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Crimble Croft Pre-School # Crimble Croft Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.6 (50 parent reviews) · Aspinall Street, Heywood, OL10 4HW · Rochdale Number of places 40 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Rochdale About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Crimble Croft Community Centre serves as a central hub within its local community, dedicated to fostering positive relationships and creating a beneficial influence. Operating as a registered charity and a not-for-profit organisation, its governance is overseen by a volunteer management committee composed of trustees and directors. The centre offers a diverse array of activities and services, catering to various age groups and interests, including a pre-school programme for young children, a holiday club for older children, and social gatherings for seniors. Additionally, it hosts various clubs and support groups, such as the Heywood Lions Club, a Brownie troop, a Model Boat Club, drama and dance classes, a Girls Autism Group, and a bereavement support group. The facility also provides rooms for hire, accommodating different community needs. Situated in Heywood, the centre is committed to making a meaningful contribution to the well-being of the community it serves. What it's like Children get off to a good start in their education at this pre-school. Their physical and emotional well-being are promoted well by experienced staff. Children happily learn all the skills they need to become responsible citizens and develop communication and language skills by talking with staff often. Community-focused Charity-run Local hub ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.crimblecroft.com) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon to Friday 8:30 till 3:30 Term time only (Preschool); Out of term time 8 am till 6 pm (Holiday Club) Age range 2 to 4 yrs (Preschool); 5 to 12 (Holiday Club) Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Term time only, Full Day Care Established 2000 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Crimble Croft Pre-School Last inspected 4 January 2023 · Lois Hulley 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 get off to a good start in their education at this pre-school. Their physical and emotional well-being are promoted well by experienced staff. Children happily learn all the skills they need to become responsible citizens and develop communication and language skills by talking with staff often. Inspector highlights - Children get off to a good start in their education. - Staff understand child development well and have high expectations. - Children engage in meaningful daily activities and gain a wealth of knowledge. - The manager has embedded the key-person system effectively. - The provision for developing healthy lifestyles is very strong. Areas to develop - 1 raise the quality of coaching to help staff improve the teaching of vocabulary - 2 make curriculum information available to parents and carers to help them support their child's learning. Inspection #10264229 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206640) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Crimble Croft Pre-School Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264229 Lead inspector Lois Hulley Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206640)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/316401) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=crimble-croft-pre-school-ol10-4hw-316401) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are warmly welcomed and supported effectively by the special educational needs coordinator (SENCo). Staff work jointly with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure every child gets the best start in life. Outdoor space The manager ensures that children develop physically through active play, including football and assault courses. There are regular opportunities to play outside and move freely, supporting children to develop healthy habits. ## Parent Reviews of Crimble Croft Pre-School 4.6 (50) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX52Nb3Y2VgjwbaRqCq-hz1Bp0MOeakLyowukThFRLh6IDpw73NHg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Poet Katie Haigh a year ago Great centre. Lots of space, indoors and outdoors. Staff very friendly and helpful. Perfect for my brownie unit. Play area outside and green area. Can use main room which locks with a code for extra security. Centre utilised by many groups. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXOC1maUFREAE!2m1!1s0x487bbbaf06e15e7d:0xef0bfa4a5814dc8b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIdtWGbKF1zz9g-GldjneA-rdBfEjAXy5MUthBUpNa_onEfpg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Daniel Healey 4 years ago Absolutely amazing place for typing children. I think the lady was called Sam and she was superb with our young children. I couldn't speak more highly of them or her [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNcV9DU213RRAB!2m1!1s0x487bbbaf06e15e7d:0xef0bfa4a5814dc8b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUpm8Nu5AjQuXEs8_ipfu9WZcOoS0KRwNMJqfVFunKP8aVgSZEx=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Vera Smith 7 years ago I'm a Heywood Lions and we meet at the crumble croft community centre twice a month every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 8pm. We work for the community and do a lot for charity. Every penny we receive go back to the community or the charity we are raising for. We pay for our own administration. We only rely on the public for the public. Why don't you come and see what we do . Come and join us. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZeTl6akxBEAE!2m1!1s0x487bbbaf06e15e7d:0xef0bfa4a5814dc8b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUe5yqK9kylHrrL1yNnk_sokgx8xtl3FBl54zCtO2DxtHUM_Ttn=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Lewis Firth 5 years ago My treasured 2 year old grandson goes to the nursery there and is very happy with the loveley staff so it gives me the greatest of pleasure to award 5 stars. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURpM1BPSm1BRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bbbaf06e15e7d:0xef0bfa4a5814dc8b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI8jYl9XrtfQ_e6kjYdk5eJOXJNspgTTGXV5gXFEVZtFlazTA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Susan Davis 2 years ago Went to a Meditation workshop. The lady, Janice, who opened up and closed and also gave me a lift home was brilliant [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsenZQb3J3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487bbbaf06e15e7d:0xef0bfa4a5814dc8b) Reviews from Google for Crimble Croft Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17225136397020880011&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2011 - January 2023 Good - June 2017 Good - June 2015 Good - October 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Crimble Croft Pre-School ### Whereabouts is Crimble Croft Pre-School? ### What stands out about Crimble Croft Pre-School? ### Does Crimble Croft Pre-School run holiday club sessions? ### What is the capacity at Crimble Croft Pre-School? ### How can Crimble Croft Pre-School be contacted? ### How does Crimble Croft Pre-School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Heywood Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Crimble Croft Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Spring Willows Playgroup Heywood · OL10 1QB ](/nursery/spring-willows-playgroup-ol10-1qb-316426) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Wendy's Private Nursery & Pre-School Group Heywood · OL10 4NH 4.7(12 reviews) ](/nursery/wendy-s-private-nursery-pre-school-group-ol10-4nh-316470) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.3 mi ### Kids Planet Heywood Heywood · OL10 1AA ](/nursery/kids-planet-heywood-ol10-1aa-2811189) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### St Josephs Pre School Nursery Heywood · OL10 1AQ 4.9(15 reviews) ](/nursery/st-josephs-pre-school-nursery-ol10-1aq-ey443075) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Tiddlywinks Nursery School (Heywood) Rochdale · OL10 1EF ](/nursery/tiddlywinks-nursery-school-heywood-ltd-ol10-1ef-2840256) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Kids Planet Derby Street Rochdale · OL10 4QJ 5.0(19 reviews) ](/nursery/fisherfield-childcare-ol10-4qj-2537186) [See all nurseries in Heywood →](/search?q=Heywood) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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