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Barham Pre-School # Barham Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · Valley Road, Barham, CT4 6NX · Kent Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Barham Pre-School, established in 1994, provides a good-quality early years education for children aged 2 to 4 years old. Open during term-time, Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm, the pre-school fosters a safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore and have fun. The dedicated staff greet children with enthusiasm, taking a genuine interest in them and their families, which helps children settle quickly to the exciting resources on offer. The curriculum is designed to be broad and engaging, with staff planning creative activities based on children's interests, such as learning about plants and growing by tending to their own bean plants and outdoor flowers. This approach supports children's sense of self-worth and deepens their engagement with topics. Children also have opportunities for outdoor learning, enjoying turn-taking games and working collaboratively to build dens. Barham Pre-School focuses on developing independence, problem-solving skills, and fostering good peer friendships, preparing children well for their transition to school. What it's like Staff greet children with enthusiasm and take a genuine interest in them and their families. Children enjoy voting for stories and settle quickly to the exciting resources. Staff create a safe and nurturing environment where children are happy to explore and have fun. Safe and nurturing environment Child-led activities Outdoor learning Good problem-solving skills Positive parent feedback ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (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.barhamprimary.co.uk/page/?title=Pupil+Premium+Strategy&pid=119) ## Key facts Opening hours Morning Session: 8.45am – 11.45am, Afternoon Session: 12.30pm - 3.30pm Age range 3 years old by 31st August for September intake Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Morning Session, Afternoon Session Established 1994 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Barham Pre-School Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10398561 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279108)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/127001) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=barham-pre-school-ct4-6nx-127001) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Barham Pre-School Last inspected 14 May 2025 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 Staff greet children with enthusiasm and take a genuine interest in them and their families. Children enjoy voting for stories and settle quickly to the exciting resources. Staff create a safe and nurturing environment where children are happy to explore and have fun. Inspector highlights - Children enjoy voting for the story they would like to hear later in the day. - Staff create a safe and nurturing environment where children are happy to explore and have fun. - Children have access to a good-quality curriculum through the wide variety of exciting activities and experiences provided. - Children learn to become independent, as staff model new skills for them and shower them with praise. - Children develop good problem-solving skills, and staff use open-ended questions to support their thinking. Areas to develop - 1 provide further support for staff to build their confidence and knowledge to help all children receive any targeted support they need to close gaps in their learning - 2 strengthen the organisation of group times so that all children, particularly the younger ones, remain focussed and engaged in their learning. Inspection #10398561 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279108) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak positively about the nursery and staff. > They say that their children enjoy attending and that the staff are kind and caring. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children excitedly look to see how much their bean plants have grown and carefully water the flowers outside, learning about what they need to thrive. Children enjoy turn-taking games and working together as a team to build a den outdoors. Inspection history Date: March 2011 - May 2025 Good - October 2019 Good - July 2015 Outstanding - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Barham Pre-School ### What is Barham Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### What funded hours are available at Barham Pre-School? ### What age range does Barham Pre-School cater for? ### When was Barham Pre-School established? ### What kind of outdoor learning opportunities does Barham Pre-School offer? ### How do parents feel about Barham Pre-School? ### How can I contact Barham Pre-School? ## About the setting Barham Pre-School registered in 1994 and is situated in the grounds of Barham Primary School in Barham, Kent. It is open each weekday during term times only, on Monday to Friday, from 9am until 3pm. There are eight members of staff, six of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The preschool receives early education funding for children aged two, three and four years. 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