Session types
Monday to Friday mornings (8.30am to 11.30am), Monday to Friday afternoons (12.30pm to 3.30pm), All day (8.30am to 3.30pm), Breakfast Club (from 8am), Holiday Club
Compton Pre-School
Ofsted: Good
(May 2025)
Number of places
26 places
Age range
3–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2025
Local authority
Plymouth
About this day nursery
Compton Pre-School, established in September 1997, is a privately owned early years setting located within the grounds of Compton C of E Primary School in Plymouth. Registered with Ofsted to provide care for children from the term they turn three until they begin school, the pre-school has achieved an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted in October 2019.
The dedicated team, led by Mrs. Sam Matthews as Manager, comprises six fully qualified staff members holding NVQ3 or higher childcare qualifications, a diploma in pre-school practice, or qualified teacher status. The pre-school operates during term time with morning and afternoon sessions, offering an all-day option where children bring a packed lunch.
They also provide a breakfast club and a holiday club on select days. Committed to fostering community links, Compton Pre-School engages with local initiatives like Greenacres Residential Home and Collings Park Trust, and implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to promote confidence and learning.
Our ethos
Compton Pre-School is committed to fostering community links and implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to promote confidence and learning.
What it's like
The children receive a warm welcome on arrival and are met at the gate where parents communicate with friendly and helpful staff. Staff use information from parents to create a nurturing environment that supports belonging, and children enter happily, received by further members of staff, and sit down for a short carpet time. The curriculum offers a wide range of activities both inside and outside of the classroom and is built around the children's interests.
Ofsted Outstanding (2019)Experienced and Qualified StaffCommunity-FocusedEYFS Curriculum
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
- Hourly rate (non-funded or additional hours)£7 / hour
Key facts
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 11.30am and 12.30pm to 3.30pm; Breakfast club from 8am; Holiday club on certain days
Age range
From the term children turn 3 until school age
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
1997
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Compton Pre-School
Last inspected 19 May 2025 · Naomi Beck
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
The children receive a warm welcome on arrival and are met at the gate where parents communicate with friendly and helpful staff. Staff use information from parents to create a nurturing environment that supports belonging, and children enter happily, received by further members of staff, and sit down for a short carpet time. The curriculum offers a wide range of activities both inside and outside of the classroom and is built around the children's interests.
Inspector highlights
- Strong partnership with parents who value regular and consistent communication.
- Close links with the local community, including weekly visits to a local care home.
- Staff know the children and their families well and invest time to understand individual needs.
- Staff prioritise children's personal, social and emotional well-being through genuine relationships.
- Children are well prepared for transitioning to school through experiences within the main school setting and effective communication between professionals.
Areas to develop
- 1embed children's next steps in the planning to build a curriculum based on what the children know and can do to further their progress.
Inspection #10398174 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents commented on their appreciation of staff for the care and emotional support provided for their children.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported by all staff, who ensure their needs are met, working in close collaboration with the parents. Information is shared with schools, supporting a smooth transition and best possible outcomes.
Outdoor space
The curriculum offers a wide range of activities both inside and outside. Children benefit from the use of a planter within a community allotment and have enjoyed opportunities to plant and grow different fruits and vegetables.
Inspection history
Date: January 2011
- May 2025Good
- October 2019Outstanding
- November 2014Outstanding
- January 2011Good
Frequently asked about Compton Pre-School
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