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Colgate Pre-School # Colgate Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · Colgate Memorial Hall, Blackhouse Road, Horsham, RH13 6HS · West Sussex Number of places 38 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Colgate Pre-school is an early years setting in Horsham that offers a stimulating and secure environment for children to learn and grow at their own pace. The preschool focuses on developing children academically, creatively, emotionally, physically, and socially through a carefully planned curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). They offer a range of activities and learning opportunities, with all seven areas of learning available both indoors and outdoors throughout the day. The curriculum is tailored to individual children's preferences and learning styles, with key workers creating individual learning plans and documenting progress in Personal Learning Journals. The preschool is committed to encouraging independence, self-respect, and positive relationships with peers and adults, while also fostering an understanding of appropriate behaviour and respect for diversity. Physical development is supported through various equipment and a free-flow outdoor area, and children are encouraged to be active learners. Colgate Pre-school is rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Our ethos The preschool focuses on developing children academically, creatively, emotionally, physically, and socially through a carefully planned curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). They are committed to encouraging independence, self-respect, and positive relationships, while also fostering an understanding of appropriate behaviour and respect for diversity. The curriculum is tailored to individual children's preferences and learning styles. What it's like Children behave well and respond positively when staff engage with them, focusing intently on chosen activities with gentle support. They are supported to learn how to look after themselves with embedded daily routines like handwashing and serving themselves at snack time. EYFS Curriculum Forest School sessions Individual Learning Plans Outdoor Learning ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age bands across full-day, morning, and afternoon sessions. Standard rates apply for non-funded hours, and an additional weekly charge is applied for forest school sessions. Government funding for eligible children can be used across all available session types. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) - Forest school extra charge £20 / week - Full day session (under 2s) £90 / day - Morning session (under 2s) £45 / session - Afternoon session (under 2s) £45 / session - Full day session (2 years) £71.25 / day See 5 more Good to know - Invoices are issued half-termly and must be paid in full via bank transfer within the first week. - A half term's notice is required to withdraw a child. - No refunds are provided for child absence or holidays, but fees are not charged during forced closures. - An additional weekly charge applies for children attending forest school sessions. - Fees are reviewed by the committee every six months. - The pre-school accepts children from the term in which they turn two years old. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Colgate Pre-School Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10389621 Lead inspector Hayley Kiely Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278144)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/113443) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=colgate-pre-school-rh13-6hs-113443) ## Key facts Session types Full day: 8.15am-3.45pm, Morning session: 8.15am-12.00pm, Afternoon session: 12.00pm - 3.45pm Opening hours Monday to Friday 8.15am-3.45pm Age range under 2s, 2 years, 3-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1992 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Colgate Pre-School Last inspected 17 March 2025 · Hayley Kiely 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 behave well and respond positively when staff engage with them, focusing intently on chosen activities with gentle support. They are supported to learn how to look after themselves with embedded daily routines like handwashing and serving themselves at snack time. Inspector highlights - Leaders design an ambitious curriculum that aims to support all children to make good progress. - Leaders and staff value the importance of getting to know all children and their families extremely well. - Staff receive strong support from leaders for their well-being and professional development. - Staff implement an exciting curriculum which overall, is taught well. - Children are supported to develop their language skills. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consistently provide high-quality interactions to fully extend children's learning and thinking skills. Inspection #10389621 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278144) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision When children struggle to regulate their feelings, staff speak calmly and help to redirect their attention. This supports children to quickly re-engage in their learning. Staff recognise when to step in to help children, and when to give them time to complete these tasks on their own. This provides children with support that is precisely targeted to meet their individual needs. Outdoor space Children benefit from opportunities to develop their physical skills. For instance, staff encourage them to move their bodies in different ways as they take part in music activities. Tuesday morning sessions offer forest school activities. Inspection history Date: September 2010 - March 2025 Good - May 2019 Outstanding - April 2015 Outstanding - September 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Colgate Pre-School ### What curriculum approach does Colgate Pre-School use? ### Is Colgate Pre-School a private nursery? ### How can Colgate Pre-School be contacted? ### Which funded childcare hours does Colgate Pre-School accept? ### How does Colgate Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What outdoor space does Colgate Pre-School have? ## Nearby day nurseries in Horsham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Colgate Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Broadfield Nursery Crawley · RH11 9HJ ](/nursery/broadfield-nursery-cic-rh11-9hj-ey474981) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Bewbush Community Nursery Crawley · RH11 8XW ](/nursery/bewbush-community-nursery-cic-rh11-8xw-ey462035) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Little Barn Owls Nursery and Farm School Horsham · RH12 4RU ](/nursery/little-barn-owls-nursery-and-farm-school-rh12-4ru-2692081) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Stepping Stones Playschool Crawley · RH11 8HW 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/stepping-stones-playschool-rh11-8hw-ey302404) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Leechpool Caterpillar Nursery & After School Club Horsham · RH13 6AG ](/nursery/leechpool-caterpillar-nursery-after-school-club-rh13-6ag-2566817) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Caterpillars Pre-School (Sussex) Crawley · RH11 8QL 3.5(10 reviews) ](/nursery/caterpillars-pre-school-sussex-limited-rh11-8ql-ey496854) [See all nurseries in Horsham →](/search?q=Horsham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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