children aged 2 to 60 months and has 59 places in total, at Campden Crescent in Cleethorpes.

The early years foundation stage sets the framework for children's learning, development and care: play, conversation and everyday routines all contribute to their development.

In May 2024, activities followed children's interests, with practitioners adjusting what happened next rather than treating an activity as a fixed endpoint. The garden supported both exploration and food growing. Children could continue learning outdoors, giving physical activity and discovery a place alongside indoor experiences.

Language work in May 2024 included naming objects, revisiting words and encouraging children to express themselves verbally. Group activities gave children opportunities to retell stories and speak to others. Music also involved movement: children followed action songs and used sticks to mark the beat. These were practical ways to combine listening, coordination and participation.

In May 2024, key workers used their knowledge of individual children and familiar home routines to support settling. Learning was linked across room changes, helping children build on skills rather than start again with each move.

Support in May 2024 included strategies for children awaiting external involvement and guidance towards outside help for families. Parents received spoken feedback and updates through an online application. That combination connected the day's experiences with communication at home.

Self-care was woven into daily life in May 2024. Children practised fastening coats, pouring drinks and managing nose wiping with a mirror. A timer helped with turn-taking, while staff discussed emotions and modelled respectful behaviour. Small routines gave children opportunities to take responsibility for themselves and share resources with others.

The address is 20-22 Campden Crescent, Cleethorpes, DN35 7UL. Opening hours are 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year, with closure on Bank Holidays.

• Explaining safety. In May 2024, staff stopped indoor running or climbing but did not consistently explain the reasons or redirect that energy constructively. Ask how children now learn the reasons behind safety rules.
• Challenge for older children. Some activities in May 2024 needed further extension for older children and those ready for more demanding learning. On a visit, explore how practitioners adapt an activity when a child has already mastered it.
• Attendance arrangements. The nursery opens throughout the year on weekdays. Which booking pattern would match your family's working hours and your child's routine?

Campden Kids suits families who value learning through everyday discoveries, outdoor activity and growing independence. Its May 2024 experiences connected garden exploration, conversation and practical self-care in tangible ways. The two improvement priorities give a useful balance to that picture: safety explanations and sufficient challenge for children ready to move further deserve attention when choosing it.