Business Details
Outstanding Childcare in Bournemouth
Established as a leading childcare provider in Bournemouth, The Orchard Neighbourhood Nursery delivers exceptional early years education and care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' nursery prioritises a secure, stimulating environment where structured activities and creative play foster cognitive, social, and physical development. With a dedicated team of highly trained practitioners, we implement a dynamic curriculum aligned with the Characteristics of Effective Learning, ensuring individualised attention and continuous professional development.Our mixed-age group settings promote peer learning and language development, while our purpose-built outdoor spaces encourage exploration and physical activity. Committed to inclusivity, we provide tailored support for children with special educational needs, maintaining transparent communication with families to ensure holistic growth. As part of Plymouth CAST, we uphold rigorous standards of excellence, combining innovative teaching methodologies with a nurturing ethos to create a 'home from home' atmosphere that parents trust.
Services
Childcare
Nursery Rooms
Curriculum Planning
Ofsted-rated Services
Outdoor Learning
Highlights and features
- We are Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' in all areas
- Our practitioners complete regular professional development training
- We provide mixed-age group learning environments
- Our outdoor spaces are specifically designed for active learning
- We offer tailored support for children with special educational needs
What people say
Fantastic environment
Loving and caring staff
Amazing progress in speech
Supports special needs 100%
Team effort in child development
Services
Baby Room Care
Our Cherries Room provides specialist care for infants aged 3 months to 2 years, following individual routines while introducing sensory-rich activities. Staff use treasure boxes, musical instruments, and textured materials to stimulate early development, with a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio ensuring personalised attention and secure attachment formation.
Mixed Age Group Care
The Apples and Pears Rooms cater to 2-4 year olds in a mixed-age setting that promotes peer learning and social development. Through child-initiated play and adult-facilitated activities, we support language acquisition, mathematical concepts, and creative expression using open-ended resources and flexible learning environments.
Outdoor Learning
Our purpose-built garden offers year-round outdoor learning with canopies for all-weather access. Children develop motor skills through climbing, digging, and water play, while exploring nature and sustainability. The space includes a mud kitchen, sensory planting areas, and physical challenge equipment to support holistic development.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
What is your Ofsted rating?
We are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding' in all areas following our August 2022 inspection.
How do you support children with special needs?
We offer tailored support plans developed with parents and specialists, with staff trained in inclusive practices and accessible facilities.
What outdoor activities are available?
Our brand-new garden features physical play equipment, sensory areas, and a mud kitchen, designed to promote active learning and exploration.
How do you communicate with parents?
We maintain daily communication through eyLog records and face-to-face discussions, with formal progress reviews conducted regularly.
