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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Coltishall & Horstead Preschool # Coltishall & Horstead Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2024) · Coltishall Village Hall And Recreation Ground, 41 Rectory Road, Norwich, NR12 7HL · Norfolk Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2024 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Catering to children aged 2 to 4 years, the nursery received a "Good" rating from Ofsted in its latest inspection on 23rd October 2024. The staff at Coltishall & Horstead Preschool focus on building strong bonds with children and their families, providing effective support for settling in with personalised approaches. The environment is thoughtfully arranged, allowing children to freely choose resources and become deeply involved in their explorations. This familiarity, along with strong relationships with staff, helps children develop confidence in a nurturing setting. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with regular trips to their allotment. Here, children experience the joys of nature, learn about growing, and are taught important life skills such as road safety, listening to instructions, and caring for animals, including tending to chickens and collecting eggs. When children require additional support, the staff work closely with parents, carers, and other professionals to plan and deliver a curriculum that ensures all children make progress in their learning and development. What it's like Children are very busy and happy at this lovely community pre-school. Staff build strong bonds with the children and their families, providing effective support for settling in. The well-laid-out environment allows children to freely access resources, make choices, and become deeply involved in their explorations. Community-focused Outdoor learning Strong bonds Mathematical experiences Physical skills Love of books ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8.35am to 3pm Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Coltishall & Horstead Preschool Last inspected 23 October 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 very busy and happy at this lovely community pre-school. Staff build strong bonds with the children and their families, providing effective support for settling in. The well-laid-out environment allows children to freely access resources, make choices, and become deeply involved in their explorations. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers have introduced a curriculum designed to fully involve children in their learning. - Children benefit from a wealth of mathematical experiences and language. - Children develop confidence in their physical skills and high levels of self-confidence and resilience. - Children develop a love of books and stories, learning emotional intelligence. - Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with an open and positive culture. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff skills further to improve the already good level of teaching so that children further benefit from the desired curriculum intentions. Inspection #10355098 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262638) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Coltishall & Horstead Preschool Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10355098 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262638)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY501142) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=coltishall-horstead-preschool-nr12-7hl-ey501142) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision When children need additional support to thrive, staff work closely with parents, carers and other professionals. They plan and deliver a curriculum that ensures all children make progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children benefit from regular trips to the pre-school allotment, where they experience the joy of growing and nature. Staff use these opportunities to teach children important life skills, such as road safety, listening to instructions, and caring for animals. Inspection history Date: November 2018 - October 2024 Good - November 2018 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Coltishall & Horstead Preschool ### How does Coltishall & Horstead Preschool support children with SEND? ### What is the capacity at Coltishall & Horstead Preschool? ### What is Coltishall & Horstead Preschool working on developing? ### Does Coltishall & Horstead Preschool have an Ofsted rating? ## Nearby day nurseries in Norwich Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Coltishall & Horstead Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Brightstart Montessori Nursery, Scottow Scottow · NR10 5AQ ](/nursery/brightstart-montessori-nursery-scottow-nr10-5aq-ey375401) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Stepping Stones Day Nursery Spixworth Norwich · NR10 3PX ](/nursery/stepping-stones-day-nursery-spixworth-nr10-3px-ey454154) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Swanton Abbott Pre-School Norwich · NR10 5DZ ](/nursery/swanton-abbott-pre-school-nr10-5dz-ey370040) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.0 mi ### Rainbow Childrens Nursery North Walsham · NR28 9SA 5.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/rainbow-childrens-nursery-nr28-9sa-ey219253) [See all nurseries in Norwich →](/search?q=Norwich) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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