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Caterpillar Pre School # Caterpillar Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · Mountsorrel Methodist Church Centre, Church Hill Road, Mountsorrel, LE12 7JB · Leicestershire Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Leicestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Caterpillars Pre-School offers an "Outstanding" rated early years education for children aged two to five, as recognised by Ofsted. The pre-school focuses on providing a nurturing, secure, and engaging environment where learning is centred around play and individual development. With a commitment to the safety and well-being of its pupils, the dedicated staff are continuously updating their knowledge and training across all curriculum areas. Caterpillars Pre-School prides itself on fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere where both children and practitioners learn from each other, encouraging children to explore their curiosities at their own pace. The school has received consecutive "Outstanding" ratings for both its Marks Tey and Birch settings, reflecting the consistent hard work and commitment of its team and its ability to adapt and evolve to meet the needs of its children and community. Our ethos Caterpillars Pre-School is committed to providing a nurturing, secure, and engaging environment where learning is centred around play and individual development. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere where children explore their curiosities at their own pace. What it's like Staff warmly welcome children to the pre-school, where they form secure attachments and are eager to explore and reconnect with friends. Children are encouraged to follow simple rules and are well-behaved, using manners and choosing where they want to play, both indoors and outdoors. They show good progress and especially good physical skills, with staff providing gentle support during activities like balancing. Ofsted Outstanding Play-based learning Experienced Staff ## Pricing & funding 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.caterpillarspreschool.org/fundraising) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday from 9am to 1pm and Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 2.30pm Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Caterpillar Pre School Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10316751 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244324)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY499345) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=caterpillar-pre-school-le12-7jb-ey499345) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Caterpillar Pre School Last inspected 7 March 2024 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 warmly welcome children to the pre-school, where they form secure attachments and are eager to explore and reconnect with friends. Children are encouraged to follow simple rules and are well-behaved, using manners and choosing where they want to play, both indoors and outdoors. They show good progress and especially good physical skills, with staff providing gentle support during activities like balancing. Inspector highlights - Staff benefit from a supportive training programme and opportunities to develop their knowledge, feeling enthusiastic, positive and valued. - Staff provide an environment that sparks children's curiosity and imagination, keeping them fully engaged. - Staff act as good role models, reinforcing expectations of behaviour and encouraging respect and kindness among children. - There is a highly effective key-person system in place, allowing staff in-depth knowledge of each child and strong bonds. - The pre-school curriculum prepares children for school with opportunities for concentration, independence, and community visits. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to use their interactions to build on what children already know and can do while children follow their own interests. Inspection #10316751 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244324) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children can explore indoors or go outdoors. In the outdoor space, children test their handling skills by filling and emptying buckets and hiding shapes in the sand. Outdoors, children take risks to practise their balancing, with staff providing gentle support to keep them safe. Inspection history Date: May 2018 - March 2024 Good - May 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Caterpillar Pre School ### Does Caterpillar Pre School have an Ofsted rating? ### What is the age range at Caterpillar Pre School? ### What do parents say about Caterpillar Pre School? ### Is Caterpillar Pre School a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Mountsorrel Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Caterpillar Pre School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Charnwood Pre-School Loughborough · LE12 7AJ 5.0(19 reviews) ](/nursery/charnwood-pre-school-le12-7aj-ey562091) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Castle View Day Nursery Loughborough · LE12 7BD 4.7(13 reviews) ](/nursery/castle-view-day-nursery-le12-7bd-ey499339) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rothley Park Kindergarten Rothley · LE7 7NL ](/nursery/rothley-park-kindergarten-le7-7nl-ey244466) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Charnwood Nursery & Pre-School (Rothley) Rothley · LE7 7NJ 5.0(49 reviews) ](/nursery/charnwood-nursery-pre-school-rothley-le7-7nj-2633577) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Lime Tree Cossington Rd Loughborough · LE12 7RR ](/nursery/lime-tree-cossington-rd-ltd-le12-7rr-2747619) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### School's Out Leicester · LE7 7RZ ](/nursery/school-s-out-le7-7rz-2561211) [See all nurseries in Mountsorrel →](/search?q=Mountsorrel) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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