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[London](/search?region=London) 4. A's Pre-School & Day Nursery # A's Pre-School & Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2022) · 25-27 Horns Road, Ilford, IG2 6BN · Redbridge Number of places 75 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2022 Local authority Redbridge About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery A's Pre-School & Day Nursery, established in 2019, provides a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 1 to 4 years, operating year-round. Awarded a 'Good' rating by Ofsted in January 2022, the nursery excels in creating a positive and supportive atmosphere where children arrive happy and settled, confidently engaging with their surroundings and peers. The curriculum is designed to cover all areas of learning, focusing on developing essential skills for school readiness. Staff effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those needing extra help, collaborating with other professionals to enrich vocabulary through a varied curriculum. Children who speak English as an additional language receive strong support, with multilingual staff skilled in fostering communication. The nursery makes the most of outdoor opportunities for learning and independence, including daily outings where children explore and ask questions, such as during walks to the recycling centre. Staff are attentive to individual needs, planning engaging and challenging activities that encourage physical play and muscle strengthening, like climbing and balancing. Parents have particularly commended the progress their children make in communication, language, confidence, and independence. The manager and staff work collaboratively to ensure a high quality of provision, continuously making positive changes and providing an exciting space for children to explore and learn. Our ethos A's Pre-School & Day Nursery emphasises learning through play and interaction, aiming to promote a well-rounded start to education and prepare children for their future academic journeys. They are committed to providing a supportive and engaging atmosphere. What it's like Children arrive at nursery happy and settled, confidently negotiating stairs and greeting friends and staff warmly. They receive strong support and reassurance, fostering confidence, positive behaviour, and emotional well-being. Older children show genuine kindness and respect towards younger or more reserved peers. Good Ofsted rating Strong SEND support Outdoor learning Positive behaviour Effective communication ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://homenicom.co.uk/area/redbridge/crime-rate) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of A's Pre-School & Day Nursery Inspection date Jan 2022 Inspection no. 10207493 Lead inspector Catherine Greene Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177855)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2521341) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 25-27 Horns Road, Ilford, IG2 6BN [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.08302/51.57682/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Ilford - [Day nurseries in Ilford](/search?q=Ilford) - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=a-s-pre-school-day-nursery-ig2-6bn) ## Key facts Opening hours N/A Age range 0-4 Term time / All Year All Year Food N/A Staff N/A Waitlist N/A Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for A's Pre-School & Day Nursery Last inspected 18 January 2022 · Catherine Greene Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive at nursery happy and settled, confidently negotiating stairs and greeting friends and staff warmly. They receive strong support and reassurance, fostering confidence, positive behaviour, and emotional well-being. Older children show genuine kindness and respect towards younger or more reserved peers. Inspector highlights - The manager and staff have worked well with the local early years team to meet the actions arising from the previous inspection. - Staff have fully considered the organisation of transition times, including lunchtime, to enhance this valuable experience for all children. - The nursery environment provides an exciting and welcoming space for children to explore. - Staff know the children well and plan activities that interest and challenge them appropriately. - Staff encourage children to play physically and strengthen their muscles. Areas to develop - 1 embed the system for monitoring the quality of provision, including the recently introduced opportunities for staff to observe each other to improve their practice, so that teaching is consistently of a high standard - 2 continue to improve the existing good systems for communication to further enhance effective information-sharing with all parents. Inspection #10207493 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177855) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that the levels of progress their children have made since starting at the setting, particularly in their communication and language, confidence and independence, are greatly appreciated. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who may need extra help in their learning and development are well supported. Staff work effectively with other professionals, and they use guidance to skilfully develop children's vocabulary by planning a rich and varied curriculum. Outdoor space Staff make the most of every opportunity outdoors to promote children's learning and independence. Children explore and ask questions as they walk to the recycling centre during daily outings. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: August 2021 - January 2022 Good - August 2021 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about A's Pre-School & Day Nursery ### What is A's Pre-School & Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Does A's Pre-School & Day Nursery offer funded hours? ### What age range does A's Pre-School & Day Nursery cater for? ### What kind of support does A's Pre-School & Day Nursery offer for children with SEND? ### When was A's Pre-School & Day Nursery established? ### Does A's Pre-School & Day Nursery provide outdoor learning opportunities? ### How does A's Pre-School & Day Nursery support children who speak English as an additional language? ### What do parents say about A's Pre-School & Day Nursery? ## About the setting A's Pre-School & Day Nursery registered in 2019 and is situated in the London Borough of Redbridge. The nursery operates from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. It employs 12 members of staff, including managers, one of whom is qualified at level 4, with others holding relevant childcare qualifications at levels 3, 2 or 1. The nursery provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years. 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