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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Dorchester on Thames Pre-School # Dorchester on Thames Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Horsa Hut, Dorchester St. Birinus School, WALLINGFORD, OX10 7HR · Oxfordshire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Oxfordshire 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 Dorchester-on-Thames Pre-School is a nurturing and engaging early learning environment situated in the attractive village of Dorchester-on-Thames. Catering to children aged 2 to 4 years old, the pre-school prides itself on fostering a secure and friendly atmosphere with a strong emphasis on personalised attention for each child. The facility features a dedicated building, a vibrant outdoor play area, and a garden, all conveniently located adjacent to St Birinus Primary School. The pre-school operates Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 3 pm during term time, which spans 38 weeks of the year. Parents are encouraged to visit the pre-school to experience its welcoming environment firsthand and meet the dedicated team. The pre-school is a registered charity and supports government funding schemes to help families with childcare costs. What it's like Children are happy and enjoy their time at the pre-school, showing confidence and feeling safe with the kind and dedicated staff. They are eager to learn and engage in activities like puppet play and outdoor physical activities. Staff effectively support children's independence, communication, and social skills through praise and consistent discussions. Small and welcoming setting Focus on individual attention Adjacent to Primary School Registered Charity ## Pricing & funding Fees are based on hourly rates that vary by age group, with separate structures for two-year-olds and three-to-four-year-olds. Parents can book morning, afternoon, or lunch club sessions individually, or combine them for a full day. An early morning drop-off is also available. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - Early morning drop off (8:45-9am) £2.50 / session - 3/4 year olds hourly rate £6.50 / hour - 3/4 year olds morning session (3 hours) £19.50 / session - 3/4 year olds lunch club (1 hour) £6.50 / session - 3/4 year olds afternoon session (2 hours) £13.00 / session See 7 more Good to know - A £25 deposit is required to reserve a child's space. - Invoices are sent out termly. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm for 38 weeks of the year Age range 2 – 4 year olds Term time / All Year Term Time Session types half day, full day, lunch club Established 1993 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dorchester on Thames Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10312164 Lead inspector Tracy Bartholomew Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240752)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/134311) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dorchester-on-thames-pre-school-ox10-7hr-134311) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dorchester on Thames Pre-School Last inspected 7 February 2024 · Tracy Bartholomew 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 are happy and enjoy their time at the pre-school, showing confidence and feeling safe with the kind and dedicated staff. They are eager to learn and engage in activities like puppet play and outdoor physical activities. Staff effectively support children's independence, communication, and social skills through praise and consistent discussions. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and confident, enjoying their time with kind and dedicated staff. - Staff effectively embed the curriculum, maximising learning opportunities through engaging activities. - The environment is rich in language, with staff communicating consistently and reading stories enthusiastically. - Children learn to follow a healthy lifestyle, with staff encouraging independence and good dental hygiene. - Strong partnerships with parents and other professionals ensure effective support for children's needs and transitions. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to understand the importance of giving children the time they need to think about, and answer, questions to enable them to speculate, test their ideas and challenge their thinking - 2 review the organisation of the snack time routine, to ensure that all children stay focused on purposeful learning. Inspection #10312164 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240752) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment positively about the pre-school, staff and how their children are progressing. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Partnerships with parents and other professionals involved with children are strong. Staff ensure they obtain a good amount of information from parents when children first start. This helps to promote continuity in meeting children's needs. Outdoor space Outside, children have many opportunities to build on their larger physical skills, as they climb on apparatus and use wheeled ride-on toys. ## Parent Reviews of Dorchester on Thames Pre-School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJPxPQPMsCLzPtRhUgpLedB4SqMT3zi5-ictxRuNqLx5SCp9w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Thomas Shotton a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMzc19hOVFBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876bfc889039903:0x6b1a8a275ff43a7d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjULs4ZSTog4YWcEgmeG7-YYacjy_5qfb1dZa1oiao-dBWOGuntFzA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Darren Hassall 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURna282Z25RRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876bfc889039903:0x6b1a8a275ff43a7d) Reviews from Google for Dorchester on Thames Pre-School. 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