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Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School

Ruddington Grange, Wilford Rd, Nottingham, NG11 6NA

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Daily rateFrom £65.31 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity78 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingOutstanding

Ofsted · 2019-03-29

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About this Nottingham Nursery

Description

Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School in Nottingham provides a warm and nurturing environment for children aged three months to five years. Designed with busy families in mind, the nursery offers convenient opening hours from 07:30 to 18:00, ensuring a smooth and stress-free start to the working day. As an Ofsted-regulated setting, it combines traditional care with the excitement of outdoor discovery in its dedicated forest school area. The team focuses on creating a home-from-home atmosphere where little ones are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. Above all, Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is committed to supporting every family and helping each child reach their full potential.

What parents say about Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School

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Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is highly regarded by parents for its exceptionally caring and professional staff who create a warm, reassuring environment. Families praise the nursery's impressive outdoor facilities, particularly the on-site forest school which allows children to build confidence and physical skills in nature. Parents of infants often highlight the supportive induction process that eases the transition back to work. The curriculum is noted for being engaging and well-planned, fostering a genuine love for learning through creative play and storytelling. Overall, parents feel their children are thriving, safe, and part of a kind, inclusive community.
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Last inspected 29 March 2019

Inspection ID 10101289

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Regulator: Ofsted

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Frequently asked questions

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Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School costs from £65 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £797 per month or £9,570 per year. This is lower than the Rushcliffe average of £69 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £18, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £421 per month or £5,055 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School in Nottingham. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£444 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,329.£555 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,662.£666 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,994.£805 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,658.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,323.£1,082 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,989.£1,221 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,654.
9-11m£126 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,508.£199 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,391.£310 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,723.£421 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,055.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,388.£643 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,720.£776 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,315.
1y£126 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,508.£199 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,391.£310 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,723.£421 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,055.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,388.£643 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,720.£776 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,315.
2y£126 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,508.£199 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,391.£310 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,723.£421 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,055.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,388.£643 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,720.£776 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,315.
3y£126 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,508.£199 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,391.£310 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,723.£421 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,055.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,388.£643 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,720.£776 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,315.
4y+£126 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,508.£199 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,391.£310 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,723.£421 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,055.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,388.£643 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,720.£776 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,315.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School was last inspected by Ofsted on 29 March 2019 with an overall inspection result of Outstanding.
Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is registered for up to 78 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is open 7:30am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Book a visit by contacting Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School directly or using the enquiry form.
Browse nearby options using nurseries near NG11 6NA.
On average, nursery costs £69 per day in Rushcliffe, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Ruddington Day Nursery & Forest School ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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