--- title: "Acorns Pre-School, Masham | Ofsted: Good | Fees" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/acorns-pre-school-hg4-4dy description: "Acorns Pre-School in Masham — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Acorns Pre-School in Masham Ofsted: Good (Nov 2023) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · The Old Police House, Little Market Place, Masham, HG4 4DY · North Yorkshire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority North Yorkshire ## About this early years setting Acorns Pre-School, located in the picturesque market town of Masham, provides exceptional care for children aged 2-5 years. The pre-school, which received a "GOOD" rating in its 2023 OFSTED inspection, is deeply rooted in the local community and is overseen by a dedicated committee of parents and grandparents. Acorns fosters a stimulating environment where children are encouraged to develop strong foundations for learning through play and exploration. The curriculum is largely child-led, tapping into their natural curiosity to create engaging learning experiences. The pre-school places a high value on outdoor learning, utilising its beautiful surroundings to offer children opportunities to explore and connect with nature. The team, led by Manager Val Horspool, is committed to continuous professional development, ensuring they remain updated on the latest early childhood education concepts. Acorns operates as a registered charity and is affiliated with the Early Years Alliance and National Day Nurseries Association, underscoring its commitment to quality and community engagement. Our ethos Our ethos is simple....to build strong foundations of learning and development in a happy, fun filled and stimulating environment. Children and their imaginations inspire everything we do. We draw on their inherent fascination with the world to develop learning opportunities that will realise every child's unique potential. A close relationship with the great outdoors is part of life as an Acorn. Our enviable location affords the chance to explore the spectacular landscape on our doorstep. What it's like Children are happy and form good relationships with staff and their peers. Staff offer excellent settling-in procedures tailored to individual needs, know children well and plan a curriculum around children's next steps and interests so children are engaged and make good progress, although staff do not plan as effectively for children's literacy skills. Community Led Outdoor Learning Focus OFSTED Good Rating Charity-run ## Pricing & funding 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://acorns.masham.org.uk/contact) ## Key facts Session types Breakfast Club, Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Full Day Opening hours 7:30am - 5:30pm Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 2002 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Acorns Pre-School Last inspected 13 November 2023 · Elaine McDonnell 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 Inspector highlights - Children are happy and form good relationships with staff and peers - Excellent settling-in procedures tailored to individual needs - Curriculum planned around children's next steps and interests; children are engaged and make good progress - Strong focus on language, communication and personal, social and emotional development - Good partnerships with other professionals and settings (for example, speech and language therapists and local primary school) Areas to develop - 1 promote children's interest in choosing books independently, to support their early literacy skills further - 2 implement the procedure for informing parents about their child's development and progress and how they might extend their child's learning at home more consistently. Inspection #10305237 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50235553) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who require additional support have designated one-to-one and small-group times with their key person throughout the week, helping them to make good progress, particularly in relation to their language skills. Speech and language therapists visit the pre-school to advise staff on how to support some children further. Outdoor space The premises include a safe and secure outdoor play area used regularly to promote children's large physical development; children build large constructions outdoors and dress themselves in appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear, including high-visibility clothing on walks. Staff constantly promote large physical and fine motor skills through regular and varied activities both indoors and outdoors. ## Google Reviews of Acorns Pre-School 5.0 (1 Google review) James Is cold 7 years ago It was sick as innit Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNvOTVmOXZnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487ea83f6719d83b:0x28d53cd9b1cdb6cb) Reviews from Google for Acorns Pre-School. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2942324837245105867&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: March 2009 - November 2023 Good - July 2023 Inadequate - September 2017 Good - February 2017 Good - September 2013 Good - March 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Acorns Pre-School ### What grade did Ofsted give Acorns Pre-School? ### What is Acorns Pre-School working on improving? ### Is Acorns Pre-School suitable for under-twos? ### Which area does Acorns Pre-School serve? ### How does Acorns Pre-School support children with SEND? ### When is Acorns Pre-School open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Masham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Acorns Pre-School. - Ofsted: Good 5.1 mi ### Bright Beginnings Bedale · DL8 2DU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-beginnings-dl8-2du-ey359478 - Ofsted: Good 5.8 mi ### Seedlings Montessori Childcare Bedale · DL8 2HX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/seedlings-montessori-childcare-ltd-dl8-2hx-ey488084 - Ofsted: Good 6.8 mi ### Fountains Playgroup and Pre-School Ripon · HG4 3PJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fountains-playgroup-and-pre-school-hg4-3pj-400414 - Ofsted: Good 6.8 mi ### Bedale Day Nursery Northallerton · DL7 9UJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bedale-day-nursery-ltd-dl7-9uj-ey481775 - Ofsted: Good 6.9 mi ### Yellow Ribbon Pre School Ripon · HG4 2RD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/yellow-ribbon-pre-school-hg4-2rd-ey361345 - Ofsted: Good 7.4 mi ### RAFA Kidz RAF Leeming Northallerton · DL7 9NJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rafa-kidz-raf-leeming-dl7-9nj-2670641 See all nurseries in Masham →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Masham ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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