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Bexley Forest school Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
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5.0(19 parent reviews) ·Albany Park Baptist Church, Stansted Crescent, Bexley, DA5 3JB · Bexley
Number of places
48 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Bexley

About this day nursery

Bexley Forest School Preschool, located in Bexley, offers a unique outdoor nursery experience for children aged 2 to 5 years. Registered in 2020, the setting operates using a forest school education approach, with a strong emphasis on outdoor exploration and discovery.

The curriculum is designed to encourage children to explore the world around them, develop resilience, and foster a love for learning. Children engage in a variety of stimulating activities, from chopping wood for a campfire and singing songs around it, to exploring real tools at the woodwork station and going on pretend bear hunts.

The preschool places a strong focus on physical development, allowing children to climb apparatus and navigate bridges, taking appropriate risks under the careful supervision of staff. The setting also prioritises personal development, teaching children to make friends, share, take turns, and become independent in tasks like getting changed and preparing snacks.

Communication and early literacy skills are well supported, with a culture of reading and storytelling, sign language integration, and energetic staff who engage children through songs and actions. Parent partnerships are strong, with parents reporting increased confidence in their children and good communication about their child's progress.

The overall effectiveness of Bexley Forest School Preschool was judged as 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2022.

Our ethos

Bexley Forest School Preschool operates using a forest school education approach, with a strong emphasis on outdoor exploration and discovery. The curriculum is designed to encourage children to explore the world around them, develop resilience, and foster a love for learning. Greenshoots values children's personal development, teaching them to make friends, share, take turns, and become independent.

What it's like

Children explore excitedly at this outdoor nursery. They help staff to chop wood for the fire, sit around the campfire, and sing songs. They discover the world around them and look at changes in nature, learning new words during their outdoor experiences.

Outdoor nurseryForest school approachStrong physical developmentGood communication skillsPromotes independenceStrong parent partnerships

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, except on Tuesday when the setting closes at 4pm, except for a four-week closure for holidays.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2020

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bexley Forest school Preschool

Last inspected 25 November 2022 · Kate Daurge

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 explore excitedly at this outdoor nursery. They help staff to chop wood for the fire, sit around the campfire, and sing songs. They discover the world around them and look at changes in nature, learning new words during their outdoor experiences.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff design a curriculum that has a strong intent for all children.
  • Managers and staff support the development of children's early literacy skills well.
  • Managers and staff plan ambitious opportunities for children to develop their physical skills.
  • Managers and staff support children's communication skills.
  • Parent partnerships are strong.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to plan activities which take account of the skills which individual children need to learn next
  • 2strengthen the systems for finding out about children's previous experiences to support all children to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Inspection #10251530 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

children tell them about what they have been learning at nursery

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children explore excitedly at this outdoor nursery. They help staff to chop wood for the fire, sit around the campfire and sing songs. They discover the world around them and look at changes in nature. Children go on a pretend bear hunt each day and explore real tools at the woodwork station. Children enjoy making their snack and will cook their flatbread on the campfire excitedly.

Parent Reviews of Bexley Forest school Preschool

5.0
(19)
Lawz2288
6 months ago

My twins spent 2 years at this Nursery. From day 1 they were running in and not looking back. The staff were amazing and very caring. They use the Tapestry app for keeping parents up to date woth activities. The outdoor education and the skills that they can gain is great for most children and it's good to know that there is use of the Church hall for extreme weather conditions. I would highly recommend this Nursery to any parents whose children love being outdoors.

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Zorya P
8 months ago

Bexley Forest School Nursery is a lovely place for little kids to start their nursery journey. The children have plenty of opportunities to explore outdoors, provided with heaps of various activities, including PE, dance and drama. The staff are all attentive and caring making each child to enjoy and thrive. Highly recommend the nursery!

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Andy Purcell
a year ago

Our children absolutely love Bexley Forest School! As a forest school, it provides endless opportunities for outdoor fun and learning, which we really value. The staff are incredibly attentive, caring, and dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where our kids have thrived. It’s wonderful to see how much our little ones learn and grow while having so much fun. We couldn’t recommend it more highly

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Yanki Duzbeyaz
a year ago

Bexley Forrest Nursery is a wonderful place for young children! The staff are absolutely fantastic, and Lara and her team create such a warm, welcoming environment. They truly care about each child's happiness and development, offering plenty of opportunities for play, exploration, and learning in a safe and nurturing space. The atmosphere is friendly and inclusive, making it a great place for children to grow in confidence and enjoy their early years. I highly recommend Bexley Forrest Nursery – it's a truly special place for little ones!

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Catherine B
a year ago

Our son has been attending Bexley Forest Nursery and Pre School for 2 years and he has really enjoyed his time here. It is a wonderful environment for children to play in and the staff are fantastic and very caring. We could have sent him to a nursery nearer to our house but I'm so glad we chose Bexley Forest and we will send his sibling there as well when he is old enough. Very highly recommended!

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

25 November 2022

Good

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