# Abacus Children's Day Nursery

Abacus Children's Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at Valley Court, Barras Lane, Carlisle, CA5 7NY, in Dalston, Cumberland. It is registered for 60 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in October 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/abacus-childrens-day-nursery-ey493351  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Valley Court, Barras Lane, Carlisle, CA5 7NY
- Registered places: 60
- Phone: 01228 712888
- Website: http://abacus-daynursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY493351

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 14 October 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding
- Personal development: Outstanding
- Leadership and management: Outstanding

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493351

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since November 2015 (Reference EY493351). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493351)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 14 October 2021). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493351)
- Registered places: 60 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493351)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 13 May 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/842383)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Valley Court, Barras Lane, Carlisle, CA5 7NY

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=54.847038,-2.994025

- Station: Dalston (Cumbria), 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's CofE Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (July 2024) |  | 0.5 miles |
| Caldew School | Secondary | 11–18 | Good (June 2022) |  | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [St Michael's Pre-School Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-michaels-pre-school-nursery-ey361016) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.7 miles |
| [The Manor Preschool Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-manor-preschool-nursery-ey498344) | Good |  |  | 2.9 miles |
| [Yewkids Nursery at Yewdale Community Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/yewkids-nursery-at-yewdale-community-centre-317628) | Outstanding |  |  | 2.9 miles |
| [Messyhands Childcare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/messyhands-childcare-2734433) | Good |  |  | 3.0 miles |
| [Parkfield Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/parkfield-nursery-317393) | Outstanding |  |  | 3.1 miles |
| [First Friends Nursery and Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/first-friends-nursery-and-pre-school-ey406959) | Good |  |  | 3.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Abacus Children's Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Abacus Children's Day Nursery Outstanding at its inspection on 14 October 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Abacus Children's Day Nursery take?

Abacus Children's Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 60 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Abacus Children's Day Nursery?

Dalston (Cumbria) is the nearest station we know of, 0.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Abacus Children's Day Nursery?

You can call 01228 712888 and visit abacus-daynursery.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493351)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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