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Drayton Daisychain Preschool # Drayton Daisychain Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2024) · Drayton United Church, 282 Havant Road, PORTSMOUTH, PO6 1PA · Portsmouth Number of places 24 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2024 Local authority Portsmouth About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Drayton Daisy Chain Pre-school provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children starting from 1 year old, aiming to foster a love for learning and endless possibilities. Located within the Drayton United Church, the pre-school benefits from extensive indoor and outdoor learning areas, including a dedicated playroom with carefully selected resources that change fortnightly to align with children's evolving interests. The outdoor space features a purpose-built playground with safety-conscious rubber surfacing, as well as a garden for planting and observing nature. This setup encourages free-flow play between indoors and outdoors, enabling physical development through activities like climbing and digging, even providing waterproof gear for all-weather exploration. The pre-school prides itself on its highly qualified and experienced team, including a Qualified Teacher, dedicated to delivering an excellent educational foundation. Strong ties with the local community, including schools and local businesses, enrich the children's experience with special events like Harvest Festival and Nativity performances in the church. What it's like Children joyfully greet their friends and are welcomed warmly by friendly staff. They are excited to talk about what they have been doing at pre-school and show close relationships with staff. Children feel safe and secure at this nurturing pre-school. Nurturing Environment Experienced Staff Strong Community Links Indoor and Outdoor Learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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://draytondaisychain.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Thursday 8am-3pm and Friday 8am-12pm term time only Age range 1 years old onwards Term time / All Year Term Time Session types flexible hours and sessions Established 1984 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Drayton Daisychain Preschool Last inspected 12 December 2024 · Nicola Houston 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 joyfully greet their friends and are welcomed warmly by friendly staff. They are excited to talk about what they have been doing at pre-school and show close relationships with staff. Children feel safe and secure at this nurturing pre-school. Inspector highlights - Children are supported to develop a love of reading and print through a wide range of books, including non-fiction texts. - Staff set up exciting obstacle courses and support children to learn about risk, promoting physical development. - Staff support children to develop a good understanding of self-care and independence skills. - Children have experiences that teach them about their local community and broader understanding of the world. - Leaders work closely with other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, to provide a shared approach to children - s education. Areas to develop - 1 To further improve the quality of the early years provision, the provider should support staff to further develop age-appropriate learning interactions with younger children. Inspection #10372503 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266875) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Drayton Daisychain Preschool Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10372503 Lead inspector Nicola Houston Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266875)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/143461) 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 [ Visit website ](https://draytondaisychain.co.uk) Drayton United Church, 282 Havant Road, PORTSMOUTH, PO6 1PA [© 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#/-1.04429/50.84622/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near PORTSMOUTH - [Day nurseries in PORTSMOUTH](/search?q=PORTSMOUTH) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=drayton-daisychain-preschool-po6-1pa-143461) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents explain that they feel well informed about their children's time at pre- school. > They discuss that staff know their children well and explain their progress in detail. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders work closely with other professionals involved in the children's care. For example, when children need support from a speech and language therapist, they collaborate closely. Staff and professionals prepare plans and implement appropriate joint strategies effectively. Through this, children benefit from a shared approach to their education. Outdoor space Children have ample support for the development of their physical skills. Staff set up exciting obstacle courses to encourage children to climb and jump. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: February 2009 - December 2024 Good - April 2019 Good - April 2016 Good - February 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Drayton Daisychain Preschool ### Is Drayton Daisychain Preschool a private nursery? ### What are the opening hours at Drayton Daisychain Preschool? ### How many places does Drayton Daisychain Preschool have? ### What is the staff team like at Drayton Daisychain Preschool? ### Which funded childcare hours does Drayton Daisychain Preschool accept? ### How does Drayton Daisychain Preschool support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in PORTSMOUTH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Drayton Daisychain Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Peoples Nursery Portsmouth · PO6 2EH ](/nursery/little-peoples-nursery-po6-2eh-ey410617) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Dysart Nursery Portsmouth · PO6 2LY 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/dysart-nursery-limited-po6-2ly-2805219) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Peacock Pre-School Portsmouth · PO6 1EY ](/nursery/peacock-pre-school-po6-1ey-143513) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Farlington Day Nursery Portsmouth · PO6 1NF 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/farlington-day-nursery-po6-1nf-ey263787) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Dream Catchers Play House Portsmouth · PO6 2LG ](/nursery/dream-catchers-play-house-po6-2lg-2717557) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Top Tots Day Nursery Fort Purbrook Portsmouth · PO6 1BJ ](/nursery/top-tots-day-nursery-fort-purbrook-limited-po6-1bj-2630791) [See all nurseries in PORTSMOUTH →](/search?q=PORTSMOUTH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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