Rated Good by Ofsted
"Such a wonderful welcoming nursery. All the staff are incredibly warm and wonderful! My son loves them all like family, he is always excited to see what new adventures he will get up to. I couldn't wish for better people to take care of my child!"
Key Information
Why families choose Kindred Ruskington
At Kindred Ruskington Nursery and Pre-School, we have a real home-from-home feel that creates a gentle environment where our children feel secure and confident to explore. We have a wonderful team of longstanding staff, some of whom have been with us for over 10 years enabling us to build strong and consistent relationships with all our families.
Outdoor learning is at the centre of our daily adventures and come rain or shine we try to get outside as much as possible. Our large garden is full of engaging activities and the children love exploring the sensory rich mud kitchen, challenging themselves on the climbing apparatus, and getting creative in the loose parts area. We also have a dedicated planting area where we grow our very own fresh fruit and vegetables and learn all about healthy eating.
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Fees and Funding at Kindred Ruskington
We offer fees that are simple, transparent, and all-inclusive. We proudly accept all childcare funding schemes. Any extra hours of care beyond your funded hours are simply charged at our standard fee rate.
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| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 3 days £253 |
4 days £583 |
5 days £914 |
| School Day (08:00 to 16:00) | ||
| 3 days £0 |
4 days £351 |
5 days £642 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 5 days £92 |
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Our consumables charge helps cover the extras not included within government-funded hours, such as freshly prepared meals and snacks, enrichment experiences and other everyday nursery essentials.
Consumables charge per month
Under 3 years old: Food: £31.50, Non-Food: £10.50, Activities: £10.50
Over 3 years old: Food: £69.00, Non-Food: £8.50, Activities: £37.00
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £292 |
3 days £622 |
4 days £953 |
5 days £1283 |
| School Day (08:00 to 16:00) | |||
| 2 days £176 |
3 days £467 |
4 days £757 |
5 days £1048 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 3 days £133 |
4 days £307 |
5 days £480 |
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Our consumables charge helps cover the extras not included within government-funded hours, such as freshly prepared meals and snacks, enrichment experiences and other everyday nursery essentials.
Consumables charge per month
Over 3 years old: Food: £34.50, Non-Food: £4.25, Activities: £18.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £331 |
2 days £661 |
3 days £991 |
4 days £1321 |
5 days £1652 |
| School Day (08:00 to 16:00) | ||||
| 1 day £291 |
2 days £582 |
3 days £872 |
4 days £1163 |
5 days £1454 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £174 |
2 days £347 |
3 days £521 |
4 days £694 |
5 days £867 |
LOCATION
Location
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Kindred Ruskington Nursery and Pre-School
We are located in Meadowbrook, Ruskington.
OUR TEAM
Our Team
Olwen Owen
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous teams! Pure and simple.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training program run by childcare and EYFS experts.
It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! It’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred the incredible, loving place that it is.
DAY IN THE LIFE
Day in the Life
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Drop Off
Our doors open from 07:30, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Breakfast
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chefs and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
Morning
We come together for a sit and sing session before beginning a morning filled with exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, children enjoy a range of enrichment activities, adult-led learning linked to focus topics and child-led play experiences. From loose parts exploration and sensory activities to creative arts, imaginative role play and cosy reading corners, there is truly something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play also forms an important part of the morning, allowing children to build confidence, develop physical skills and explore through active play. A healthy snack is available from 10:00 to keep everyone energised throughout their busy morning.
Lunch
From 12:00, we enjoy lunch. Mealtimes provide a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures.
Nap Time
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere using soft lighting, soothing music and cosy bedding to support rest and relaxation. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Afternoon
Children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Whether exploring open-ended resources, engaging in imaginative play or enjoying active time outdoors, every afternoon offers opportunities for discovery and development.
Snack
To keep little ones fuelled and ready for all the awe and wonder their days hold, we offer a healthy mid-afternoon snack, including fresh fruit and vegetables alongside other nutritious options. From 16:15, our children enjoy a delicious evening meal before settling into a relaxed period of child-led play, giving them time to unwind and enjoy activities of their own choosing.
Home
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 18:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
FAQs
FAQs
How often do the children play outside at your nursery?
We ensure our children get plenty of time outdoors both in the morning and afternoon, regardless of the weather.
What are the designated parking and access arrangements for drop-off and pick-up at your nursery?
We provide a large private car park for parents, making your daily drop-offs and pick-ups simple and convenient.
What is the unique feel or ethos of your nursery team?
Our nursery has a wonderful family feel where everyone supports one another. The majority of our staff are longstanding, some have even been with us more than 10 years.
How does your nursery prepare my child for the transition to school?
We have good relationships with our local schools. Teachers will come in to visit the children at the nursery, or sometimes we take the children into the schools for introduction sessions. To prepare our children for the transition we introduce P.E. sessions in the pre-school room so they can practice important skills like getting dressed independently. We also add a variety of school uniforms to our home corner that the children can dress up in to help familiarise them.
What are the staff-to-child ratios at your nursery?
Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to UK regulations to ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment.
Our regulated ratios are as follows:
Babies (Under 2 years): 1 staff member to every 3 children (1:3)
Toddlers (2-3 years): 1 staff member to every 5 children (1:5)
Preschoolers (3-4 years): 1 staff member to every 8 children (1:8)
Activities
Activities
We believe that providing children with rich and varied learning opportunities from an early age supports their overall development and helps them to thrive. Each week, children will enjoy a thoughtfully planned programme of enrichment activities designed to enhance their nursery experience, spark curiosity, nurture a love of learning and create memorable moments. These additional experiences encourage creativity, support holistic development and provide wonderful learning opportunities that broaden children’s experiences and help them discover more about the world around them.
Reviews for Kindred Ruskington
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"The staff are amazing with my son, me and my partner both need to work full time and knowing he loves going to nursery and loves all the staff there is so important to us. Susan and Olwen are always patient and understanding with him and us, he thrives there and has become so confident in himself!"
"Couldn't ask for a better nursery. All staff kind and helpful. Our child has flourished since moving to this nursery and the amazing staff are the reasons why. She's always excited to go and we love to hear about all of the great things she does whilst she is there. Thank you all."