Opening hours
Monday and Thursday: 8.50am to 11.50am; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 8.50am to 2.50pm
Christ Church Pre-School in Fleet
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Feb 2025)
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2025
Local authority
Hampshire
About this day nursery
Christ Church Pre-School, located in Church Crookham, Hampshire, is a well-regarded and established early years setting. The pre-school prides itself on fostering a warm and supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to learn through playful exploration.
The dedicated team works in close collaboration with parents and carers to ensure every child feels valued and supported in their individual developmental journey. An "Outstanding" Ofsted rating, achieved on their inspection in February 2025, reflects their commitment to providing exceptional care and education, with a strong focus on children's emotional well-being.
The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, allowing for a responsive approach that incorporates children's interests and encourages their active contribution. The pre-school operates as a "pack away" setting, enabling a dynamic environment with different indoor and outdoor resources daily.
They welcome children from two years old and strive to create a smooth settling-in process by working closely with families to address any individual needs. The outdoor facilities include a secure paved area, opportunities for nature walks within the church grounds, and a small space for gardening, all enhanced by a large sun-sail for protection.
Our ethos
The pre-school's approach is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, incorporating children's interests and encouraging their active contribution. They prioritise playful exploration and a responsive approach to ensure children feel valued and supported in their individual developmental journeys. They foster a warm and supportive atmosphere with a strong focus on children's emotional well-being.
What it's like
Children are exceptionally well supported by staff to feel comfortable, safe and ready to learn. Staff offer each child 'golden time' where they individually greet them each day. Leaders and staff plan a varied and challenging curriculum that aims to give children the best possible start in life.
Church-runOfsted OutstandingLearning Through PlayStrong Parent Partnerships
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Age range
2 years old and onwards
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Christ Church Pre-School
Last inspected 14 February 2025
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 are exceptionally well supported by staff to feel comfortable, safe and ready to learn. Staff offer each child 'golden time' where they individually greet them each day. Leaders and staff plan a varied and challenging curriculum that aims to give children the best possible start in life.
Inspector highlights
- Children are exceptionally well supported to feel comfortable, safe and ready to learn.
- Children demonstrate a 'can-do' attitude and persevere with challenging tasks.
- Leaders and staff plan a varied and challenging curriculum.
- Staff know the children very well and finely tune individual next steps.
- Children benefit from opportunities to learn about the wider world and take part in meaningful cultural celebrations.
Inspection #10376164 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
"Parents overwhelmingly report that staff are nurturing and they offer the very best care for their children."
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff know the children they care for very well. They plan and finely tune individual next steps for children. For instance, staff understand which children need more support to build sentences or time to develop their attention and focus. They plan highly engaging activities to motivate children to learn, such as through language groups. This ensures all children make excellent progress in their learning.
Parent Reviews of Christ Church Pre-School
5.0
(1)
Richard Earl
3 years ago
I can’t recommend this preschool highly enough. Both of my children went here and were very happy. The staff are warm, friendly and really care for the children. They went above and beyond for them and for us as a family.
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Inspection history
Date: July 2011
- February 2025Outstanding
- May 2019Outstanding
- November 2014Outstanding
- July 2011Good
Frequently asked about Christ Church Pre-School
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