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Children benefit from a thoughtfully designed, stimulating environment that captures their interests, and effective key-person arrangements help children form strong relationships and feel emotionally safe." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This information isn't published - contact the nursery directly to ask." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![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. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery # Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · Beal Vale Primary School, Salts Street, OLDHAM, OL2 7SY · Oldham Number of places 34 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Oldham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Beal Vale Preschool, located in Oldham, has been providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children since 1975. The nursery is dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their full potential by offering an exciting, well-planned pre-school experience that ignites curiosity and fosters individual growth, aligning with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Staff are praised for their sensitive and caring approach, creating a welcoming atmosphere where children feel included and supported. The curriculum emphasises both academic development and crucial social-emotional skills, recognising the increasing importance of these in a technology-driven world. Children engage in diverse activities within both indoor and recently developed outdoor spaces, connecting with nature and fostering creativity. Beal Vale Preschool is committed to preparing children for future educational and career paths by promoting imagination and self-expression, all while prioritising their safety and well-being. Our ethos Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery is committed to fostering individual growth and igniting curiosity in children by providing a well-planned pre-school experience that aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). They aim to develop academic, social-emotional skills, imagination, and self-expression to prepare children for future endeavours. What it's like Parents and children are warmly welcomed as they arrive at the caring and nurturing preschool. Children cannot contain their excitement as they rush to see their friends and favourite toys. They benefit from a stimulating environment that is thoughtfully designed to capture their interests. Good Ofsted rating Focus on individual potential Indoor and outdoor activities Long-standing establishment ## Pricing & funding The preschool offers morning, afternoon, full day, and full week sessions for non-funded children, alongside out of school breakfast and afterschool clubs. Ad hoc hours are available, and optional meal charges apply to funded sessions. Nappies and wipes are not included in the fees. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Registration fee of £10.00 is required to guarantee a child's place. - Nappies and wipes are not included in the fees. - Meal charges of £2.50 for breakfast and snack are voluntary for funded sessions. - Parents have the option to opt-out of paying for meal charges on funded sessions at the beginning of each term. - Charges for extra-curricular activities are voluntary and will be communicated in advance. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10380363 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278726)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY395429) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/beal-vale-preschool) Beal Vale Primary School, Salts Street, OLDHAM, OL2 7SY [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.09444/53.58145/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near OLDHAM - [Day nurseries in OLDHAM](/search?q=OLDHAM) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=beal-vale-pre-school-nursery-ol2-7sy-ey395429) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon to Fri - 9am-3:30pm; BC - 7.30-8.45am, ASC - 3.15-6.00pm (Term time only) Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2009 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery Last inspected 8 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 Parents and children are warmly welcomed as they arrive at the caring and nurturing preschool. Children cannot contain their excitement as they rush to see their friends and favourite toys. They benefit from a stimulating environment that is thoughtfully designed to capture their interests. Inspector highlights - Children explore natural materials and open-ended resources that spark curiosity, such as foraging for herbs to create pretend recipes in the mud kitchen. - Effective key-person arrangements ensure that children receive personalised support. - Leaders have established a clear, well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum for all children. - Children's language development is supported well through storytelling and role play. - Partnerships with parents are a real strength, with staff communicating regularly through a digital app and involving families in home learning activities. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to consistently promote children's independence by allowing them time to think and take appropriate risks. - 2 Support staff to help children understand how their behaviour impacts others so that they begin to resolve conflicts independently. Inspection #10380363 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278726) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, especially those with communication and language delay, are supported very well. Staff work closely with external professionals, such as speech and language therapists, to ensure all children receive the support they need to make fast progress. Outdoor space Children explore natural materials and open-ended resources that spark curiosity. For instance, they forage for herbs and use them to create pretend recipes in the mud kitchen. Leaders spend funding thoughtfully to develop outdoor areas and provide targeted resources. Inspection history Date: January 2010 - May 2025 Good - June 2019 Good - March 2016 Good - January 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery ### Is Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery cost? ### Does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery accept? ### Does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery? ### How do I contact Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in OLDHAM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Beal Vale Pre-School Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement <0.2 mi ### The Childcare Village Shaw · OL2 7TD ](/nursery/the-childcare-village-ol2-7td-ey348662) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Holyrood Day Nursery Shaw Oldham · OL2 8AP 4.4(17 reviews) ](/nursery/holyrood-day-nursery-shaw-ol2-8ap-ey372043) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Rises Oldham · OL2 8PQ ](/nursery/the-rises-ol2-8pq-ey235010) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Kids Planet Newbank House Oldham · OL2 6NE 4.4(19 reviews) ](/nursery/newbank-nursery-out-of-school-club-ol2-6ne-ey289347) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Heyside Pre-school Heyside · OL2 6LY ](/nursery/heyside-pre-school-ol2-6ly-508047) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Abracadabra Pre-School Rochdale · OL16 4LD ](/nursery/abracadabra-pre-school-ol16-4ld) [See all nurseries in OLDHAM →](/search?q=OLDHAM) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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