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Dowry House Nursery School # Dowry House Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · St. Marys Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6TE · Lancashire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Lancashire 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 Dowry House Nursery School, established in 1990, operates from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm for 51 weeks of the year, providing all-year childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years old. Attending children arrive confident, happy, and eager to learn, quickly settling into the wide range of activities and learning experiences on offer thanks to the welcoming and inviting environment fostered by staff. What it's like Children arrive confident, happy and eager to learn because staff create a welcoming and inviting environment. Children settle quickly and take part in the wide range of activities and learning experiences on offer. Staff plan and deliver a curriculum that is ambitious for all children. Good Ofsted rating Ambitious curriculum Strong leadership Effective SEND support Good parent partnerships Outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 5.30pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 1990 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dowry House Nursery School Last inspected 12 December 2023 · Emma Barrow 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 confident, happy and eager to learn because staff create a welcoming and inviting environment. Children settle quickly and take part in the wide range of activities and learning experiences on offer. Staff plan and deliver a curriculum that is ambitious for all children. Inspector highlights - Children have good opportunities to role play and use their imagination well. - Older children look out for and look after younger ones, showing acts of kindness. - Staff help children to develop a good understanding of mathematical concepts. - The manager provides strong leadership and has incredible knowledge of every child. - Partnerships with parents are good, and staff have developed close relationships with families. Areas to develop - 1 develop the consistency of how staff enhance language opportunities when engaging and interacting with children, to fully support and extend each child's learning. Inspection #10305333 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50238014) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dowry House Nursery School Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10305333 Lead inspector Emma Barrow Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50238014)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/309291) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dowry-house-nursery-school-pr5-6te-309291) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "parents say that staff are very supportive and help them to understand how they can extend their children's learning at home." > "They are happy with the progress their children make at the nursery." > "Parents compliment staff on supporting their children to become more confident." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision In his role as the special educational needs coordinator, the manager is extremely proactive in seeking early help for children, when needed. The manager and staff have built highly effective partnerships with other professionals and external agencies. This ensures that all children receive the help they require to make the best possible progress. Outdoor space Staff encourage children to choose to play inside or outdoors. Children learn to put on their coats and hats before going out to play. Children play outside freely and enjoy the time to develop their large motor skills. For example, they run smiling in a large open space and play hopscotch with their friends. ## Parent Reviews of Dowry House Nursery School 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLjRAZJGvl2yQ2oVLKumnKgAei6SZIZh2be3vqyqxwMfLQj=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Leanne Richardson 2 years ago Absolutely fantastic nursery! The level of care and education they provide for the children there can not be competed with.. all staff are trained to an exceptionally high level. The atmosphere they create is nurturing and supportive to each individual child's needs. my child has blossomed at this nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqLWY2bmFnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b72e0b08f1fb5:0x2b0223a9cb0b8766) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK46fiRGwnuPa7mglHwIutlTox1gCHC8gxmB3PyIDtde6ZASA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kathryn Forbes a year ago Fantastic nursery, both my children have thrived from being there. Lovely staff, lovely setting. Wouldn't send my children anywhere else. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQOWR5SUJREAE!2m1!1s0x487b72e0b08f1fb5:0x2b0223a9cb0b8766) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWEeQPTNh4Mxrgvkknscewqu7Xz_LBfAT76LnuJc_ZeFbH7QTw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) danielle louise 2 years ago Old guy with glasses is aggressive and threatening, disgusting behaviour from a nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNEME1YQ0ZREAE!2m1!1s0x487b72e0b08f1fb5:0x2b0223a9cb0b8766) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKK3j_vHkQu9SZfOSETW38Da1bryuut43wuRQKlug6ugiB8_w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Rebecca Reeve 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoeGZqSF9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b72e0b08f1fb5:0x2b0223a9cb0b8766) Reviews from Google for Dowry House Nursery School. 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