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Datchworth Pre-School # Datchworth Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Datchworth Village Hall, 52 Datchworth Green, Datchworth, SG3 6TL · Hertfordshire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Datchworth Pre-School is an inclusive nursery situated in the scenic village of Datchworth, offering a stimulating environment for children aged 2 to 4 years old. The preschool operates during term-time, from 9 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday, providing both half and full-day sessions. Housed in a purpose-built classroom with an attached indoor hall, the facility also boasts a covered outdoor area, ensuring continuous free-flow play regardless of weather conditions. The dedicated team of qualified staff is committed to fostering a warm and caring atmosphere where children are encouraged to learn and develop with enthusiasm. An active management committee supports the preschool with administration and fundraising efforts, contributing to its community-focused ethos. The preschool welcomes children from various areas and regularly has spaces available, inviting prospective families to get in touch or arrange a visit to experience its nurturing environment firsthand. What it's like Children arrive with enthusiasm to start their day at this warm and caring pre-school. They demonstrate self-confidence as they leave their parents independently. Staff value children as individuals from the moment they start and work closely with families to ensure a smooth transition, building children's interests into their curriculum. Rural setting Purpose-built classroom Covered outdoor area Term-time only ## 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://datchworthpreschool.co.uk/contact-details) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday – 9am to 3pm Age range 2 to 4 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Session types half day sessions, full day sessions Waitlist Spaces available Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Datchworth Pre-School Last inspected 26 January 2023 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 arrive with enthusiasm to start their day at this warm and caring pre-school. They demonstrate self-confidence as they leave their parents independently. Staff value children as individuals from the moment they start and work closely with families to ensure a smooth transition, building children's interests into their curriculum. Inspector highlights - Staff know the children well and have a good understanding of child development, planning next steps in learning to ensure progress. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well with individual plans and relevant strategies. - Children have regular access to outside play and fresh air, developing language, turn-taking, climbing, and pedaling skills. - Partnership with parents is very strong, with parents commenting on the dedication and passion of the experienced, kind staff. - Children are encouraged to be independent and staff take them on visits in their local community to develop understanding of the natural world. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to coherently plan and sequence the curriculum, so that teaching is focused on the skills and knowledge children need to learn next - 2 strengthen opportunities for children to learn about cultural diversity in the wider world, to ensure they develop an understanding and tolerance of one another in modern Britain. Inspection #10264017 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208926) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Datchworth Pre-School Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264017 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208926)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/146430) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=datchworth-pre-school-sg3-6tl-146430) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children are nurtured and cared for in exemplary manner > their children have benefitted from the wisdom, guidance and the careful planning of activities that staff offer Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with a special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. They have an individual plan with specific, achievable targets. These targets include relevant strategies and resources to help children make progress, such as objects of reference or picture cards. The setting is inclusive and staff ensure children feel welcome and settled. Outdoor space Children have regular access to outside play and fresh air. They delight as they play games with one another and staff. This helps to develop children's language development and turn-taking skills. Children have opportunities to develop their climbing and pedaling skills. Inspection history Date: March 2011 - January 2023 Good - May 2017 Good - June 2015 Good - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Datchworth Pre-School ### What ages of children does Datchworth Pre-School look after? ### What is Datchworth Pre-School working on improving? ### How did Datchworth Pre-School do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How does Datchworth Pre-School support children with SEND? ### Where is Datchworth Pre-School located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Datchworth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Datchworth Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### St Michael's Pre-school Woolmer Green · SG3 6JP ](/nursery/st-michael-s-pre-school-sg3-6jp-ey272315) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Mardley Hill Welwyn · AL6 0UE ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-mardley-hill-al6-0ue-148131) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Knebworth Pre-School Group Knebworth · SG3 6PD ](/nursery/knebworth-pre-school-group-sg3-6pd-146762) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Meadow View Childcare Welwyn · AL6 0PL 4.9(35 reviews) ](/nursery/meadow-view-childcare-al6-0pl-ey556731) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.3 mi ### Little Conkers Stevenage · SG2 8EY ](/nursery/little-conkers-limited-sg2-8ey-2753405) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Tewin Under Fives Pre-School Tewin · AL6 0LB 5.0(14 reviews) ](/nursery/tewin-under-fives-pre-school-al6-0lb-ey538653) [See all nurseries in Datchworth →](/search?q=Datchworth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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