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Cottam Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(May 2024)
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5.0(10 parent reviews) ·Sandy Lane, Cottam, Preston, PR4 0LE · Lancashire
Number of places
68 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2024
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

Cottam Nursery School, nestled in the historic village setting, provides a warm and nurturing environment for children aged 2-5. With over three decades of experience, this family-run nursery is dedicated to celebrating childhood, focusing on fun and enjoyment during these formative years.

The nursery fosters an atmosphere where children can grow in confidence and reach their full potential. Operated on a term-time only basis, it caters to families seeking childcare that aligns with school holidays, a unique offering that supports a collaborative approach to a child's care and education.

An optional Holiday Club is also available for extended childcare needs, even accommodating former attendees up to the age of 8. The nursery prides itself on its research-backed practices, guided by an Early Years Professional with a master's in education, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

What it's like

Children feel happy and secure and are welcomed by skilled staff who know them and their families well. They engage well with the learning environment and make secure relationships with key adults, supporting their happiness and well-being. Children enjoy coming to the nursery and learn new skills as they play happily.

Family-runTerm-time onlyHoliday ClubRural environment

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00-17:00 hrs (term time only)

Age range

2-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

Term-time only, Holiday Club

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cottam Nursery School

Last inspected 2 May 2024 · Emma Ashcroft

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 feel happy and secure and are welcomed by skilled staff who know them and their families well. They engage well with the learning environment and make secure relationships with key adults, supporting their happiness and well-being. Children enjoy coming to the nursery and learn new skills as they play happily.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and staff work hard to develop very good parent partnerships.
  • Children benefit from frequent visitors to the setting, supporting their developing physical skills and learning about the world around them.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are particularly well supported by highly skilled staff who use Makaton sign language and visual cards.
  • Children are encouraged to be more independent, preparing their own snack and learning handwashing skills.
  • The manager has developed a progressive curriculum that builds on children's knowledge, understanding and skills as they progress through the nursery, developing physical skills both indoors and outdoors.

Areas to develop

  • 1embed the curriculum consistently across the provision to help children to make the best progress possible in literacy and mathematics.
Inspection #10333095 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are particularly well supported by highly skilled staff who use Makaton sign language. This helps children to communicate. Children are helped to make choices using visual cards. This supports them to manage feelings and behaviour. Staff are trained to identify children with delayed language skills, meaning children are identified early and families are offered help from other agencies.

Outdoor space

Children show that they love playing in the safe space of the garden. The older children chatter as they share pedal bikes, promoting their physical development and helping them to develop their communication and language skills. Younger children play outside harmoniously alongside their older friends. There is a new reading shed outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Cottam Nursery School

5.0
(10)
Emma C
11 months ago

I cannot recommend this nursery enough. My daughter loves attending and always tells me about the different activities she has done throughout the day. She gets excited to see her friends and also her teachers. We have felt so welcomed since day one, the staff are an absolute credit. I love how every morning they welcome each individual child in making them feel safe and secure at the start of their day!

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Kathryn Moss
11 months ago

All 3 of my girls have been to this nursery over the years and it is just such a lovely setting. Staff care and are knowledgeable. It's a smaller nursery to others, which I feel is just perfect and gives a family feel to it. Highly recommended.. I tell everyone about it

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Dimi Os
11 months ago

From the moment we first visited, we were impressed by the warm, welcoming environment and the genuine care shown by all staff. Our child settled in quickly, and we’ve seen such incredible growth in their confidence, communication, and social skills. We highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing, fun, and educational setting for their child. Thank you to the amazing team for giving our little one the best possible start!

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Rachel Loftus
11 months ago

My son thoroughly enjoys his time at Cottam Nursery School and has thrived since joining. All of the staff are so lovely and go above and beyond to help. Professional, approachable, friendly, caring. It's quite clear that they love their jobs, their passion shines through. I can't thank Mrs Bolton-Rigby and the team enough for their support.

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Amber-lee Blackburn
11 months ago

Great Nursery right on our door step! My child loves it and has made so many new friends and learnt so much since being there! Fantastic staff who go above and beyond in making my child feel so welcome, happy and safe! Love seeing my child grow

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

2 May 2024

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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