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ABC Nursery & Pre School

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2022)
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5.0(6 Google reviews) ·ABC Nursery, Stondon Road, Ongar, CM5 9RG · Essex
Number of places
72 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
Essex

About this early years setting

ABC Nursery, nestled in Ongar, Essex, provides a warm and friendly environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. This family-run establishment, founded in 2007, prides itself on a hands-on approach to childcare, with owners actively involved in daily operations.

The nursery boasts an expansive outdoor space of over an acre, offering children ample opportunities for nature exploration and imaginative play. Indoors, cosy rooms and engaging learning areas are supported by qualified and experienced staff dedicated to early childhood development.

ABC Nursery encourages a balance of creative play and structured learning, aiming to foster confidence, independence, and a lasting love for learning. They work closely with families to ensure each child receives individual attention and feels at home within the nursery's community.

Furthermore, the nursery maintains excellent staff retention, providing consistency and stability for the children, and prioritises continuous professional development for its team.

Our ethos

ABC Nursery & Pre School Ltd fosters confidence, independence, and a love of learning through a balance of creative play and structured learning. They are committed to providing individual attention and a sense of belonging by working closely with families, and they value consistency and stability through excellent staff retention and ongoing professional development.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at the nursery; they are confident, happy, have fun, and form close bonds with their key workers and peers. Babies settle quickly in a cosy, homely environment, and children are eager to investigate activities and develop their language and social skills.

Family-run and ownedOver 1 acre of outdoor spaceStrong focus on school readiness

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

All meals and snacks provided, including breakfast, lunch, and tea for full-day, and snacks and lunch for school day session. Special dietary needs and allergies are catered for. Holds a five-star Food Hygiene rating.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 18:00, 51 weeks a year. Closed between Christmas and New Year and on bank holidays.

Session types

Full Day, School Day, Morning Session (7:30am - 12:00pm)

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for ABC Nursery & Pre School

Last inspected 31 August 2022 · Lynn Hartigan

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 enjoy their time at the nursery; they are confident, happy, have fun, and form close bonds with their key workers and peers. Babies settle quickly in a cosy, homely environment, and children are eager to investigate activities and develop their language and social skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are confident, happy and enjoy their time at the nursery.
  • Children form close bonds with key workers and make friends.
  • A varied curriculum promotes language development and challenges thinking.
  • Babies settle quickly and are cared for in a nurturing, homely environment.
  • Children have access to a variety of outdoor spaces and physical play opportunities.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop children's thinking skills further by allowing them time to respond to questions
  • 2strengthen the monitoring of staff practice to raise the quality of teaching to a consistently higher level.
Inspection #10235188 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

the staff go above and beyond

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children relish their time outdoors and have a variety of outdoor spaces in which to exercise and learn. They enjoy the freedom and space of a large field to practise running, climb on a climbing frame, and play games such as hide and seek.

Google Reviews of ABC Nursery & Pre School

5.0
(6 Google reviews)
Juliet Butler
6 years ago

My Grandchild has recently started at ABC , I have found it just so calm and homely. The staff are so nice & friendly. It put my mind at rest knowing how much they all care for the children.

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Ongar Beavers
7 years ago

great opening hours, some lovely staff. lovely grounds. my children have attended since 3 and 5 months of age and still attend after school and breakfast clubs. reliable and convenient.

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Louise Grafton-Jones
7 years ago

Pleased to have found such a lovely local nursery, great staff

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Richard Keil
11 years ago

So glad we found you, our daughter loves it there.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2012

  • August 2022Good
  • October 2016Good
  • October 2012Good

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