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Acorn Preschool # Acorn Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Vane Close, Norwich, NR7 0US · Norfolk Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Acorn Preschool in Norwich offers a warm and engaging environment where children aged 2 to 4 years and 11 months are encouraged to learn through exploration and play. Established in 1977, this community-based, registered charity operates independently, despite being situated within Dussindale Primary School, and boasts its own dedicated entrance and facilities, including both indoor and outdoor play areas. The preschool is committed to a child-centred approach, treating each child as an individual with unique needs and supporting their development at their own pace. A professional and passionate team guides the children through diverse activities while fostering a positive partnership with parents to ensure children are happy, confident, and well-prepared for their next steps. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, covering seven key areas of development to provide a rich and varied learning experience. Our ethos Acorn Preschool is committed to a child-centred approach, treating each child as an individual and supporting their development at their own pace. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, with children encouraged to learn through exploration and play. What it's like Children settle quickly and staff provide reassurance and strategies to help them engage and feel comfortable. Staff support language development by introducing new vocabulary and focus strongly on children's social and emotional development, encouraging friendships and turn-taking. Learning through play Community-based charity Child-centred approach Indoor and outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds - 3 hour session £18.00 / session - 6 hour session £36.00 / session - Wrap Around Care £5.00 / session - Full day including Wrap Around Care £41.00 / day ## Key facts Opening hours 08:45 - 11:45 (Morning session), 12:15 - 15:15 (Afternoon session), 08:45 - 14:45 (All day session), 14:45 - 15:15 (Wrap Around Offer) Food A snack is available mid-morning and mid-afternoon, along with milk or water. Children staying for the full day can eat their own packed lunch between 11.45am - 12.15pm. Session types Morning session, Afternoon session, All day session, Wrap Around Care Age range 2 years to 4 years 11 months Term time / All Year Term Time Staff 7 practitioners Established 2007 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Acorn Preschool Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10372128 Lead inspector Jenny Hardy Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268823)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY360037) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=acorn-preschool-nr7-0us) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Acorn Preschool Last inspected 14 January 2025 · Jenny Hardy 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 settle quickly and staff provide reassurance and strategies to help them engage and feel comfortable. Staff support language development by introducing new vocabulary and focus strongly on children's social and emotional development, encouraging friendships and turn-taking. Inspector highlights - Children settle quickly, with staff providing reassurance and tailored strategies. - Staff support language development, introducing new vocabulary during routines and play. - Strong focus on social and emotional development; children behave well and are encouraged to build friendships. - Planning is based on children's interests, providing exciting and motivating learning opportunities. - Leaders have clear oversight and strong professional relationships that support children with SEND. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to identify highly focused and relevant targets for children to help them make the best possible progress in their learning and development. Inspection #10372128 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50268823) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Professional relationships with other agencies and services are strong, particularly supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Strategies and information are shared between professionals, staff and parents to help provide children with consistent approaches and support. Outdoor space Staff invite other children to join in as they play games outside, promoting friendships and shared play. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors. ## Parent Reviews of Acorn Preschool 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJLIqXrO6chDDO_m3eesbMR29GTlG0Jj0tJKNyKIt-KQJOCng=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) John Nash 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtX2FLSVhREAE!2m1!1s0x47d9e33f9549e27d:0xcfbd7c8e6e69806a) Reviews from Google for Acorn Preschool. 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