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Dragonflies Preschool # Dragonflies Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2023) · St. Marys Catholic Primary School, Lyme Road, AXMINSTER, EX13 5BE · Devon Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Dragonflies Preschool, an integral part of the vibrant community in Axminster, operates within a classroom at St Mary's Catholic Primary School. Catering to children from the age of two, the preschool offers a nurturing and engaging environment focused on early years education. While there is no on-site parking, convenient options are available nearby at the Flamingo Pool and surrounding streets, ensuring easy access for families. The preschool prides itself on its flexible session offerings, allowing parents to tailor their child's attendance to individual needs, with options for 3, 5, or 6-hour sessions. Dragonflies Preschool actively supports various government funding schemes, including both 15 and 30 hours of early years education funding, demonstrating its commitment to accessible childcare. The dedicated team is readily available to address queries regarding sessions and fees, providing comprehensive support to prospective and current families. The preschool's commitment to quality care and education is evident in its adherence to statutory guidelines and its emphasis on transparent communication with parents, ensuring a supportive and enriching experience for every child. What it's like Children benefit from a welcoming and nurturing environment, arriving happy and settling well. Staff provide comfort and help children develop positive attitudes and behaviour. The curriculum focuses on outdoor learning and children enjoy activities in the school grounds and local community, showing curiosity and motivation in their learning. Accepts 2-year-olds Flexible session lengths Partnership with St Mary's Catholic Primary School ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged hourly and vary by age, with separate rates for two-year-olds and children aged three to four. Flexible sessions can end at 11.45am, 1.45pm, or 2.45pm, with an optional late pickup. A termly consumable charge is applied. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - A termly charge is applied for consumables such as wipes, sun cream, and other resources. - Late pickup until 3.25pm is charged per session and cannot be claimed under childcare funding. ## Key facts Opening hours Each weekday, from 8.45am to 3.25pm Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dragonflies Preschool Last inspected 7 November 2023 · Bridget Copson 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 benefit from a welcoming and nurturing environment, arriving happy and settling well. Staff provide comfort and help children develop positive attitudes and behaviour. The curriculum focuses on outdoor learning and children enjoy activities in the school grounds and local community, showing curiosity and motivation in their learning. Inspector highlights - The quality of teaching is good, with staff monitoring progress closely and providing targeted next steps. - Children move freely between the playroom and outdoor area, leading their play and exploring the natural environment. - Children learn new words regularly and staff provide targeted activities for those needing additional support in language development. - Partnerships with parents and other professionals are excellent, with staff gaining a wealth of information and encouraging further learning at home. - The strong and efficient management team works closely with staff to evaluate and make ongoing improvements, valuing professional development. Areas to develop - 1 provide time and opportunity for children to think and respond to questions to strengthen their thinking and communication skills even further. Inspection #10304919 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234607) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dragonflies Preschool Inspection date Nov 2023 Inspection no. 10304919 Lead inspector Bridget Copson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234607)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY496057) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://preschoolaxminster.co.uk/) St. Marys Catholic Primary School, Lyme Road, AXMINSTER, EX13 5BE Opening hours Each weekday, from 8.45am to 3.25pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.99209/50.78062/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near AXMINSTER - [Day nurseries in AXMINSTER](/search?q=AXMINSTER) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dragonflies-preschool-ex13-5be-ey496057) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents express extremely positive views of the provision, in particular the excellent communication from staff in person and on-line. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide targeted activities to help those needing additional support in their development. For example, staff sign, use flashcards and provide one-to-one and small-group sessions to help children build their language skills. Outdoor space Children move freely between the playroom and outdoor area, leading their play. They enjoy planned and spontaneous walks in the school grounds to explore the natural environment and to collect resources for their imaginative play. Inspection history Date: February 2018 - November 2023 Good - February 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Dragonflies Preschool ### What is Dragonflies Preschool's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Dragonflies Preschool? ### Does Dragonflies Preschool accept funded hours? ### What age group does Dragonflies Preschool cater to? ### What are the operating hours for Dragonflies Preschool? ### Does Dragonflies Preschool provide outdoor learning opportunities? ### Where is Dragonflies Preschool located? ### How does Dragonflies Preschool support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ### How can I contact Dragonflies Preschool? ## About the setting Dragonflies Preschool registered in 2015 and operates from Axminster, Devon. It opens each weekday, from 8.45am to 3.25pm, during term time only. The group receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years and employs seven staff to work with children, six of whom hold appropriate qualifications at levels 3 to 6. 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