Information for families in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Nemo's Nursery and Pre-School

Nemos is the perfect childcare environment where children feel happy, relaxed and safe. Housed in a beautiful large Victorian house which has been refurbished with a fantastic purpose built garden in Canford Cliffs. We are just a short distance walk from Branksome Chine and the finest blue flag beaches. We are perfectly situated with only a short drive from Bournemouth and Poole. We offer quality care for over 30 children daily and provide a wide range of activities to support and nurture their on-going development.
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Venue/Contact Details
Address
4 The Grove
4 The Grove
25 Forest Road
Poole
Postcode
BH13 6DQ
Directions
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Details
Childcare type
Day Nursery
Provision type
  • Childcare on Non-Domestic Premises
Overall limit on childcare numbers
39
Eligible to take 2, 3 & 4 year old entitlement
Yes
Facilities
  • Separate Baby Room
  • Computers
  • Meals Provided
  • Nappies Provided
  • Outdoor Play Area / Garden
  • Separate Sleeping Area
  • Visits and Outings
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Disabled Car Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Refreshments / Snacks
Times and Costs
Opening times:
Monday 08:30-17:30, Tuesday 08:30-17:30, Wednesday 08:30-17:30, Thursday 08:30-17:30, Friday 08:30-17:30
Availability
  • All Year Round
Costs:
Cost per day: £62.00, Cost per session: £42.00
Other Costs:
Under 2 years have a minimum of 3 sessions a week. 8.30am-12.45pm £42.00 1pm-17.30pm £42.00 8.30am-17.30pm £62.00 Our 2-5year olds have a minimum of 2 days a week. We now accept 3 year old funding. Please contact Nemo's for up to date information.
Ages, Booking Details and Referral Information
Ages:
From 0 years to 5 years
Referral route:
  • Self Referral
Referral process:
  • Join our waiting list
Vacancies and School Pick Ups / Drop Offs
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Vacancy information
Please contact Nemos on 01202 757563 for up to date availability for your child. We look forward to hearing from you.
Number of vacancies
2
Quality
Ofsted URN
Last Inspection Judgement
Good
Last Inspection Date
14/02/2020
Religious and Additional Needs Provision
Additional needs supported:
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  • Learning Difficulty
  • Medical Condition, including Allergies
  • Speech, Language & Communication Needs
Languages spoken
  • English
Religious / cultural provision:
As a setting we celebrate Christian holidays but have no strong religious ethos.
Special dietary provision
We currently cater for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free
SEND Local Offer SEND
Description:

How do you communicate with the parent / carer whose child has SEND?

  • Parents parent portal giving instant access to their child’s day

  • Daily handover at beginning and or end of day
  • IEP’s and Observations
  • Information board
  • Opportunity to speak with SENCO and outside agencies

How do you help children settle into your setting?

  • Professional and friendly team
  • Enabling environment
  • Welcome signs
  • Visual timetable if necessary
  • Flash cards
  • Settle form

What help and support does your setting offer to children with SEND as they move rooms or move on to school?

  • Transition sessions
  • Visuals for a change
  • Social story
  • Information sharing
  • Parents/carers are made aware of change in advance
  • School transition report

How do you find out how each child likes to learn?

  • Settle form

  • Information from parents
  • Observing the child

Inclusive practice / SEND training and expertise within this organisation

  • Experienced staff have extensive training in SEN

  • SENCo kept up to date with any changes from the borough
  • Use of Signalong
  • Staff meeting opportunities for SEN up-dates
Policies
Are your staff DBS Approved?
Yes
Do you have a First Aid Policy?
Yes
Do you have Public Liability Insurance?
Yes
Recognised as:
  • Tax Free Childcare Provider
  • 3 and 4 Year Old Early Education Provider
  • 30 Hours Free Childcare Provider
  • 2 Year Old Early Education Provider