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Cherry Blossom Preschool in Chippenham

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2024)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Luckington Community School, Luckington, Chippenham, SN14 6NU · Wiltshire
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2024
Local authority
Wiltshire

About this day nursery

Cherry Blossom Preschool, nestled in the picturesque rural landscape of Luckington, Wiltshire, offers a stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. Operating 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm, the preschool cultivates a love for learning through exploration and discovery.

As an independent family-run establishment, it prioritises the individual needs of each child and their family, fostering independence and self-esteem. The preschool boasts extensive outdoor play areas, capitalising on its countryside location, and also benefits from access to school playgrounds and woodland for enriched learning experiences.

Dedicated to providing a comprehensive Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, Cherry Blossom Preschool focuses on hands-on experiences and purposeful interactions, employing 'in the moment planning' and both adult and child-initiated activities to ensure every child reaches their full potential. They aim to make the initial school experience joyful and positive, building strong partnerships with families to support each child's development.

Our ethos

Cherry Blossom Preschool has a focus on fostering independence and self-esteem, with a commitment to providing a comprehensive Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. They utilise 'in the moment planning', child-initiated activities, and hands-on experiences to support each child's development and ensure a joyful and positive initial school experience.

What it's like

Children are cared for by a kind and welcoming staff team at this warm and friendly nursery. Leaders have implemented a curriculum that supports children to make progress in their development. Staff care for children well and aim to provide fun and meaningful experiences for all.

Family-runRural settingExtensive outdoor playEYFS curriculum

Pricing & funding

Preschool sessions are offered as mornings, afternoons, school days, or full days on both term-time and all-year contracts. Fees include all meals, snacks, and a cooked lunch. Funded sessions are subject to a supplementary charge to cover meals, consumables, and extra activities like Forest School and yoga.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare
  • Morning session£45 / session
  • Morning session£38 / session
  • Morning session£40 / session
  • Full Day session£77 / session
  • Full Day session£72.50 / session

Good to know

  • A registration fee and a refundable deposit are payable prior to starting.
  • Fees are invoiced monthly based on actual sessions used and are due by the first of the month.
  • Funding can be stretched over the whole year for children attending year-round.
  • Late payment surcharges and late pick-up fees are applied.
  • Employer childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare are accepted.

Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks per annum

Age range

2 to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Staff

Increased staff ratios

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cherry Blossom Preschool

Last inspected 6 December 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

Children are cared for by a kind and welcoming staff team at this warm and friendly nursery. Leaders have implemented a curriculum that supports children to make progress in their development. Staff care for children well and aim to provide fun and meaningful experiences for all.

Inspector highlights

  • Children demonstrate independence and take their responsibilities seriously.
  • Staff support children's communication and language development through early sign language and visual aids.
  • Staff well-being is a priority, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Children enjoy their time outside, developing fine motor skills and confidence.
  • Staff make a dedicated effort to identify and understand each child's needs, especially those with SEND.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance staff's understanding of how to extend children's learning to the highest level, so that children are sufficiently challenged.
Inspection #10367430 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff make a dedicated effort to identify and understand each child's needs. They provide strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), which is a key strength of the setting. By collaborating closely with parents and other professionals, staff ensure consistent care and actively promote children's development.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy their time outside. They mix potions carefully and listen as new language is introduced. They use pipettes to transport the water. This helps to develop their fine motor skills and prepare them for later writing.

Parent Reviews of Cherry Blossom Preschool

5.0
(1)
Christine Ashton
11 years ago

Wonderful all round early years education for young children. Caring, patient and understanding staff led by Mrs Trish Arnault Ham a dedicated lady to this Pre-School

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

6 December 2024

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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