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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland # Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2024) · Venterdon Chapel, Venterdon, CALLINGTON, PL17 8PD · Cornwall Number of places 34 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Cornwall About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland, re-registered in 2016, provides outstanding childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years. 45pm, the pre-school offers a highly ambitious and innovative curriculum. The dedicated staff, utilising their comprehensive knowledge of child development, create an environment that fosters independence and a love of learning. The pre-school excels in promoting children's development, well-being, and readiness for future education, as evidenced by its Outstanding Ofsted rating from the inspection on 3rd July 2024. Leaders work closely with the setting's special educational needs coordinator to deliver high-quality interventions for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring all children make significant progress. The setting also places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with children learning social skills like turn-taking in the outside play area. Parents consistently praise the quality of information shared by staff, highlighting the strong communication channels. Children are encouraged to be curious and involved, even participating in voting for activities, fostering an early understanding of democracy and different opinions. Mathematical awareness is woven into everyday conversations and activities, further enriching the learning experience for all. What it's like Staff use their comprehensive knowledge of child development to implement a highly ambitious and innovative curriculum and create an environment that empowers children to be independent. The pre-school excels in fostering children's development, promoting their well-being, and preparing them for future education. Children are exceptionally well behaved and relish experimenting in their play, demonstrating an early respectful understanding of different opinions. Outstanding Ofsted rating Ambitious curriculum Strong SEND support Excellent communication skills Promotes independence Inspiring outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.45am to 2.45pm each weekday during term time only Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10350995 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254621)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY536351) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ducklings-pre-school-stoke-climsland-pl17-8pd-ey536351) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland Last inspected 3 July 2024 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 Staff use their comprehensive knowledge of child development to implement a highly ambitious and innovative curriculum and create an environment that empowers children to be independent. The pre-school excels in fostering children's development, promoting their well-being, and preparing them for future education. Children are exceptionally well behaved and relish experimenting in their play, demonstrating an early respectful understanding of different opinions. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff expertly plan an educational programme that is highly ambitious for all children, focusing on what children already know, enjoy and need to learn next. - Children's communication and language are at the heart of this pre-school, with staff using various measures to support language development. - Staff skilfully involve children in preparations and decision-making, fostering high levels of involvement and curiosity. - Leaders work closely with the setting's special educational needs coordinator to deliver high-quality interventions for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Everyday activities are meticulously carried out to promote children's mathematical awareness, weaving mathematics into conversations at every opportunity. Inspection #10350995 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254621) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents express great appreciation for the quality of information from staff. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders work closely with the setting's special educational needs coordinator to deliver high-quality interventions for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, all children make significant progress in their learning, preparing them for the next stages. Outdoor space When playing with wheeled toys in the outside play area, children ask their friends if they can have a turn. Children understand that sometimes they must wait for a turn. The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: September 2018 - July 2024 Outstanding - September 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland ### What do parents value about Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland? ### What outdoor space does Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland use? ### How does Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland support children with SEND? ### Is Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland suitable for under-twos? ### Which funded hours does Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland accept? ### How many places does Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland have? ## Nearby day nurseries in CALLINGTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ducklings Pre School Stoke Climsland. - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.0 mi ### Kelliwik Childcare Callington · PL17 7SB ](/nursery/kelliwik-childcare-ltd-pl17-7sb-2857640) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Tiny Tots @ Trethorne Launceston · PL15 9NJ ](/nursery/tiny-tots-trethorne-ltd-pl15-9nj-ey549502) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.7 mi ### Delaware Pre School Gunnislake · PL18 9EZ ](/nursery/delaware-pre-school-pl18-9ez-ey383189) [See all nurseries in CALLINGTON →](/search?q=CALLINGTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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