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Bolton Le Sands Pre-School # Bolton Le Sands Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2023) · OFF PACKET LANE BOLTON-LE-SANDS, CARNFORTH, LA5 8DW · Lancashire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bolton Le Sands Pre-School, located in Carnforth, was registered in 1992 and provides an outstanding early years provision for children aged 2 to 8 years. The pre-school operates during term time, offering sessions from 9 am to 3 pm, with additional before- and after-school care and a holiday club. Children thrive in a nurturing environment where independence and self-esteem are fostered through well-established routines and excellent sequential teaching. The curriculum is ambitious, well-structured, and creatively delivered, building on children's prior knowledge and embedding new learning. The setting places a strong emphasis on developing children's motivation and curiosity, encouraging them to initiate their own investigations and providing guidance as needed. Children are highly confident, move freely between indoor and outdoor environments, and learn to keep themselves safe from a young age. The pre-school also utilises a nearby playground to promote physical development. Leaders are commended for their clear vision, consulting with staff and parents to create tailored learning experiences. The pre-school provides exceptional and personalised learning opportunities through differentiated teaching and high expectations for all children. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive outstanding support from a passionate and experienced coordinator, ensuring excellent progress. Parent partnerships are strong, with parents feeling well-informed and appreciative of the diverse learning experiences offered, including visits to local places of worship and community buildings. The pre-school actively involves parents by utilising their occupations and skills to broaden children's awareness of the wider world. Children are encouraged to be independent in their learning, with resources such as scissors readily available to refine fine motor skills and promote safety awareness. The transition to primary school is meticulously planned and exceptionally well-managed, equipping children with essential skills and knowledge. Leaders are dedicated to staff professional development, resulting in a highly motivated team that delivers remarkable care and education, particularly in addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's speech, language, mannerisms, and behaviours. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with a clean and vibrant learning environment, comprehensive risk management education for children, strong parent partnerships for online safety, and a highly knowledgeable staff team confident in safeguarding procedures and whistle-blowing policies. Our ethos This pre-school is committed to fostering children's motivation and curiosity by encouraging them to initiate their own investigations, while also providing a nurturing environment that fosters independence and self-esteem through established routines and excellent sequential teaching. They aim to provide ambitious, well-structured, and creatively delivered curriculum that builds on prior knowledge and embeds new learning, with a strong emphasis on personalised learning opportunities through differentiated teaching and high expectations for all children. What it's like Children thrive in this nurturing pre-school, showing independence and eagerness to learn. They are highly motivated and curious, initiating their own investigations during outdoor play. Learning is creatively delivered through a seamless curriculum, building on prior knowledge and solidifying new learning. Outstanding overall effectiveness Nurturing environment Exceptional independence and self-esteem Ambitious and creative curriculum Strong SEND support Excellent parent partnerships ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bolton Le Sands Pre-School Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10279950 Lead inspector Susie Mortin Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222352)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/309240) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bolton-le-sands-pre-school-la5-8dw-309240) ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am until 3pm, with before- and after-school care from 7.30am until 8.50am and 3.20pm until 6pm. A holiday club operates throughout the school holidays, with the exception of the Christmas holidays and bank holidays. Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1992 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bolton Le Sands Pre-School Last inspected 26 May 2023 · Susie Mortin Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive in this nurturing pre-school, showing independence and eagerness to learn. They are highly motivated and curious, initiating their own investigations during outdoor play. Learning is creatively delivered through a seamless curriculum, building on prior knowledge and solidifying new learning. Inspector highlights - Children are extremely independent, applying their own sun cream and organising belongings. - Children show towering levels of motivation and curiosity, initiating their own investigations. - Leaders have a clear vision for an ambitious and well-structured curriculum, tailored to suit children's needs. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported by a passionate and experienced coordinator with targeted plans. - Transitions to primary school are of high importance and exceptionally well managed, preparing children with a wealth of skills and knowledge. Inspection #10279950 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222352) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "parents say that the pre-school is at the heart of the community, and appreciate the variety of learning experiences it offers." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported by a passionate and experienced special educational needs and disabilities coordinator. Children with SEND have targeted plans, which are developed alongside parents and specialist outside agencies. As a result, they make excellent progress. Outdoor space During outdoor play, children initiate their own investigations, such as looking for bugs. Children are highly confident as they move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments, and leaders utilise the nearby playground as often as possible to promote children's physical development. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2023 Date: March 2012 - May 2023 Outstanding - September 2017 Good - May 2015 Good - March 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Bolton Le Sands Pre-School ### Is Bolton Le Sands Pre-School a good nursery? ### What is Bolton Le Sands Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School cost? ### Does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Bolton Le Sands Pre-School's opening hours? ### What age range does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School accept? ### Does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School have outdoor space? ### How does Bolton Le Sands Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Bolton Le Sands Pre-School? ### How do I contact Bolton Le Sands Pre-School or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in CARNFORTH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bolton Le Sands Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Crag Bank Under Fives Crag Bank · LA5 9EG ](/nursery/crag-bank-under-fives-la5-9eg-309280) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Nippers Day Nursery Carnforth · LA5 9LE ](/nursery/nippers-day-nursery-ltd-la5-9le-309733) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Furnace Barn Day Nursery Lancaster · LA2 6LU ](/nursery/furnace-barn-day-nursery-la2-6lu-ey454577) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.9 mi ### Total Tots Lancaster · LA1 3PE ](/nursery/total-tots-ltd-la1-3pe-ey259485) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Sandcastles Nursery and Beach School Morecambe · LA4 6AA 5.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/sandcastles-nursery-and-beach-school-la4-6aa-ey476948) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Tiny Treasures Lancaster · LA1 2TY ](/nursery/tiny-treasures-la1-2ty-2515646) [See all nurseries in CARNFORTH →](/search?q=CARNFORTH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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