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Down in The Woods Pre-School # Down in The Woods Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Dec 2024) · The Annexe, Chichester Walk, Wimborne, BH21 1ST · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2024 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd, located in Wimborne, offers an outstanding early years provision for children aged 2 to 4 years. 30pm during term time, the pre-school also provides an after-school club until 6pm and a holiday club during school breaks. Leaders at Down in The Woods have developed an ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum, primarily focusing on core learning areas to ensure children acquire essential skills for their future education. Staff deliver this curriculum effectively through both planned activities and spontaneous interactions, demonstrating an expert understanding of how different learning areas connect. For example, children develop both larger and smaller physical skills in preparation for early writing, such as building arm strength through climbing before engaging in intricate tasks like peeling stickers. The pre-school encourages problem-solving from an early age, allowing children to test their own ideas, like exploring concepts of size and weight with toy figures on a see-saw. The staff are highly skilled in early mathematical concepts, integrating them into daily routines such as snack time discussions about size, volume, and weight. What it's like Leaders at Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd provide an ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum focused on prime areas of learning, ensuring children develop essential skills for their future. Staff interactions, both planned and spontaneous, effectively deliver the curriculum, with an expert understanding of how learning areas connect. Children develop problem-solving skills from an early age by testing their own ideas. Outstanding Education Ambitious Curriculum Individualised Learning Strong Parent Partnerships Effective Communication Development Community Engagement ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare ## Key facts Opening hours 9am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. In addition, there is an after-school club from 3.15pm to 6pm during term time, and a holiday club that operates from 9am to 6pm during school holidays. Term time / All Year Mixed ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Down in The Woods Pre-School Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10367926 Lead inspector Chelsea Woollard Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266508)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY350656) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=down-in-the-woods-pre-school-ltd-bh21-1st-ey350656) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Down in The Woods Pre-School Last inspected 10 December 2024 · Chelsea Woollard Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Leaders at Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd provide an ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum focused on prime areas of learning, ensuring children develop essential skills for their future. Staff interactions, both planned and spontaneous, effectively deliver the curriculum, with an expert understanding of how learning areas connect. Children develop problem-solving skills from an early age by testing their own ideas. Inspector highlights - Children make excellent progress in their learning through activities based on individual interests and 'parent planning'. - Staff have a secure knowledge of children's development and work closely with parents to complete detailed assessments. - Staff use targeted intervention times to closely monitor children's communication and language skills, promptly identifying and implementing strategies to close learning gaps. - Staff thoughtfully support children's early literacy skills, igniting their imaginations and love of literature through storytelling. - Leaders' passion and commitment influence all aspects of the setting, with continuous improvements made to benefit children. Inspection #10367926 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266508) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report on the consistent information-sharing and know children's next steps in learning. > Parents comment on the 'remarkable' progress that children make, in particular their confidence and social interactions. > Parents value the staff's dedication to and passion for their children's learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use targeted intervention times to closely monitor children's communication and language skills. As a result, staff promptly identify and swiftly implement strategies to help close gaps in children's learning. Outdoor space The inspector observed children's activities and staff's teaching indoors and outdoors. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: October 2010 - December 2024 Outstanding - March 2019 Good - April 2016 Good - October 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Down in The Woods Pre-School ### How did Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Which funding entitlements does Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd accept? ### What do parents value about Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd? ### What does Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd do well? ### How is Down in The Woods Pre-School Ltd classified by Ofsted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Wimborne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Down in The Woods Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.0 mi ### Tops Day Nurseries - Wimborne Wimborne · BH21 2BX 4.3(16 reviews) ](/nursery/tops-day-nurseries-wimborne-bh21-2bx-156231) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### St John's Pre-School Wimborne · BH21 1LQ ](/nursery/st-john-s-pre-school-bh21-1lq-ey362707) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Judy's House Wimborne · BH21 1EE ](/nursery/judy-s-house-ltd-bh21-1ee-2693295) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.4 mi ### Happy Feet Nursery & Pre-School Wimborne · BH21 2DT ](/nursery/happy-feet-nursery-pre-school-bh21-2dt-2794925) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Chrysalis Montessori Nursery Wimborne · BH21 2HN ](/nursery/chrysalis-montessori-nursery-bh21-2hn-ey479461) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Wimborne Kindergarten Wimborne · BH21 1HQ ](/nursery/wimborne-kindergarten-bh21-1hq-ey540893) [See all nurseries in Wimborne →](/search?q=Wimborne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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