--- title: "(Closed) Aldwincle Pre-School — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "This nursery has closed. Aldwincle Pre-School, a nursery in Kettering. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Sessions run from 8:30 am until 3 pm, providing consistent care throughout the school week for children attending Aldwincle Pre-School." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Aldwincle Pre-School accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Aldwincle Pre-School accepts children aged between 2 and 4 years old. This age range allows the pre-school to tailor its play-based learning approach to the developmental needs of its attendees." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Aldwincle Pre-School have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Aldwincle Pre-School has outdoor space. Children enjoy using these areas to explore safely and learn through first-hand experiences, such as investigating insects and playing with water and citrus fruit in the mud kitchen. These diverse outdoor spaces are a key feature of Aldwincle Pre-School." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Aldwincle Pre-School support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Aldwincle Pre-School supports children with SEND by working closely with parents and other professionals. They use targeted funding to increase staff for children needing additional support, ensuring they access high-quality learning opportunities. This focused approach benefits children attending Aldwincle Pre-School." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Aldwincle Pre-School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents consistently highlight the excellent partnerships with Aldwincle Pre-School, appreciating regular updates and resources like a borrowing library to support learning at home. They note that children settle quickly, form close bonds with staff, and enjoy attending the nurturing environment at Aldwincle Pre-School." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Aldwincle Pre-School or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Aldwincle Pre-School by phone at 01832 720566 or by email at manager@aldwinclepreschool.co.uk. Further information and details on arranging a visit to Aldwincle Pre-School are available on their website, https://www.aldwinclepreschool.co.uk." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Aldwincle Pre-School # Aldwincle Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Main Street, Aldwincle, Kettering, NN14 3EL · North Northamptonshire Number of places 16 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority North Northamptonshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Aldwincle Pre-School offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2-4 years, focusing on a play-based learning approach. Operating during term time from 9 am to 3 pm, the pre-school fosters curiosity and supports development through a variety of engaging indoor and outdoor activities. They pride themselves on being a Communication Friendly Setting, with all staff trained in Speech and Language Support to enhance children’s communication skills. The curriculum encourages self-selection in play, with themed indoor areas, a well-stocked and rotating library, and a diverse outdoor space featuring a mud kitchen, wendy house, and trim trail. Children participate in a rolling snack time with healthy options, and those staying for the afternoon session bring packed lunches. The pre-school encourages independence in older children and provides daily artwork to take home, ensuring a holistic and enriching experience. Our ethos Aldwincincle Pre-School is a Communication Friendly Setting that focuses on a play-based learning approach. They foster curiosity and support development through self-selected play, with staff trained in Speech and Language Support to enhance children's communication skills. The pre-school offers a nurturing and stimulating environment with engaging indoor and outdoor activities. What it's like Children enjoy attending this nurturing and welcoming pre-school where they settle quickly, form close bonds with staff and peers, and behave very well. Staff have high expectations and there is a strong focus on developing children's communication and vocabulary, supporting their confidence and well-being. Communication Friendly Setting Play-based learning Indoor and outdoor free play Term-time only ## 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://www.aldwinclepreschool.co.uk/typicalday/afternoonsession-f6nyy) ## Key facts Opening hours 9am - 3pm, Monday - Friday, term time only. Food Snacks provided; children bring packed lunches for afternoon session Age range 2-4 year olds Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Morning session, Afternoon session Established 1997 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Aldwincle Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10399670 Lead inspector Emma Serdet Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50282171)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/219989) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=aldwincle-pre-school-nn14-3el-219989) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Aldwincle Pre-School Last inspected 10 June 2025 · Emma Serdet 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 attending this nurturing and welcoming pre-school where they settle quickly, form close bonds with staff and peers, and behave very well. Staff have high expectations and there is a strong focus on developing children's communication and vocabulary, supporting their confidence and well-being. Inspector highlights - Nurturing, welcoming pre-school where children quickly settle and form close bonds with staff and peers - Strong focus on developing communication and vocabulary across the setting - Staff work closely with parents and professionals to support children with SEND, using targeted funding - Excellent parent partnerships, including a borrowing library and regular updates to support home learning - Children delight in using outdoor spaces for safe exploration and first-hand learning Areas to develop - 1 support all staff to consistently recognise opportunities that arise from children's immediate interests to fully extend their learning. Inspection #10399670 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50282171) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. They use funding for SEND children in a targeted way, for example increasing staff so children who need adult support can access high-quality learning opportunities. Outdoor space Children delight in accessing the outdoor spaces, which allow them to explore safely and learn through first-hand experiences. For example, they investigate an injured butterfly outside and younger children fill containers of coloured water and explore sliced citrus fruit in the mud kitchen. Inspection history Date: September 2015 - June 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - May 2016 Good - September 2015 Good ## Frequently asked about Aldwincle Pre-School ### Is Aldwincle Pre-School a good nursery? ### What is Aldwincle Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Aldwincle Pre-School cost? ### Does Aldwincle Pre-School accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Aldwincle Pre-School take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Aldwincle Pre-School take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Aldwincle Pre-School's opening hours? ### What age range does Aldwincle Pre-School accept? ### Does Aldwincle Pre-School have outdoor space? ### How does Aldwincle Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Aldwincle Pre-School? ### How do I contact Aldwincle Pre-School or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Kettering Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Aldwincle Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Kids Planet Thrapston Kettering · NN14 4NG 5.0(12 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-thrapston-nn14-4ng-2833590) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.0 mi ### Willow Tree Day Nursery Kettering · NN14 4PL ](/nursery/willow-tree-day-nursery-nn14-4pl-2811691) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.7 mi ### Little Wellies Day Nursery Peterborough · PE8 5TN ](/nursery/little-wellies-day-nursery-pe8-5tn-2694966) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.8 mi ### Small Wonders Nursery, Pre-School and Forest School Peterborough · PE8 4DF ](/nursery/small-wonders-nursery-pre-school-and-forest-school-pe8-4df-ey269478) [See all nurseries in Kettering →](/search?q=Kettering) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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