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Specialised Nursery for Children with Additional Needs | Grove Cottage
Our Nursery is open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday, during school term time. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing, fully inclusive environment tailored to children with special educational needs (SEN), focused on growth, learning, and care.
What Our SEN Nursery Offers
We offer much more than basic nursery care. Here at Grove Cottage, we provide:
Tailored one-to-one support as required
A wide range of extra-curricular activities
Fully qualified and experienced staff who regularly liaise with support professionals and therapists
Strong parental support to ensure each child can thrive
At our nursery, children follow the national Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, all within a setting thoughtfully designed for children with additional needs. Our staff focus on helping children develop essential skills, especially in areas where delays may occur, such as speech and mobility. Meanwhile, we encourage them to build friendships and connect with other children.
Eligibility and Referrals
Parents and specialists (such as visual teams or autism specialists) are welcome to refer children when there is evidence of developmental delay or difficulties in mainstream settings. However, a diagnosis is not necessary. If your child has specific developmental needs, a global developmental delay, or specific medical requirements, we may be able to offer them a place.
Ofsted Approved
In July 2018, our nursery received a ‘Good’ rating in our most recent Ofsted inspection, underscoring our commitment to quality. You can view the report highlights [here].
Funding and Accessibility
If your child is aged 3-4 years, you can use 15 hours of free government-funded childcare each week at our nursery. Additionally, some two-year-olds may qualify for 15 hours of funding as well. For more information on the Local Offer and SEN resources, or to check eligibility, please visit the Hertfordshire County Council website.
Find Out More
We appreciate that choosing the right setting can feel challenging. If you’d like to discuss your child’s needs in more detail or learn more about our nursery, please contact our Nursery Manager, Maria Sims, at nursery@mencapgrovecottage.org or call 07734 257223 for a confidential chat.
“After joining Grove Cottage, our son blossomed. He’s now full of life, energy, and has a passion for learning and singing. His key worker understood his needs and helped teach him various ways to communicate. Learning Makaton was a huge breakthrough for us, both at home and at Grove Cottage.” – Nursery Parent
