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Cranmer Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2022)
·Cranmer Preschool, c/o Archbishop Cranmer Primary School, Aslockton, NG13 9AW · Nottinghamshire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2022
Local authority
Nottinghamshire

About this day nursery

Cranmer Pre-School, situated in Aslockton, caters to children from two years old, offering a stimulating environment for early development. While independently operated, it maintains strong ties with Archbishop Cranmer C of E Academy, with many children transitioning to the primary school.

The pre-school encourages extensive outdoor play within its secure facilities and the school's playing field, arranging regular village excursions to broaden children's experiences. Dedicated and experienced staff, many with over two decades of service, prioritise a fun and vibrant learning atmosphere.

The curriculum is child-centred, focusing on individual interests and learning through play, fostering independence and creativity. Recognising the needs of working parents, Cranmer Pre-School also provides popular Breakfast, After School, and Holiday clubs, welcoming children from surrounding areas.

The team is proficient in food preparation and hygiene, ensuring healthy meals tailored to various dietary needs. Furthermore, all staff members are qualified in paediatric first aid and food hygiene, and the pre-school holds the Millies Mark Accreditation, demonstrating a commitment to high safety standards and staff training.

Our ethos

Cranmer Pre-School's child-centred curriculum focuses on individual interests and learning through play, fostering independence and creativity. They are committed to providing a fun and vibrant learning atmosphere, encouraging extensive outdoor play and broadening children's experiences through village excursions.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed into the pre-school by a caring, friendly and well-established staff team. Children make their own choices about activities they want to engage in and enjoy playing with friends. They are happy and feel safe and secure, with staff offering cuddles when needed.

Child-centred learningStrong ties with local primary schoolExtensive outdoor playBreakfast, Afterschool, and Holiday ClubsMillies Mark Accreditation

Pricing & funding

  • Hourly Rate£7.95 / hour
  • Breakfast Club£9.90
  • Morning Session£23.85
  • Lunchtime Session£17.85
  • Hot Lunch (additional cost)£2.45

Key facts

Food

Healthy snacks and meals provided; hot lunch option available for an extra charge; packed lunches required for full-day holiday club sessions

Session types

Morning Session, Lunch Session, Afternoon Session, Breakfast Club, After School Club, Holiday Club

Opening hours

Monday to Friday

Age range

2 years old and up

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cranmer Pre-School

Last inspected 15 September 2022

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 warmly welcomed into the pre-school by a caring, friendly and well-established staff team. Children make their own choices about activities they want to engage in and enjoy playing with friends. They are happy and feel safe and secure, with staff offering cuddles when needed.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are warmly welcomed by a caring, friendly and well-established staff team.
  • A wide range of activities inspire children to explore the environment and make their own choices.
  • The outdoor area is well used with a wide range of resources.
  • Children behave well, are well-mannered and polite.
  • The manager and staff work hard to implement a curriculum that builds on what children know and can already do.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to improve the implementation of group activities, to ensure that they consistently engage children and provide appropriate levels of challenge
  • 2ensure staff allow children more time to share their own knowledge, think their ideas through, and respond to questions they are asked, to maximise their learning.
Inspection #10138532 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children enjoy fresh air outdoors, as they practise developing their physical skills, ride tricycles and push cars along. The outdoor area is well used and all children have the opportunity to play outside every day.

Inspection history

Date: December 2009

  • September 2022Good
  • December 2014Outstanding
  • December 2009Good

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