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Cherry Tree Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·The Scout Hut, Cheriton Recreation Ground, Cheriton, SO24 0QQ · Hampshire
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2022
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Cherry Tree Pre-School, located in the heart of Cheriton, Hampshire, is a nurturing, charity-run early years setting. Situated advantageously beside a recreational ground and playground, the pre-school offers ample outdoor space for children aged two until school entry, fostering active play regardless of the weather.

Inside "the Hut," a welcoming environment filled with a home corner, quiet reading area, and creative zones allows children to explore independently. The pre-school prides itself on a high adult-to-child ratio, ensuring personalised care and attention for every child.

Operating from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday, and closing at 3:00 pm on Fridays, Cherry Tree Pre-School integrates structured activities with free-flow play, both indoors and outdoors. Daily routines include a "Hello Circle" incorporating Makaton, shared snack and lunch times, adult-led group activities to develop new skills, and story time sessions.

The pre-school committee, composed of parent volunteers, actively involves families in the running of the setting, benefiting both the children's learning and the community spirit.

Our ethos

Cherry Tree Pre-School provides a nurturing environment with a blend of structured activities and free-flow play, both indoors and outdoors. They incorporate Makaton, adult-led skill development, and story time into their daily routines, emphasising a high adult-to-child ratio for personalised care. The pre-school also values parent involvement in its operations.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at this small pre-school, where there are high expectations for all children. They receive a warm welcome from staff, which helps them to settle quickly. All children make good progress in their learning and development.

Charity-runHigh adult-to-child ratioFocus on outdoor playParent committee involvement

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, Friday: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Food

Children bring their own healthy snack and lunch.

Age range

2 years to school age

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cherry Tree Pre-School

Last inspected 29 September 2022 · Nina Lambkin

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 enjoy their time at this small pre-school, where there are high expectations for all children. They receive a warm welcome from staff, which helps them to settle quickly. All children make good progress in their learning and development.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has a clear curriculum approach and is ambitious for children.
  • The manager has successful strategies in place that promote partnerships with parents, local schools and other professionals.
  • Children enjoy a range of experiences that support their physical skills.
  • Staff support children to build a love of stories and books.
  • The manager provides staff with regular professional development opportunities online and face to face.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen opportunities for children to learn about cultural diversity outside of their own community
  • 2raise staff's understanding of the importance of effective questioning to help children to further enhance their critical-thinking skills.
Inspection #10228786 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager ensures that additional funding for children targets their specific needs. All children make good progress in relation to their individual starting points.

Outdoor space

Children move around the pre-school and outdoor area confidently. Staff plan the environment so that children have opportunities to engage in an interesting range of learning experiences inside and outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Cherry Tree Pre-School

5.0
(1)
Cheryl Rich
12 years ago

My son absolutely loved his time at Cherry Tree Pre School! They get the opportunity to take part in so many varied activities outside & inside, as well as some fabulous trips such as to the local Fire Station and a woodland walk. It's wonderful to see how each of the children grow in confidence during their time there. The staff are fantastic and so committed to Cherry Tree and each individual child. And the location couldn't be more perfect. In the lovely Hampshire village of Cheriton, at the recreation ground, surrounded by green fields, with its own landscaped garden and right next to the village park, ideal for stretching those little limbs & getting plenty of healthy fresh air. I couldn't recommend Cherry Tree Pre School enough!

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Inspection history

Date: November 2013

  • September 2022Good
  • January 2017Good
  • November 2013Good

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