About

Belsize Day Nursery

Belsize Day Nursery is a welcoming, community-based nursery located within Belsize Community Centre in Peterborough.

We provide high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 9 months to preschool age, supporting them through each stage of their development.

Our nursery is built on strong relationships, a caring environment and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Our Values

At Belsize, we focus on:

  • Building strong, secure attachments
  • Supporting communication and language development
  • Encouraging independence and confidence
  • Creating a calm, welcoming environment
  • Providing inclusive support for all children
  • Working closely with families

Our Approach

We believe children learn best when they feel happy, safe and understood.

Our open-plan environment allows children to explore freely while being supported by staff who understand their individual needs and interests.

We provide a balance of structured routines and child-led learning experiences that support children’s development in a natural and meaningful way.

A Message from the Manager

As Nursery Manager, I understand that choosing the right nursery is one of the most important decisions a parent will make.

At Belsize Day Nursery, we aim to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment where children feel confident, secure and ready to learn.

Penny French
Nursery Manager

⭐ What Ofsted Says About Us

We are proud of the feedback from our most recent Ofsted inspection, which reflects the strong, inclusive and caring environment we provide at Belsize Day Nursery.

Ofsted recognised that our setting provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where children feel secure, valued and supported in their development.

The nursery feels welcoming and supportive, and the staff really understand the children.

Parent

My child settled quickly and now loves coming every day.

Parent

We feel completely reassured leaving our child here. The staff are warm and caring.

Parent

My child settled quickly and now enjoys coming to nursery every day.

Parent

The environment feels calm and welcoming, and the staff really understand the children.

Parent

We’ve seen a big improvement in our child’s confidence and communication.

Parent

A Strong Focus on Inclusion

Ofsted highlighted our commitment to inclusion, stating that:

  • staff are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)
  • The nursery has a strong ethos that “everyone is welcome”
  • Children with additional needs are well supported and prioritised

Our team works closely with families and professionals to identify children’s needs early and put effective support in place, helping every child make progress.

Supporting Communication and Development

The inspection recognised the positive ways in which we support children’s learning and development.

Ofsted noted that:

  • Staff use a range of strategies such as visual supports and communication tools
  • Children develop their language and vocabulary through interactions and play
  • Staff adapt their approach to meet the needs of individual children

This ensures children are supported to communicate confidently and engage in learning.

Strong Relationships and Emotional Wellbeing

Ofsted found that:

  • Staff build secure and nurturing relationships with children
  • Children feel safe, settled and develop a strong sense of belonging
  • Staff respond sensitively to children’s needs and support their wellbeing

These strong relationships help children feel confident and supported throughout their time at nursery.

A Safe and Secure Environment

Safeguarding was judged to be effective, with Ofsted noting that:

  • There is a strong culture where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility
  • Staff understand how to keep children safe and respond to concerns
  • The environment is secure and well managed

This ensures children are protected and feel safe at all times.

Learning Through Play and Exploration

Ofsted observed that children:

  • Enjoy a stimulating and engaging environment
  • Develop skills through play, exploration and hands-on activities
  • Show curiosity, independence and increasing confidence

Children are supported to explore, create and learn in ways that are meaningful to them.

Preparing Children for the Future

The inspection recognised that children:

  • Develop independence in daily routines
  • Build social skills and learn to cooperate with others
  • Are supported in preparing for their next stage, including school

Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ofsted also recognised that our leadership team is reflective and committed to ongoing improvement.

We continually review our practice, support staff development and look for ways to further enhance children’s learning experiences.

⭐ Read Our Full Ofsted Report

We believe in transparency and welcome families to read our full inspection report.

View Full Ofsted Report