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Alburgh With Denton Preschool Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
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5.0(3 parent reviews)
·School Road, Alburgh, Harleston, IP20 0BW · Norfolk
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
Norfolk

About this day nursery

Alburgh with Denton Preschool Nursery, situated in the picturesque Waveney Valley, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. Established in 1975 and relocating to its purpose-built facility within the grounds of Alburgh with Denton Primary School in 1998, the nursery benefits from both indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including access to woodlands.

As a registered charitable incorporated organisation, it is committed to providing high-quality, affordable childcare, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and fundraising efforts. The nursery prides itself on its inclusive approach, welcoming all children and families, and its dedicated team of experienced Early Years trained staff works closely with parents and external professionals to meet each child's individual needs.

The curriculum operates within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, fostering emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development through play-based experiences. Alburgh with Denton Preschool Nursery aims to create a friendly and secure setting where children can thrive, preparing them for a smooth transition to various local schools.

Our ethos

The nursery operates within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, aiming to foster children's emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development through play-based experiences. They are committed to providing high-quality, affordable childcare in a friendly, secure, and inclusive setting that welcomes all children and families.

What it's like

Children are welcomed by warm, caring staff and quickly engage in inviting activities, with the freedom to choose to play indoors or outdoors. Staff give close attention to children (for example, key-person snack groups), supporting communication, social skills and independence.

Charity-runRural SettingPlay-based LearningInclusive Environment

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on set session rates for morning, afternoon, and full day sessions, or an hourly rate. Sessions can be extended beyond standard times as required. Funding entitlements of 15 and 30 hours are accepted and can be stretched to cover holiday clubs.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Hourly childcare rate£4.30 / hour
  • Morning session£16.12 / session
  • Afternoon session£15.05 / session
  • Full day session£36.55 / day

Good to know

  • Standard sessions include morning (9.00am-12.45pm), afternoon (1.30pm-5.00pm), and full day (9.00am-4.30pm).
  • Hours can be extended beyond the standard session times as required.
  • Funding entitlements of 15 and 30 hours can be stretched to enable access to holiday clubs.
  • Optional t-shirts and sweatshirts are available for purchase.

Key facts

Opening hours

The pre-school opens from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

Age range

2 – 5 years old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Alburgh With Denton Preschool Nursery

Last inspected 17 November 2021 · Helen Hyett

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 are welcomed by warm, caring staff and quickly engage in inviting activities, with the freedom to choose to play indoors or outdoors. Staff give close attention to children (for example, key-person snack groups), supporting communication, social skills and independence.

Inspector highlights

  • Warm, caring staff who welcome children and support their well-being
  • Children can choose to play indoors or outdoors, with varied outdoor activities (sandpit, outdoor kitchen)
  • Close attention from staff, with key-person snack groups supporting routines and independence
  • Staff are skilled at introducing new words and use British sign language to aid understanding
  • Children behave extremely well and are well prepared for starting school

Areas to develop

  • 1refine activities to help children develop early reading skills, to ensure these are precisely tailored to children's individual abilities
  • 2review the timetabling of large group activities, to help children to maintain concentration and focus.
Inspection #10207343 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff run daily 'social interaction groups' in small, focused groups to support communication, and they confidently use British sign language to aid children's understanding.

Outdoor space

Children can choose to play outside throughout the day and many do; outdoor play includes mixing herbs with teabags and water, exploring the large sandpit and using an outdoor kitchen. Every morning staff and children go for a daily 'run' on the adjacent school field (children run two laps and then sit in the shelter).

Parent Reviews of Alburgh With Denton Preschool Nursery

5.0
(3)
Abbie Parker
3 weeks ago

My daughter has been attending since December, she's 2 for reference. And the staff there are amazing and I cannot recommend them enough! They are there for the family as well as the child and go above and beyond. My little girl thoroughly enjoys going to nursery, and most days she goes doesn't want to leave.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

17 November 2021

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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