As a policy, Garden House only employ qualified staff to be included in our staff to child ratios.

We believe that working with parents is vital to helping us provide excellent childcare and our staff take time to discuss, explain and adapt any aspect of your childcare.

Garden House has been under the same family ownership since it opened in 1995 and at the time of going to press the combined staff at the nursery have 77 years of nursery experience, 49 of those at Garden House.

All staff at Garden House understand the importance of a warm welcome and consideration towards the needs of children and parents alike.

Garden House has always been family owned and we aim to create a pleasant and homelike feel in our nursery.

We are situated right in the centre of Ipswich in beautiful historic buildings with a walled garden. We are also in easy walking distance of the library, museum and parks.

Garden House has had an ecologically friendly policy running since 1997. We use real nappies, make our own baby / children’s foods and have a comprehensive recycling scheme. We even have our own wormery to compost our food waste.

Garden House is a modest 50 place nursery. Small and exclusive rooms for each of the age groups ensure your child will feel confident and relaxed with their individual needs taken care of.

Our Ofsted report 2008:

"The staff create a safe and extremely welcoming environment, and are skilled at making sure that all the children benefit from the extensive range of activities."

"Children are provided with exciting opportunities to help them make good progress across all areas of learning and development."

"Children benefit from the enthusiasm of the staff who are qualified, caring and fully supported with further professional training and development."

"Children enjoy outdoor play... along with visits to the nearby park...The children learn about healthy eating through topics and discussion at mealtimes when a well-balanced range of nutritious meals and snacks is enjoyed."

"Staff have a positive attitude towards inclusion to ensure every child is able to fully participate within the nursery to help them achieve their full potential."

No. 251494
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