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Arc Pre-School # Arc Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · Britwell Youth & Community Project, Wentworth Avenue, SLOUGH, SL2 2DH · Slough Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Slough About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Arc Pre-School is a privately owned childcare provider situated within the Britwell Youth and Community Centre, dedicated to offering a nurturing and stimulating environment for children up to four years old. The pre-school operates during term-time, providing both full-time and part-time attendance options. Their educational philosophy centres on a child-led approach, integrating both teacher-directed and child-initiated learning experiences to achieve a balanced and responsive curriculum. This flexible methodology, drawing from various pedagogies, ensures that teaching and activities are tailored to the individual and group needs of the children. The curriculum is firmly rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, encompassing a comprehensive range of educational programmes across Prime and Specific areas of learning. These programmes are designed to gently challenge and support children's development in areas such as communication, physical skills, emotional well-being, literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts. The pre-school fosters an atmosphere of positive attitude, respect, and continuous learning, aiming to equip each child with confidence and essential skills for their early years journey. Our ethos Arc Pre-School's educational philosophy centres on a child-led approach, integrating teacher-directed and child-initiated learning experiences. Their flexible methodology is rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and aims to gently challenge and support children's development, fostering confidence and essential skills. What it's like Children arrive eagerly and benefit from the happy and caring atmosphere. They are proud to be a part of the pre-school and have a real sense of belonging. Children behave well and learn how to compromise and share, happily playing alongside their friends and staff. Ofsted approved Term-time only Child-led learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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.arcpreschool.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Pre-school: Monday to Thursday: 8am – 4pm, Friday: 8am – 2:30pm; Office: Monday to Friday: 8am – 5pm Age range Up to 4 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Full time, Part time Established 2013 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Arc Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10214645 Lead inspector Anneliese Fox-Jones Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187691)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY469542) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=arc-pre-school-sl2-2dh-ey469542) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Arc Pre-School Last inspected 13 June 2022 · Anneliese Fox-Jones 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 arrive eagerly and benefit from the happy and caring atmosphere. They are proud to be a part of the pre-school and have a real sense of belonging. Children behave well and learn how to compromise and share, happily playing alongside their friends and staff. Inspector highlights - The manager has made significant improvements to arrangements promoting children's learning, safety, and well-being since the last inspection. - The manager is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable role model, with a clear and ambitious vision focused on children and families. - Staff demonstrate a good understanding of children's individual learning needs and accurately assess their progress. - Staff effectively support children's emotional well-being by teaching them about feelings, manners, and routines. - Staff build good partnerships with parents, who speak highly of the support and information they receive. Areas to develop - 1 enhance staff's modelling of language and questioning techniques, to further extend children's thinking and communication skills - 2 evaluate the effectiveness of training to assess the impact of improvements made, to build upon and sustain the quality of staff's knowledge and practice. Inspection #10214645 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187691) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of staff and comment positively about the support they receive and the information that is shared with them. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Overall, staff have established a broad curriculum. Staff show a good knowledge of children's individual learning needs. They assess children's progress accurately and ensure that the curriculum they offer builds securely on what children need to know next. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy exploring and playing outside. For example, young children smile and giggle as they enthusiastically splash in the water tray. Older children learn about the world around them as they talk about honeybees and take part in various gardening and planting activities. Staff teach children how to use garden tools safely. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: June 2014 - June 2022 Good - November 2021 Inadequate - September 2016 Good - September 2015 Requires improvement - June 2014 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Arc Pre-School ### Is Arc Pre-School a good nursery? ### What is Arc Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Arc Pre-School cost? ### Does Arc Pre-School accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Arc Pre-School take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Arc Pre-School take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Arc Pre-School's opening hours? ### What age range does Arc Pre-School accept? ### Does Arc Pre-School have outdoor space? ### How does Arc Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Arc Pre-School? ### How do I contact Arc Pre-School or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in SLOUGH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Arc Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Monksfield Way Children's Centre Early Years Service Slough · SL2 1QX ](/nursery/monksfield-way-children-s-centre-early-years-service-sl2-1qx-ey541757) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.9 mi ### Partou Cherry Trees Day Nursery & Pre-School Slough · SL1 4RA 4.0(32 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-cherry-trees-day-nursery-pre-school-sl1-4ra-ey436012) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Oratory Montessori Day Nursery Slough · SL2 2NJ 4.8(16 reviews) ](/nursery/oratory-montessori-day-nursery-sl2-2nj-105631) - [ Provider closed 1.0 mi ### Little Robins Nursery Slough · SL1 3AQ 5.0(18 reviews) ](/nursery/little-robins-nursery-sl1-3aq-2854602) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Penn Road Children's Centre Early Years Service Slough · SL2 1PG 4.8(41 reviews) ](/nursery/penn-road-children-s-centre-early-years-service-sl2-1pg-ey541755) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Beeches Nursery Slough · SL1 7DE ](/nursery/beeches-nursery-sl1-7de-ey496337) [See all nurseries in SLOUGH →](/search?q=SLOUGH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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