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Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club # Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · 89b The Street, Capel, DORKING, RH5 5JX · Surrey Number of places 26 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Surrey About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Capel Pre-school, established in 1986, is a charitable organisation managed by a committee of dedicated parents and carers. Located in a purpose-built facility within the Scott Broadwood CofE Infant School grounds in Capel village, it provides early learning opportunities for children aged 2-5 years. The pre-school fosters a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can engage in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, promoting social, physical, and language development through interactive play. Their philosophy centres on creating a happy and secure space for children to socialise, learn, and prepare for formal schooling. Capel Pre-school prioritises individualised care, positive relationships, and strong partnerships with parents/carers. They adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, ensuring a comprehensive approach to child development that addresses each child's unique needs and promotes their confidence and self-assurance. Our ethos Capel Pre-school's philosophy centres on creating a happy and secure space for children to socialise, learn, and prepare for formal schooling, while prioritising individualised care, positive relationships, and strong partnerships with parents/carers. They adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure a comprehensive approach to child development that addresses each child's unique needs and promotes their confidence and self-assurance. What it's like Children at the pre-school are engaged and happy as they excitedly learn and play with their friends. They feel safe and secure and build strong relationships with staff who understand their individual needs. Children behave well and understand expectations for walking inside and using "kind hands". Charity-run Woodland Sessions School readiness focus ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Administration Fee £15.00 / session - Unfunded 3 Hour Session (2 yr olds) £21.00 / session - Unfunded 3 Hour Session (3-4 yr olds) £21.00 / session - Lunch Club £3.50 / session - Breakfast Club £7.00 / session See 5 more ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10279778 Lead inspector Nicola Houston Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218623)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY340155) 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://www.capelpreschool.co.uk) 89b The Street, Capel, DORKING, RH5 5JX [© 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#/-0.3197/51.15279/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near DORKING - [Day nurseries in DORKING](/search?q=DORKING) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=capel-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-rh5-5jx-ey340155) ## Key facts Opening hours Breakfast Club: 7:45am - 9:00am; Morning Session: 9:00am - 12:00pm; Lunch Club: 12:00pm - 12:30pm; Afternoon Session: 12:30pm - 3:30pm; After School Club: 3:30pm - 5:00pm Session types Breakfast Club, Morning Session, Lunch Club, Afternoon Session, After School Club, Woodland Sessions Age range 2-5 years Established 2006 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club Last inspected 21 April 2023 · Nicola Houston 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 at the pre-school are engaged and happy as they excitedly learn and play with their friends. They feel safe and secure and build strong relationships with staff who understand their individual needs. Children behave well and understand expectations for walking inside and using "kind hands". Inspector highlights - Enthusiastic staff engage children in exciting activities, such as 'bucket time', to support their listening and attention skills. - Children enjoy a range of thought-provoking learning experiences and benefit from purposeful interactions with staff to broaden their vocabulary and communication skills. - Leaders implement a literacy curriculum that aims to build children's love of reading, with children selecting books to take home. - Staff promote children's independence skills fully, with children washing hands, putting away belongings, and self-registering with confidence. - Children learn about nature through exploring the local woods, engaging in bug hunts, and growing plants and vegetables. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to continue implementing the curriculum during meal times - 2 strengthen partnership working with other settings that children attend to promote children's progress even further. Inspection #10279778 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218623) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents tell the inspector how happy they are with the communication they receive from staff at the nursery." > "They also explain how supportive staff are with any additional queries they might have." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children paint pictures of flowers and play with soil and pots in the garden. Staff excitedly read stories such as 'The Gruffalo' as they sit in small groups in the outside area. Children learn about nature through exploring the local woods and engaging in exciting bug hunts. Inspection history Date: September 2010 - April 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - October 2015 Good - September 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club ### What stands out about the care and learning at Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club? ### What are the fees at Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club? ### Does Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club have an Ofsted rating? ### When is Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club open? ### Which funded childcare hours does Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club accept? ### Is Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club a day nursery or preschool? ### How many children are on roll at Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club? ## Nearby day nurseries in DORKING Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Capel Pre-school and Out of School Club. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Rusper Playgroup Horsham · RH12 4PZ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/rusper-playgroup-rh12-4pz-113686) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.3 mi ### Little Barn Owls at Bohunt Horsham · RH12 6AP ](/nursery/little-barn-owls-at-bohunt-rh12-6ap-2880493) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.6 mi ### Solid Rock Pre-School Horsham · RH12 3RH ](/nursery/solid-rock-pre-school-rh12-3rh-ey548075) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.7 mi ### Bear And Bunny Nursery Horley · RH6 0BJ 5.0(15 reviews) ](/nursery/bear-and-bunny-nursery-rh6-0bj-ey494975) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.7 mi ### Bear And Bunny Nursery At The Farmhouse Horley · RH6 0BJ 5.0(15 reviews) ](/nursery/bear-and-bunny-nursery-at-the-farmhouse-rh6-0bj-ey542336) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Horsham Horsham · RH12 5JL 4.3(9 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-horsham-rh12-5jl-ey486897) [See all nurseries in DORKING →](/search?q=DORKING) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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